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Addiction & Mental Health
Mental health and substance use disorder (SUD) are deeply interrelated. Many people struggling with mental health issues, such as depression, anxiety, and trauma, turn to substances like alcohol and drugs to cope with their symptoms. Unfortunately, substance use often exacerbates these mental health conditions, creating a vicious cycle that can be difficult to break. In this blog post, we…
Learn More7 Effective Ways to Stay Sober
For those struggling with addiction, staying sober can be a challenging and daunting task. But with the right mindset and resources, it is possible to live a healthy, happy life free from the clutches of alcohol and drugs. Here are seven effective ways to stay sober:
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Learn MoreNavigating the First Year of Sobriety
Addiction is a chronic disease that affects millions of people worldwide, and the road to recovery can be long and difficult. However, the first year of sobriety is a critical time, as it sets the foundation for a successful and lasting recovery. In this blog, we will explore the challenges and benefits of the first year of sobriety and provide tips for those who are in the early stages…
Learn MoreWhat can I do when I feel triggered?
Addiction can be a difficult and overwhelming condition, but with the right support and strategies, it is possible to overcome triggers and maintain recovery. Triggers can be anything that causes a craving for drugs or alcohol, or leads to a relapse. Understanding your triggers and learning how to manage them is a key part of the recovery process.
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Learn MoreParadigm Shift
Addiction has a physical as well as a mental component. The physical part is resolved by detoxing to remove the chemicals from my body. The more daunting task is to change my thinking and how I respond to life. My healthy response to life is the key to overcoming the obsession to use alcohol or drugs. Learning those responses has been and will continue to be something I work on and deal…
Learn More4 ways to protect myself from relapse?
Relapse prevention techniques are coping skills that help to fight cravings, combat euphoric recall, and curb the desire to drink or use drugs. Recovery is a process and, at times, a battle to find a new way to live. Many sober people have overcome slips or relapses on the road to recovery. The best thing to do is to pick yourself up and begin again. Healthy relapse prevention techniques are…
Learn MoreThe 5 Steps for a Healthy Sobriety Journey
Too often people struggling with addiction have no idea how to get started. The process is life long, and requires a constant state of vigilance. WIth a firm desire and a little bit of willingness, the addict can find a new life with boundless possibilities. Here are our suggestions on how to gain and maintain a “Design for Living” for the addict who still suffers.
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Learn MoreWhy is asking for help so hard?
My name is David M and I served this country in the Army from September 2002 – April 2013. I thought I had my life together until drugs and alcohol took everything from me. Luckily, this is not where my story ends. Once I got the courage to ask for help, I was able to get my life back. Here is how I did it!
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When I joined the Army back in 2002 I never thought I would be…
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