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Peer Pressure and Staying Sober While in College

College is a time of self-discovery. For many students, college can be a time to explore alcohol use. Up to 80% of college students report having one drink within two weeks, and of that 80%, half report binge-drinking on occasion. If you’re a … Continue reading

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High School Vape Scene

Decades ago, it was considered en vogue and attractive to smoke cigarettes. Movies, books, and magazines were littered with advertisements and promotional material lauding cigarettes and tobacco. Today, we understand just how deadly that message truly was, especially to the younger generations … Continue reading

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Vaccines and Recovery

Substance abuse and recovery are two of the hardest things to deal with, and for many, it can be a make-or-break issue. When it comes to dealing with a global pandemic on the scale that we are currently dealing with, … Continue reading

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Celebrate National Recovery Month This September

Now that September is upon us, it’s important to celebrate all that’s been accomplished this year in your recovery. The 2021 National Recovery Month theme, “Recovery is For Everyone: Every Person, Every Family, Every Community.” reminds people in recovery and those who support … Continue reading

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Living Life on Life’s Terms Are God’s Terms

NEW FRIENDSHIPS “I’m experiencing a lot of emotions that I suppressed for a long time. It comes in waves of joy and days of depression. I’m able to work through these emotions. I feel a lot more connected to my … Continue reading

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Let’s Talk About Sex

By: Jason C While researching other memoirs in the genre of drug addiction, I recently came across a compelling book called “Every Grain of Sand” by David P. Wichman. The book was a fascinating account of one’s childhood trauma and … Continue reading

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How To Celebrate Women’s Equality Day While in Recovery

Just like any other special occasion, you might be wondering how to celebrate Women’s Equality Day, which commemorates the passing of the 19th Amendment. Just because you are now sober, that doesn’t mean you cannot celebrate one of the most … Continue reading

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Things To Know if You’re Pregnant During Recovery

Pregnancy is a beautiful thing and it can be a completely transformative time for all involved. That being said, it can also be a turning point for those struggling with addiction and recovery. Though you might be dealing with addiction, … Continue reading

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The Devastating Addiction of Opioids

Opioids like Hydrocodone, Oxycodone, Codeine or Roxicodone to name few are some of the most addictive drugs in the world, and the trouble is that you can get them prescribed to you at the doctor’s office. Though these pills are … Continue reading

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Why Starting Your Day With Gratitude Is Worth It

Gratitude is something that we could all do with a bit more of. Starting each day by stating what we are grateful for can help change the entire mood of your day and can help you feel better and be … Continue reading

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