What is an Addiction Aftercare/Alumni Program? Addiction aftercare is crucial for long-term recovery from drug and/or alcohol addiction recovery. If you’re new to recovery, the idea of one, five or 10 years sober can seem like a daunting task. First, you’ll create a firm foundation, root yourself into your new sober life and begin to […]
Amends in the 12-Step Addiction Recovery Process When you’re active in addiction to drugs or alcohol you’ve probably found yourself acting and behaving in ways that go against your personal values and standards. The Twelve Step recovery process involves recognizing how this behavior has harmed others and seeking to repair the mistakes and damages you’ve […]
Tips to Help you Navigate Early Drug & Alcohol Addiction Recovery You’ve taken the first steps in your life to overcome substance use disorder and live a life free of the dependency of drugs and alcohol. Successfully completing an addiction treatment program is a huge accomplishment, but that is only the first of many challenges […]
Guidelines to being an Ally to Loved Ones in Recovery Support and love in addiction recovery makes all the difference in the world for those fighting to stay sober. The chances for long term success are exponentially greater when someone in recovery is surrounded by kind, caring and supportive friends and family. But being a […]
Romantic Relationships in Addiction Recovery: Dangers, Tips & Timeframes for Success Addiction recovery, especially in the early stages, is a time to focus solely on yourself. This is a time of forgiveness, healing, learning how to establish boundaries, accept support, grow mentally & spiritually and assess your own well-being. Overall, addiction recovery is characterized as […]
Why Alumni Programs are Important in Addiction Recovery It is important to understand that recovery is an ongoing process; it does not end when you walk out the doors of your treatment facility or sober living home. Those who have graduated from rehabilitation are encouraged to join programs like a 12-Step, AA (Alcoholic Anonymous), NA […]
Importance of Forming Habits in Addiction Recovery & Sobriety For those in recovery from drug or alcohol addiction, the process to long-term sobriety is about much more than just losing the addiction. We want to find the root cause of the addictive behavior and help you learn how to love yourself and regain happiness in […]
Progressive Recovery Life Coaching to Treat Addiction Throughout your journey to recovery and sobriety you will have many people rooting you on and keeping you on the right path. Your sponsor, therapist and sober support group can provide advice and get you through the difficult times of sobriety. Adding an addiction recovery life coach to […]
Forgiveness is a Necessary Tool for Addiction Recovery Often, addiction to drugs and alcohol starts when a person uses substances to suppress trauma, abuse and neglect. When you start to uncover the reasons your addiction started, forgiveness is at the forefront of your journey. For some it comes easy, but for many who are just […]
Do you Have an Exit Plan for After Rehabilitation Treatment? An exit strategy, also known as discharge planning, is the steps you will take immediately after completing treatment at a rehabilitation center. Whether you chose an inpatient residential program, partial hospitalization or intensive outpatient, outlining an exit strategy after treatment is crucial. Having a plan […]
