Monthly Archives: July 2019

Am I Really a Victim or Am I Just Acting Like One?

Someone who has been through any trauma, abuse, illness, or crisis can be considered a victim. Having to deal with the aftermath of the circumstances that are hurtful physically, mentally, and emotionally can be difficult to manage. Without any support, these situations can come out in other negative ways because victimhood is no joke. Victimhood […]

How to Resolve Your Fears in Sobriety

Everyone gets afraid at some point in their lives. For some people, their fears push them to be better, and for others, their fears push them back altogether. In order to compensate for the fear that paralyzes them, they will often turn to drugs and alcohol to numb out being afraid.  Your fears are mostly […]

Should I Be in a Relationship with Someone in Rehab?

Should I Be in a Relationship with Someone in Rehab?

Now that you are receiving treatment for your alcohol and drug substance abuse, you are probably feeling better physically and starting to see past your foggy brain. Seeing others around you with new, sober eyes could lead you to have romantic feelings for someone that you are coexisting with at your rehabilitation facility. You are […]

Can you Overdose on Weed?

People have different views regarding the drug, marijuana. Some people do not see it as a drug at all because they see cannabis as medicine and as the only alternative, they have to feel better. Others do view marijuana as a drug because of the mind-altering ingredient of tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) that will get them high.  […]

Why Should I Be a Sponsor?

Why Should I Be a Sponsor?

The rule of thumb in a recovery program is to give back what was so freely given to you. Being of service is a crucial part of staying sober. Instead of thinking about yourself all the time like you did when you were active in your addiction, you can be proactive and start thinking about […]

How Can I Stay Sober on the 4th of July?

How Can I Stay Sober on the 4th of July?

July Fourth is one of those holidays which has a dual meaning. Obviously, this day symbolizes the United States independence from Great Britain in 1776. The fourth of July also signifies a long weekend of patriotic fun with friends and family which often includes drinks and drugs. With a few days off, this makes it […]

Is July 4th Really Meant to be Celebrated Sober?

Every day and every holiday were meant to be celebrated sober including July 4th. Independence Day is usually filled with BBQ’s, beach time, family and friends, fireworks, and lots of alcoholic beverages. For many who are able to be frivolous drinkers and unwind for the day, they can drink on July 4th. For you who […]

Signs of Gaming Addiction

Signs of Gaming Addiction

Digital technology over the years has continued to become a huge asset to users. With social media, emails, text messages, the internet, apps, and online gaming at your fingertips, anyone with access can pretty much solve any problem or entertain themselves at any given time. In fact, someone can easily play a video game anytime […]

How to Make Patience a True Virtue in Recovery

Ever feel like you cannot get somewhere fast enough? That the person you are talking to is not giving you time to talk? Is it possible that your kid will ever get their shoes on so you can get out the door? Do you think that you will ever hit your 30-day, 60-day, 90-day, or […]

The Challenges Vaping Poses

The Challenges Vaping Poses

E-cigarettes came onto the market in the United States right around 2006-2007. If you were to go back through an e-cigarette timeline, you can see where different government agencies, health organizations, and consumer groups were against the product from the get-go and that it was actually patented back in 1930. Throughout the years, there has […]