Twin Lakes Recovery Center Blog

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...

When you first begin your recovery journey, it’s normal to feel a spark of hope and determination. You might feel excited about starting fresh and ready to rebuild your life. But as time goes on, that initial motivation can fade. Life gets...

The holidays are supposed to be a joyful time filled with warmth, connection, and celebration. But if you’re in recovery, this time of year can bring more pressure than peace. Between family expectations, social events, financial strain, and emotional triggers, it’s easy...