Navigating sober holidays can feel overwhelming, but it’s also an incredible opportunity to embrace new traditions and strengthen your recovery. The holiday season, while joyful for many, often presents unique challenges for those on the path to sobriety. For many, the holidays are tied to traditions that may involve alcohol or environments that trigger old habits. Navigating this season sober requires intention, preparation, and community — but it’s also an opportunity to create meaningful new traditions. Navigating the Holidays: A Guide to Your Sober Holidays Season 1. Plan Ahead for Triggers Holidays can be emotional, and emotions can be a … Read more

Do you self-sabotage your own recovery and not even know it? For many individuals in recovery, self-sabotage can be a significant obstacle on the path to healing. Self-sabotage manifests in various forms, from negative self-talk, lack of self-worth, destructive behaviors, and everything in between. But, fear not, there are strategies and techniques to overcome self-sabotage and pave a way for a fulfilling life in recovery. What is self-sabotage? According to the Oxford Dictionary, “the act of destroying or damaging something deliberately so that it does not work correctly.” Self-sabotage is a damaging form of behavior that holds an individual back … Read more

Addiction is a struggle that often tests the limits of one’s strength and resolve. It’s not uncommon for individuals to experience addiction relapses. These setbacks can be disheartening for the individual and family, but maintaining resilience can be a beacon of light in the darkest of times. Exploring how faith can help individuals not only cope with addiction relapses but also continue their path to recovery with unwavering determination is the focus.   UNDERSTANDING ADDICTION RELAPSES Addiction is a complex disease that affects both the body and the mind. It’s marked by a compulsive need for a substance or behavior, despite … Read more