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Jul 4, 2022 | By Tim Stoddart

Signs of Addiction: Who is an addict?

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Defining addiction and exactly when it is one crosses the line from heavy use of a substance to full on addiction can be perplexing at best. There are many factors that make up the criteria for determining the level of trouble an individual …

| By Tim Stoddart

Powerlessness: Taking the First Step into Sobriety

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There are few things as baffling, irritating, and ultimately frightening as the moment we realize that a substance or a behavior has control over us. The fear that comes with powerlessness is something that unless one has experienced it fir …

| By Tim Stoddart

Do I need rehab? Can I stay sober on my own?

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In the recovery community we often tell newcomers who are on the fence about whether they need intense and focused help to achieve sobriety, “Only when the pain of staying the same is greater than the fear of change, do we make a change.� …

| By Tim Stoddart

Is my dad an alcoholic or hard drinker?

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For many families, this question has had to be addressed regarding one family member or another. Trying to determine the condition of someone else’s relationship to alcohol is a tricky prospect. The line between heavy drinking and alcohol …

| By Tim Stoddart

Can I get sober? Is long term sobriety possible?

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For many people embarking on a recovery plan, the conversation regarding statistics of long-term sobriety can be very discouraging. While we often tell those who are early in their sobriety journey that relapses and “slips” are all part …

Articles Archive

Signs of Addiction: Who is an addict?

Powerlessness: Taking the First Step into Sobriety

Do I need rehab? Can I stay sober on my own?

Is my dad an alcoholic or hard drinker?

Can I get sober? Is long term sobriety possible?

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Signs of Addiction: Who is an addict?

Powerlessness: Taking the First Step into Sobriety

Do I need rehab? Can I stay sober on my own?

Is my dad an alcoholic or hard drinker?

Can I get sober? Is long term sobriety possible?

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