Twin Lakes Recovery Center Blog

Early recovery brings many unexpected emotions—relief, hope, fear, and sometimes even excitement. But one feeling that often surprises people the most is boredom. When alcohol or drugs are removed from your daily life, the hours that were once filled with substance use,...

Dry January isn’t just a month without alcohol. It is a time to reset and reevaluate where you are in your journey. Whether you’re in recovery for alcohol use disorder or simply exploring a healthier lifestyle, choosing to step away from drinking...

Early recovery is one of the most challenging and often revealing times in your life. When you first decide to step away from drugs or alcohol and step into healing, you walk into unfamiliar territory. The routines you once relied on shift....

Recovery gives you a fresh start, but that doesn’t mean you have to reinvent your entire life overnight. When you’re healing from alcohol or drug addiction, setting goals can be empowering. It gives you direction, purpose, and something positive to work toward....

When you’re in recovery, your thoughts and emotions can feel like a lot to carry. Some days are calm and steady; other days feel overwhelming, confusing, or heavy. You might have moments when you’re not sure what you’re feeling or why certain...

Finishing treatment is no small victory. It takes effort, commitment, and strength. Once you step back into everyday life, you may notice that joy doesn’t always come immediately rushing back. This might surprise you, and while you might feel calmer, clearer, and...