So many people put off seeking the help that they so desperately need due to a substance use disorder (SUD) because they fear judgment. It is likely one of...
Many people who struggle with substance use grow up in difficult situations and aren’t taught the basic life skills every adult needs. Other people may have these skills but...
When you first return to everyday life after seeking treatment for a substance use disorder (SUD), you may be feeling very hopeful, confident, and excited about things to come....
Many people who struggle with substance misuse carry a lot of shame. This shame can be associated not only with their substance use disorder (SUD) but the mistakes they...
We often get stuck in our heads and are so focused on day-to-day responsibilities that we don’t take the time to take a step back and reflect on our...
This is around the time of year when many people like to reflect upon their lives and consider what’s going well and what’s not. They may come up with...
When people who don’t understand much about recovery think about getting sober, they think of it as a one-time thing. They may consider it something that you choose to...
As is discussed often at treatment centers and in support group meetings, giving back to others is an essential part of the recovery journey. It not only helps others...
Empathy is the ability to put yourself into someone else shoes, see things from their perspective, and feel compassion for them. Empathy is an emotion all should possess, whether...