Tag Archives: holiday season

Family for the Holidays: Support or Trigger?

The holidays come with an unfortunate truth. Each year, 70% of Americans feel stress during the holidays. Of that group, 17% report family dynamics as a trigger, making it the third top stressor during the season. 

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Getting a Head Start On Preparing for a Sober Holiday Season

Struggling with an addiction is a hard thing to deal with. As the holidays approach, staying the course and avoiding falling into an addiction habit will be hard. If you are a person that is fighting to keep a sober … Continue reading

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Ways To Give Back This Holiday Season

The pressure of the holiday season can put a strain on your recovery. One way to remain on sober ground is to give back to your community with your resources and time. 

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Better to Give Than Receive

The holiday season is the time of year when it’s better to give than receive. Rather than thinking about the things that you want, it’s time to think about those you care about. That can make you feel better, too. But … Continue reading

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Holiday Shopping for the Recovery Life

The holidays are a time of joy and thanksgiving. For people in recovery, however, the holidays may bring back unpleasant memories of the past or pose a threat to their sobriety. By planning your holiday season in advance, you can … Continue reading

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Family Holidays 2020

Addiction recovery can be tricky during the holidays as traditional celebrations often involve alcoholic drinks. From spiked eggnog to holiday cocktails, you’re sure to be tempted to break your sobriety, especially when attending family gatherings. With Covid restrictions being different … Continue reading

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Non-Religious ways to Celebrate the “Happy Holidays”

During the holiday season, you may be looking for ways to celebrate. If you are non-religious, and also in recovery, you may be on the hunt for ways to celebrate the holidays that are safe, fun and not religious based. … Continue reading

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Tips to Avoid Holiday Seasonal Sadness and Depression

The holidays can be a difficult time for everyone, but especially those who are still in recovery. Don’t let seasonal sadness set you back. Here are some important tips to avoid holiday depression.

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Rest and Recovery Gifts for Christmas and the Holidays

Celebrate the sobriety of your friends and family members by giving them the gift of rest and recovery. There are several relaxing gifts that you can give them, so they can treat themselves or pamper themselves. We find the best … Continue reading

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Recovery, Family and the Holidays

Holidays are one of the most difficult times for many people, not just those in recovery. When you’re in recovery, there are a lot of things that can lead you to stress: meeting with the family, having to go shopping, … Continue reading

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