Dating is a challenge for anybody with all the pressures involved, whether it be personal or outside influences such as the media, friends, and family. Finding a person with similar shared interests, figuring out where to spend time together and what to do can be challenging for anyone, but especially for those in recovery. Taking […]
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People new in recovery often struggle with relationships. It is a common challenge facing people in recovery but it is an obstacle easily overcome with some support. Common advice in recovery revolves around waiting to be involved in romantic relationships for at least one year, maybe longer, once sobriety begins after recovery. Relationships can succeed
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Adventure-based therapy programs are growing in numbers across the country because they incorporate recreation into treatment. People love to get outdoors and science shows nature has a positive impact on mental and physical health. Even if a program is not fully nature-based, there are positive benefits to finding a program that provides space to get
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Healthy eating in recovery is being discussed more and more lately, with science backing up the importance of diet for people struggling with addiction. Unfortunately, healthy eating can turn into an obsession and, before an individual realizes it, can become another addiction or, at minimum, a very challenging issue to deal with called orthorexia. Orthorexia
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Humor is one of the greatest ways to combat brokenness in people’s lives. The better a person is at laughing, the easier it is to bridge the gap of difficult circumstances and find the silver lining. Human beings have the power to heal from illness and pain by learning to laugh. Learn some tips for
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Developing strength and agility is critical for physical fitness but so the same is true for emotional wellness. Strength is part of a well developed psyche that has good coping skills and emotional resilience. The perks of having emotional agility is not as widely appreciated. Being flexible can really help a person thrive and be
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Healthy boundaries are something that has to happen to feel like a relationship stays away from being overly toxic. When a loved one struggles with addiction, boundaries are usually the first thing to go out the window. As an addiction grows worse, over time, healthy boundaries fall away. Learn how to set healthy boundaries and
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A codependent relationship can be difficult to extricate oneself from, with all the worrying, anxiety, and frustrations it can bring. Toxic relationships are one of the biggest challenges for a person to break free from but it helps to have a few tips to get started. The Power to Change Being in a relationship with
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Superfoods are those great grocery items that are must haves on any food list for overall health and wellness. No matter how far along in recovery a person is, it is worth checking out some of the most healthy foods on the market and learn how they can support sober living. Salmon Omega-3 essential fatty
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Sobriety is easier than people think but many fail at it. The majority of people will relapse within just a few weeks of recovery. Building a life away from addiction is a daily struggle. Embracing what is easy rather than what is hard about it can help build a mindset for success. Why it Seems
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