Finding Joy in the Little Wins During Recovery
Why Celebrating Forward Strides is So Important September is National Recovery Month, a time to celebrate the strides made by those in recovery from addiction. For many people, the process is a journey that involves setbacks as well as progress. It can be easy to get discouraged when faced with challenges, but it’s important to […]
4 Ways to Find Gratitude During Your Recovery Journey
Finding Things to Keep You Thankful for the Good The recovery journey can be difficult. There are days when it feels like nothing is going right, and you might want to give up. But it is during these times that finding gratitude can be the most important thing you do. Gratitude can help keep you […]
6 Ways Exercise Can Help With Addiction Recovery
It’s no secret drug and alcohol addictions are a serious problem in America. Fortunately, many addicts want to beat their addiction. Unfortunately, between 40% and 60% of those suffering from substance abuse disorders relapse. Various treatment methods are available to help patients recover and avoid relapsing. One of the most effective and natural ways to help patients […]
8 Tips for Preventing Relapse After Drug Rehab
Finishing a rehab program in New Jersey is the first big step on a lifelong journey of healing and health. Take a moment to be proud of what you have accomplished. If you or a loved one has recently completed a drug rehab program you may be concerned about relapse. Preventing relapse requires careful planning, dedication, and commitment to […]
What Are the Warning Signs of Relapse?
Do you want to know what are the signs of relapse? Every year, we have many deaths due to drug overdose. It’s why we have rehab centers to help people recover from addiction and keep people sober. If you know someone, sending them to rehab is a good step to their recovery. However, while you’re in rehab, experiencing […]
7 Effective Things To Do Instead Of Smoking
The life of a smoker very often revolves around the activity of smoking. As such, it can be exceedingly difficult for a smoker to give up his or her habit. In many cases, the key to quitting smoking is to find an activity or habit that replaces it. Looking for things to do instead of smoking? Then read […]
The Power of Positivity During Recovery
Most people are aware of the benefits of thinking positively, whether you have a physical illness, a mental problem or a substance abuse disorder. However, those who are struggling with addiction often find that taking a positive attitude is incredibly difficult and they need some help and guidance to find that path. Changing Your Attitude […]
10 Famous Celebrities In Recovery Who've Battled Addiction
Celebrities aren’t immune to addiction, in fact, there have been multiple celebrities that have succumbed to their addiction or overdosed. We often hear about celebrities who have spent a life addicted to drugs or alcohol and died from their addiction affecting their body or overdosing. We think of Kurt Cobain, Amy Whinehouse, Whitney Houston, Jimi […]
A Guide for the Families of Addicts and Alcoholics
Note: I am active in recovery and have also lost a family member from this disease. I wrote this as a basic guide to help other people who have loved ones who are addicts and alcoholics. This guide is based on research I conducted to try to understand how to help my brother and from […]
Surrender and Acceptance: First Steps to Recovery
Surrender and Acceptance is the First Step Towards Attending an Addiction Treatment Center There are numerous reasons and causes for people to decide to stop using drugs and alcohol. People often imagine there must be a brutal and harsh rock bottom. That there must be a point where everything in an addict/alcoholic, realized that their […]