Category Archives: Recovery

Let’s face it, dating is a mess. From creating attractive online dating profiles to attempting to decipher all the different … Continue reading How to Date a Recovering Heroin Addict →

Valentine’s Day is the one day of the year dedicated to celebrating romance and love. Think captivating, long-stemmed red roses, … Continue reading How to Support and Love a Recovering Addict on Valentine’s Day →

No one understands your substance abuse. Your family doesn’t get the stress you’re under or the crushing depression you experience … Continue reading The Benefits of Peer Support in Addiction Recovery →

  “Illusions commend themselves to us because they save us pain and allow us to enjoy pleasure instead. We must … Continue reading My Addiction and How I Rewrote My Story →

As Kylee came to, she realized she was on the floor. She had suffered a seizure, and no one had … Continue reading Getting Your Life Back After Alcoholism: Kylee’s Recovery Story →

Alcohol and drug use have an insidious way of sucking all the joy out of life. And when addiction is … Continue reading Life Before and After Addiction: Chris’ Recovery Story →

The pro-recovery diet at The Raleigh House emphasizes lean proteins and includes healthy fats, complex carbohydrates, vegetables, and fruits. With … Continue reading The Pro-Recovery Diet: Q&A With Our Nutritionist →

    The New Year is a great time for anyone in recovery to recommit themselves to the things that … Continue reading How to Stick to Your New Year’s Resolutions in Recovery →

Did you know that avoidance relates to addiction on several levels? In fact, avoidant behavior can lead to addiction, perpetuate … Continue reading The Tie Between Addiction and Avoidance →

When you first start in recovery, you have a lot of things to keep in mind. Success in recovery depends … Continue reading An Addiction Recovery Checklist →

Terminal uniqueness, or personal exceptionalism, is the belief that you are special and not subject to the laws and rules … Continue reading How to Overcome Terminal Uniqueness →

One thing you don’t want during recovery is to feel bored too much. Many people find they suddenly have a … Continue reading 5 Ways to Manage Boredom in Recovery →