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No Dating in Early Recovery
We invited one of our readers to share his personal experience on dating in early recovery, and here’s what he has to say.
Tips for Dating in Recovery
Dating, in general, can be challenging. But if you are in recovery, it adds a new twist to things. The relationships you maintain with others need to be healthy to help you on your path of sober living. Before you … Continue reading
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What Every Mom of an Addicted Child Needs to Know
Loving an addict is hard. But it can be even more difficult when the addict is your child. Many mothers are torn between helping and loving their child without enabling them. They also feel like they have failed as a … Continue reading
Is it Love or Lust?
If you are in recovery, it is important to surround yourself with healthy people and have healthy relationships. This makes it easier to remain sober and free from addiction to continue your path to recovery. When you are ready to … Continue reading
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Fun (and Sober!) Valentine’s Day Date Ideas
Ahh . . . love is in the air! Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, but you don’t want to do the same old-same old thing you do every year with your special someone, do you?!? Instead, here’s some … Continue reading
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Tips for Sharing the Holidays with Family When You Are in Recovery
Fall is here and before you know it, the holidays will be too. The holidays are an exciting time of joyful celebrations with family and friends. In today’s busy world balancing time for holiday celebrations can often bring along a … Continue reading
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You are Not Alone- 3 Reasons Why Al Anon May be Good for You
Addiction can be devastating, not only for the addict but also for those who care for someone who is struggling. In fact, there are many situations where the caregivers or loved ones suffer as much or more than the person … Continue reading
Learning How to Forgive Yourself and Others
Forgiveness plays a significant role in conquering addiction, whether it is forgiveness of yourself or forgiving others. These can be difficult hurdles to clear, especially when addiction has played a significant role in your life for a long period of … Continue reading
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The 3 Types of People to Avoid While in Recovery
If you have successfully completed a rehab program, congratulations! You are well on your way to living a fulfilling, sober life. However, the journey away from addiction and into recovery still isn’t over. To give yourself the best possible chance … Continue reading
Friends and Fellowship Can Strengthen Your Recovery
If there are two things that don’t belong together, it’s loneliness and recovery. For many of us, a profound sense of being alone drove us to the depths of addiction, which is where we eventually found recovery and a new … Continue reading