Living a sober life can be one of the most challenging yet rewarding experiences a person can go through. It’s a process of rediscovering oneself and learning to cope with triggers and temptations while developing healthy coping mechanisms and support systems. Sober living is not just about abstaining from substance use, but it’s also about …
Sober living facilities are an important part of the addiction recovery process. These sober living facilities can provide a safe and supportive environment for individuals in the early stages of recovery from substance use disorders to learn how to live a life free of alcohol and drugs. A sober living facility offers residents a chance …
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The friendship we make in rehab centers is long-lasting. At the rehab, you’re all fighting the same monster (addition). The support system helps keep everyone inspired to achieve sobriety. However, completing the drug rehabilitation program does not guarantee that everyone will stick to sobriety goals. In the unfortunate event that your friend relapses, you may …
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A sober house provides a drug and alcohol free living environment that you can choose to go to after you’ve completed your initial addiction treatment. Some people stay in sober living for a short period of time while they adjust to live outside of rehab. Others choose to stay in the house for longer so …
The path to sobriety can be both long and challenging. This is why people are strongly encouraged to seek help all throughout the various stages of this journey. Recovering addicts with the highest rates of success tend to be individuals who are diligent in their efforts to choose healthy and supportive living environments. Whether you’re …
There are many reasons why you may be wondering whether or not you should go into a sober living home. Sober living homes can help you stay on the right path, and they are a great idea for those who have nowhere else to go right out of rehab. You may be wondering, when is …
As a recovering alcoholic, I am often asked a lot of different questions. The most popular question I receive is how I was able to get sober. When I tell them that AA had a large part in my journey, I get the next question- did AA work for you? Everyone wants to know how …
People going into recovery from drug and alcohol abuse often ask about the term “sober house” and how it relates to their journey to wellness. The sober house is where you can transition to recovery, after completing the previous steps in your treatment. The sober house, or sober living house is also called a halfway …
Many people may assume that addiction is a choice. If the addict or alcoholic could just stop using drugs or alcohol, they could be so much happier. The logic makes sense, but the disease doesn’t. There are plenty of reasons getting clean and sober is not as easy as just having the “willpower”. For most …
Alcoholism, alcohol abuse and alcohol use disorder (AUD) are three prevalent issues that can cause serious mental, emotional and financial damage. When someone suffers from alcohol addiction, or any addiction for that matter, they often feel a sense of helplessness and hopelessness. But this is not true as there are plenty of areas to go …