For anyone wanting to live their best life without alcohol, blogger Alex Perry has just written a fantastic article about how sobriety aids in the creative process, and it has tons of insights on why living a sober life is…
Self-care is a tremendous gift and it’s value increases exponentially when navigating the waters of recovery. As you embark on your recovery journey, it’s more important than ever to safeguard the gains you’ve made and the strides you’ve completed. Practicing…
When the time comes to consider seeking professional help for yourself or a loved one, the options can be bewildering. You may have heard the words residential treatment facility and sober living residence but chances are you’re not aware of…
According to a new study, alcohol use worldwide continues to increase with no indication that the concerning trend will reverse. In the U.S., excess alcohol consumption is the fourth leading preventable cause of death. Study author Jakob Manthey from the…
You’ve done the work. You’re in a better place than before. Now it’s time to move forward. And part of moving forward in recovery means talking to your friends, family, maybe even co-workers, neighbors or acquaintances, about where you’ve been…
There’s a positive trend on the horizon and it’s a direct reaction to America’s omnipresent alcohol culture. Boozeless bars are officially a thing, and for people in recovery, it’s a healthy alternative that’s been a long time in coming. Nationwide,…
Do you find it hard to say no? Especially when it’s a loved one, co-worker, or school mate who’s asking, but you really don't have the time to help out in that moment? We’ve all been between a rock and…
If starting over is not what you had planned for this moment in your life, it may help to know that you’re not alone.Carrie Underwood sums up best what so many of us feel when one door closes and we…
There’s no doubt about it, living sober can sometimes feel awkward and new. But the flip side to that is the incredible feeling that comes with knowing you’re not making choices today that you’ll regret tomorrow. If you need a…