Why You May Want to Try Dry January
Are you tired of feeling sluggish and unmotivated after a night out? Do you want to improve your health and reduce your alcohol consumption? If so, dry January might be the perfect challenge for you. Dry January can give you a whole bunch of benefits that go beyond just avoiding hangovers. Right away you […]
A Valentine’s Day Message
A Valentine’s Day Message In a few days from today, the annual barrage of hearts and flowers, candy, and cards will make a bevy of florists, card sellers, and restaurateurs just a tad richer. We might associate this day with all things squishy and lovely but the roots of this day are actually pretty gory. […]
Body Image and Addiction
Body Image and Addiction What does your dream body look like? Does it match up with what your body looks like right now? If you answered no, you’re not alone. Most people have an idealized version of their body, and this is not problematic itself. However, having unrealistic expectations of your body and what […]
Sustaining Sobriety:
Sustaining Sobriety: Imagine yourself one year sober. What would that look like? How about five years? 20? What comes to mind? Your sober lifestyle might be less difficult to maintain. Especially if you are currently in the early stages of recovery, healing from substance dependency is a hard process. But we all know that […]
Addiction, Recovery, Pregnancy & You
Addiction, Recovery, Pregnancy & You Recovering as a Pregnant Mother: What Might Recovery Look Like for a Pregnant Woman? The number of women who use substances during pregnancy is on the rise. Research has shown a direct link between substance use and health problems for unborn children; we know it’s better to avoid substances if […]
What About Women?
What About Women? Addiction and recovery can look a lot different in women compared to men. Women face different obstacles in both stages, and the reasons they start using drugs in the first place can be different too. For example, more women than men report that they started using cocaine to lose weight. Of course, […]
The shame of addiction
The shame of addiction There are a few different factors that can prevent people from seeking treatment. You may be in denial that there is a problem, to begin with, or you may not know about the treatment options you have available to you. One barrier that is especially impactful in treating alcoholism is stigma. […]
Getting back in the dating game?
Getting back in the dating game? Many of us desire and seek out romantic relationships. When you decide to start your recovery journey, this desire probably won’t just disappear; after all, humans have a need for affection and a desire to be loved. However, recovery can be extremely difficult. You may deal with triggers, drug […]
Nutrition and recovery from addiction
Nutrition and recovery from addiction Nutrition in recovery is a personal thing. The age-old saying is true: we are what we eat. However, what we eat affects us in different ways. Our bodies produce varied responses to the food we eat, both on an individual level and between people. If you are lactose intolerant, for […]
Is there a Virtual Cure?
Is there a Virtual Cure? Many people who are dependent on drugs often dream about what their lives might look like once they heal from addiction. You might be looking forward to the day you can say no to things that triggered your drug use in the past, or hoping for a time when you […]