Have you ever considered what it would be like to leave treatment and go straight back into the life you were living? Would you be prepared? Would you know how to handle everything you encounter? Finding yourself back in the real world is scary. This feeling is multiplied even more if you are not prepared…
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Drug treatment and sober living facilities are definitely not a one-size-fits-all. Everyone chooses to use for various reasons. While the addiction and the outcome may be similar to the next person, their reasons for using are different – and their journey and choices are different. There are many recovery alternatives for all different types of…
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When it comes to choosing your sober living home, you have some decisions to make.You should look for a sober home that: Is found in a location that works best for you. Contains structure and rules to keep you focused and accountable. Houses a staff that will offer support and guidance. Feels comfortable to you…
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Imagine being left to care for yourself in the world as an infant. If you are all alone, lacking the skills and tools you need, then how do you survive? Your instincts would likely kick in, but that doesn’t necessarily mean you head down the right path or make the right choices. You need parents…
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Wouldn’t it be wonderful if you could snap your fingers, become sober, and then shout to the world that you are living a successful recovery? While this sounds wonderful, recovery, unfortunately, does not work that way. Think about it – if it were simple to be sober, addiction would never be an issue, would it?…
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Nearing the end of your rehab program may have you jittery with excitement – you are finally seeing the light at the end of the tunnel. You will soon be done with all the program activities and all that structured living. You can kiss group sessions goodbye and do what you want to do when…
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In everything you do in life, education is key. Just think about it: Children are sent to school at such young ages to begin their education. Then, after graduation, there is an emphasis on college or trade schools – again, to become educated in something. Then, when the money starts rolling in, investments are made…
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Sobriety is a long road – and it is far from straight. There are so many twists, turns, uphill climbs, downhills, and unexpected speedbumps. You never know what you will encounter on this road you are on. The only thing you can do is drive forward, keep your eyes on the road, and both hands…
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Although it is the same general process, the experience of addiction recovery is different for everyone. We are all unique in our makeup, with different strengths, weaknesses, pasts, futures, skills, and talents. What may work for one person, another may struggle with. And while we can learn from each other through the recovery process, it…
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Recovery and sober living can be extremely stressful. You are fresh in the recovery process and still have a lot of kinks to work out. Your outlook on life may be a positive one, but you are still not steady on your sober feet. That is why most people tend to first seek out shelter in a…
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