Celebrate Your Victories in 2020
2020 has been a heck of a year for everybody, but even more so for people in recovery. In recovery, people tend to struggle more with isolation and loneliness. Yet, people with substance use disorder are also resilient. Throughout the year, [...]
Practice Forgiveness With Yourself
Everyone makes mistakes. We’re all human. However, when you have struggled with an addiction, you may have trouble accepting your own mistakes. Practicing forgiveness is something you need to do with yourself, just like you do with others. Do You “Beat [...]
Burnout? How to Cope
Are you more tired than usual? Do you feel overwhelmed? So many people in mental health and addiction professions are suffering burnout. There are fewer resources and more needs than ever. Burnout is a real problem for people who work in [...]
The Importance of Structure
Do you have a specific time you wake up every day? Most people do. If you’re still new to recovery and are fortunate enough to be able to sleep in, you may want to change your habits. After all, structure is [...]
Fighting Boredom in Recovery During COVID-19
The COVID-19 pandemic seems to be with us all for a while, and we're altering our habits. For people in recovery, like everyone else, this means staying home as much as possible and small or no gatherings. It can be lonely [...]
Watching Out for Other Addictions
When people talk about addiction, they’re usually talking about drugs or substance abuse. Yet there are many ways people find themselves locked in the grip of different addictions. A big part of addiction is the compulsion or burning desire to use [...]