Dating and relating can be challenging, to say the least. When you add the fact that the person you are seeing is a recovering addict, it adds a completely new spin onto things. A Close Look While it doesn’t necessarily have to be a deal breaker in a relationship,...
Once you leave the structured environment of a drug and alcohol rehab, you’ll be tasked with managing your recovery independently. Keep in mind the following tips to help you stay on the right path. 1. Focus on the Present When you’re in recovery,...
This isn’t your typical book review: summary, analysis, critique. Instead, I’m summarizing a book I recently enjoyed, connecting its principles to a life in recovery, and recommending it to anyone interested in seeking a healthier, more authentic life. Don Miguel Ruiz...
Nutrition and addiction are linked. It is commonly known that good nutrition is part of an overall healthy life. The old adage “you are what you eat” does have some merit. The foods we eat affect even our mood and emotional well-being. Other than the effects poor...
When you hear the term “alumni,” you probably think of people who have graduated from colleges or universities. An alumnus is a graduate or former student of a particular school, college, or university; or a former associate, employee, member of a certain association...
Pet therapy can play an important role in addiction recovery. For a number of people with substance abuse issues, developing a loving relationship with a domestic animal offers a number of benefits. As more time and energy is expended to support an addiction, managing...
