by Cheryl Cirelli | Nov 7, 2021 | Addiction, Recovery
Thanksgiving & Recovery The Thanksgiving holiday can be a tough time if you are newly sober or in recovery. In addition to turkey, stuffing, and mashed potatoes, you may find yourself surrounded by friends and family who are drinking as part of the day’s...
by Cheryl Cirelli | Oct 20, 2021 | Addiction, Recovery
Drinking large amounts of alcohol one night a week is worse than consuming a single serving of alcohol daily. According to the CDC, binge drinking is a big problem that affects more than 38 million Americans. Binge drinking is common among college students but can...
by Cheryl Cirelli | Oct 9, 2021 | Mental Health, Recovery
If you are feeling overwhelmed, tired, or frustrated while in your recovery program, you may be experiencing burnout. This can cause you to lose motivation and often leads to relapse. By recognizing the signs and finding ways to avoid this while in recovery, you can...
by Cheryl Cirelli | Oct 7, 2021 | Mental Health
Recovery can be a time of intense emotions. Anger, particularly, can run high during recovery and can stem from a variety of factors, such as pain, fear, or vulnerability. Learning how to effectively manage anger can help ensure that it does not trigger a relapse or...
