Posts In 2017

12 Days of Christmas: A Sobriety Checklist Dec 29

Completing treatment for a substance use disorder is a milestone to be proud of, but it isn’t a finish line. Recovery is a ...

Staying Sober Over the Holidays Part 5: Spirit of the Season Dec 28

Dwelling too heavily on yourself and your sobriety during the holidays can make it hard to relax and enjoy yourself. Putting more ...

Staying Sober Over the Holidays Part 4: Cope With Cravings Dec 26

The holidays can trigger powerful cravings, especially if you associate the season with using or you have high-risk obligations ...

Stress-Relieving Ways to Enjoy the Holidays in Recovery Dec 22

The holidays are a time of both reflection and celebration. Although therapy and recovery might be the main focus of life right ...

Staying Sober Over the Holidays Part 3: High-Risk Gatherings Dec 19

High-risk situations are those that can quickly lead to lapse. Gatherings during the holidays are potential high-risk situations, ...

4 Tips for Reconnecting With Family During the Holidays Dec 15

Recovering from a substance use disorder is a lifelong process. Part of the work of recovery is accounting for the actions and ...