Recovery is a tricky thing. There really isn’t any way to “complete” recovery. It’s a journey that never really ends. Unfortunately, relapses can happen. You might relapse but get back on track rather quickly. Other…
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Staying motivated to complete anything can be difficult once you get past the initial thrill of starting a new task. Once you’re in the thick of things, you may not feel like you’re moving very…
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Recovery can be a difficult time. You might find yourself going along smoothly, but then almost immediately, it feels like a wrench has been thrown into your life’s plans. You weren’t planning on these unexpected…
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Exercise is an essential aspect of recovery from substance use. You might scrunch your nose up at the thought of going for a run or playing a sport. That type of exercise might not be…
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Health coach Suzy Glaskie says, “Simple swaps and energy-sustaining snacks can help us sail through our working day.” We simply have to know what those swaps should be and what snacks can sustain our energy.…
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Getting a restful night’s sleep is just as important as anything else you do for your recovery. A restful night’s sleep on a regular basis is key in helping you function to the best of…
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There are going to be times in your recovery where your eyes open in the morning and you dread getting out of bed. Maybe the day before was taxing physically or emotionally or maybe you…
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Sian Lewis, in an article for Wellness Journal magazine, writes that the outdoors can be a healing place for one’s recovery. Getting out into the fresh air, doing some form of exercise, and sleeping in…
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Socializing and meeting up with friends at a bar is a familiar ritual for millions of Americans. Except that for anyone in recovery, such an atmosphere can be more stressful and pressure-filled than fun and…
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We can all agree that self-care is important for our well-being and recovery. Yet, like many things we know are good for us, it sometimes takes a little nudging to get us in gear! Although…
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