One feels very lonely and alone when on drug or alcohol abuse. Drug and Alcohol addiction can a very painful experience both emotionally and physically. If you are alone and have no family support of that of loved ones, it is very difficult to pull out of this addiction unless you are determined and have […]
Read moreIt can be a very painful experience if one is a drug addict or alcohol addict, One can be devastated both emotionally and physically. To pull out of this addiction can become very difficult unless one is determined and has the will power to do so. Family support and that of loved ones is equally […]
Read moreOne needs will power to overcome drug addiction. Illegal drugs create drugs can create cravings in the brain and stopping seems an impossible goal. However, recovery is possible with the right treatment and support. The most difficult step to recovery is the very first one: identifying that one has a problem and deciding to make […]
Read moreThe journey of recovery is not for the faint of heart. It requires you to recommit every day, every hour, sometimes every minute to staying sober. It can also be an isolating effort, even with the best support. Former party friends may not understand your journey while family and friends suddenly forget how to […]
Read moreCommitting to a recovery journey just got harder thanks to COVID-19. The forced isolation, disruption in necessary routine, and in many cases, the temporary halt to in-person therapy and meetings have conspired to make recovery even more difficult. Even those who may not have a diagnosed problem with alcohol addiction are turning to alcohol in […]
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Everyone’s recovery journey is as unique as their motivations for getting sober in the first place. Many people tell stories of an event, person, or moment that made them realize they wanted to leave drugs and alcohol behind. Others share that they were ready for a sober life, while some had reached their personal “bottom.” […]
Read moreDrug and alcohol usage can slip into abuse over time, often without the user being fully aware. Recreational use can turn into a problem that may become an addiction. If you suspect that you or a loved one has a problem with drugs or alcohol, you may need help from professionals who understand how to […]
Read moreElin Strong has shared her journey to sobriety publicly on social media, being incredibly transparent with her followers. We sat down with Elin to better understand her journey and how she uses social media to support her path to sobriety. Her followers had a few questions for her, so we connected with Elin to […]
Read moreAddiction is all-consuming, not just for the addicted person but also for family and friends. Josif Wright’s son fought addiction and his book, “The War Within: My Story,” is his perspective on the battle to save his son. Ultimately, Josif’s book is about faith, hope, and the love of a father who wouldn’t give […]
Read moreAddiction is a unique force, one not to be trifled. It comes in many forms, and it does not discriminate. Unfortunately, the only defense against the plague of addiction is education, understanding what makes you vulnerable, and practicing ways to stay away from negative influence. People who are affected by addiction did not ask for […]
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