CELEBRATING PRIDE SOBER

Posted on June 6, 2022 by MainAdmin

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Safe and Sober Ways to Honor Memorial Day

Posted on May 30, 2022 by MainAdmin

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To many people, Memorial Day is the official kickoff to summer. A weekend filled with BBQs, beach excursions, camping, graduations, and even 12-step conventions. It’s easy to get caught up in a three-day weekend and lose sight of the true meaning of this day. Continue reading →

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Acts of Service and the Benefits

Posted on May 23, 2022 by MainAdmin

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When you’re at one of your lowest points, either emotionally, spiritually, physically, or all three, it can be hard to imagine helping anyone other than yourself. In a lot of ways, this makes sense; when we’re hurt, we tend to think only about how we can stop ourselves from hurting. Thinking about helping others can get dropped to the bottom of a priority list.

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Good Times to Call Your Sponsor While in Recovery

Posted on May 16, 2022 by MainAdmin

As a person in recovery, you will learn about the importance of finding a sponsor that will guide you through the twelve steps. When you go to meetings in the community for peer support, you will meet others who are further along in their recovery. Many will volunteer to be a sponsor, and it’s important to find a sponsor that you want to work with.  Continue reading →

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Show Gratitude for Nurses During Nurses Week: May 6—12

Posted on May 9, 2022 by MainAdmin

National Nurses Week takes place annually from May 6–12 and is a time to recognize nurses’ achievements and their valuable service and show gratitude for all they do for patients. There are nearly 4 million registered nurses in the United States, and here are a few ways you can reach out to one that’s helped you, a loved one or even a nurse you’ve never encountered—but may one day need! Continue reading →

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Tips to Stay Sober

Posted on April 25, 2022 by MainAdmin

Whether you’re starting your journey in sobriety or you’re just going through a rough time, there are times when you can feel as if you just want to drink or use. While there are several techniques that you can use to help you get over the craving, sometimes it is just easier to do something to keep yourself distracted while you get through it. Try these suggestions to help you get through those periods when you just can’t think of anything else.  Continue reading →

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The Serenity Prayer and 12-Step Recovery Programs

Posted on April 11, 2022 by MainAdmin

Members of many 12-step programs have enthusiastically embraced the Serenity Prayer, almost from the moment they discovered it. In fact, these words are heard in most AA meetings and widely taken as a succinct statement of a path to sanity and sobriety. Continue reading →

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Tips for Hosting a Sober Guest

Posted on April 4, 2022 by MainAdmin

Being sober is not easy. For those that have become sober or that are working toward becoming sober, this is such a huge step and such a huge accomplishment, one that should be celebrated. When you are hosting a sober guest for a meal, holidays, or for any party for that matter, it is important that you take the time to take their sobriety seriously, and that you take the time to adjust your party so that they can attend and feel great.  Continue reading →

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Balancing Work, Recovery and Life

Posted on March 28, 2022 by MainAdmin

You might have high hopes for yourself when you first start recovery. There’s nothing wrong with that, no matter how little or how much sober time you have.  Continue reading →

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A Sober St. Patrick’s Day

Posted on March 14, 2022 by MainAdmin

St. Patrick’s Day is almost here. Many people equate this holiday with drinking, which may leave you wondering how to celebrate the day if you are focused on your sobriety. Fortunately, there are still plenty of ways to remain sober and celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. Continue reading →

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