Life after the last drink or drug: relationships, routines, setbacks, and how people stay connected once the early stretch is over.
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Understand sobriety
Explore what sobriety truly means in this enlightening article, delving into its journey beyond physical abstinence to emotional and psychological freedom. Discover how therapies like CBT, DBT, and MAT, along with a holistic approach, are key to overcoming addiction. Learn about sobriety's positive impacts on relationships, mental health, and overall well-being, highlighting the profound sense of freedom and fulfillment it brings.
Take the first step
If you want to get sober but do not know where to begin, start with the immediate questions: how to stop safely, who to ask for help, and what support you will need in the first few days.
Support your recovery
Once you stop drinking or using, there is still work, family, stress, and free time to figure out. Staying sober involves building routines and knowing who to call when you want to use again.
Explore warning signs
You may have noticed changes in your own drinking or drug use, or be worried about someone close to you. Start with the substance involved to read about warning signs and where to get help.
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In this series of articles regarding the 12 Steps of Alcoholics Anonymous, it has been stressed that each step has a central and powerful theme that needs to be addressed, worked through and...
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They tell you to "find a higher power." What does that even mean? You are starting on a new journey that promises serenity, health and sobriety but you don't have the faintest clue where to...
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If you have been working a 12-Step program and actively attending meetings for any considerable length of time, you understand that each step revolves around a powerful theme or concept. Whi...
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After some time passes, it is easy to go stuck on auto pilot. I do it all the time. I go about my business. I am focused on my daily tasks and not putting enough attention into my recovery....
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I felt like I got punched in the face. I was in rehab. I was arguing with one of the clients about religion. I was working this guy, pointing out all the hypocrisy and holes in his faith. I...
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