Category Archives: Recovery

Dealing with cravings is one of the biggest challenges you face when trying to stay sober. Even if you’re careful … Continue reading 5 Coping Skills to Deal With Urges and Cravings in Recovery →

When you’re recovering from addiction or mental illness, positive lifestyle changes are often a big part of the equation. Improvements … Continue reading What are Keystone Habits? →

No one likes to admit she’s made a mistake or that she doesn’t know what to do. Even when things … Continue reading Why Humility Matters in Recovery →

Whether you’re recovering from addiction or mental illness, empathy is a valuable skill to cultivate. It can improve the quality … Continue reading Why Empathy Matters in Recovery →

Codependency is a common problem when one or both people in a relationship struggle with addiction. A typical codependent relationship … Continue reading Are You in a Codependent Relationship? →

The pink cloud is the euphoric feeling some people experience early in recovery. If addiction has been making you miserable … Continue reading What is the Pink Cloud? →

Humans didn’t evolve to be inside all day. Most people recognize intuitively that they are happier in a green park … Continue reading Why Spending Time in Nature Makes You Feel Better →

The Fourth of July can be tough day to stay sober. There are parties, cookouts, and fireworks. It’s a day … Continue reading How to Have a Sober Independence Day →

It’s common for people who quit drinking to suddenly find themselves craving sweets. This is probably one reason there are … Continue reading Why You Might Crave Sweets After You Quit Drinking →

Starting recovery is difficult. You have to go through detox, which can be painful, then you have have to gradually … Continue reading Why Gratitude Matters in Addiction Recovery →

Negativity in recovery is often a sign someone is heading toward relapse. It’s normal to have a bad day now … Continue reading How Can You Overcome Negativity in Recovery? →

When you decide it’s time to get sober knowing what to expect can reduce your anxiety going forward. There are … Continue reading The 4 Phases of Addiction Recovery →