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Addiction Recovery is the Best New Year Resolution

Knowing that you have an addiction and getting help for it is the best New Year’s resolution you can give yourself. Becoming Clean and sober, obstinate or in recovery from any addiction gives you a chance to adopt a healthier … Continue reading

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Tips on Drinks, Food, Hanukkah & the Holiday’s

The holiday season can be enhanced when in recovery from addiction whether its drugs, alcohol, food or some other addiction. You can celebrate the holidays with your friends and family without being under the influence of anything that can alter … Continue reading

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Outpatient vs. Inpatient Addiction Recovery Care: What’s Best For You?

If you are beginning a recovery program, or are helping a friend find the right recovery program, one of the decisions you will have to make is whether to select an outpatient or an inpatient treatment center. Both treatment options … Continue reading

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Let’s be CRYSTAL CLEAR, meth takes you down fast, most don’t survive.

Crystal meth (meth) is the common name for crystal methamphetamine, a strong and highly addictive drug that affects the central nervous system. Has many street names, Tina, ice, glass… it’s a popular party drug. Usually, users smoke crystal meth with … Continue reading

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What If I Can’t Afford Rehab?

Many people in 12-step recovery do not go to rehab. You can go to 12-step meetings and start a recovery program that works for you with a support system. Rehab has become more common as addiction and the overdose rate … Continue reading

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Wonderful Things About Life in Recovery

When you are in recovery from an addiction, your life will change in remarkable ways. It is important to take the time to celebrate these victories that sober living has brought into your life. As you embark on this journey, … Continue reading

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Drinking Too Much…How Much Is Too Much?

There is a fine line between drinking while having a good time and drinking to the point of excess. When you reach the point of excess, you lose control over your drinking, allowing the alcohol to control you. So how … Continue reading

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Staying Sober Through Life Tragedies

When you are in recovery from addiction, even the best of intentions can be derailed in the aftermath of a tragedy. This can include things like the death of a loved one, losing your job or even large-scale tragedies like … Continue reading

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Principles Before Personalities in Recovery

Recovery and the road to sober living is fraught with distractions and obstacles, and sometimes it’s easy to use another person’s personality, living situation, or other concern for your own struggles with staying on track. However, working with a support … Continue reading

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How to Readjust to Life Without Drugs or Alcohol

When you’re working on addiction recovery, one of the biggest challenges is learning to live without drugs or alcohol. Making changes to your daily life and setting healthy goals for yourself can help you overcome this challenge. Keep the following … Continue reading

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