The holiday season can be a joyful time, but for individuals in recovery, it often comes with challenges. Emotional stress, social pressures, and temptations can increase the risk of relapse. That’s why having a strong relapse prevention plan and incorporating strategies to maintain emotional well-being...
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October is a time when ghosts, masks, and haunted houses take center stage, but for many people navigating addiction recovery, the real fears lie beneath the surface. The fear of change. The fear of relapse. The fear of facing life without the substances that once...
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Embarking on the journey of recovery can feel overwhelming, especially when navigating the myriad of treatment options available. One approach that has stood the test of time is the 12 Step Program. Whether you're considering recovery, newly sober, or supporting a loved one, understanding the...
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The first 30 days of recovery set the foundation for long-term sobriety. During this critical period, individuals learn new habits, develop coping strategies, and adjust to supportive environments that make sustainable recovery possible. Understanding what this initial month looks like can help reduce anxiety and...
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By RACHEL HUGHES-HUDGEL, MBA The one thing I hated more than anything in the world was dating. Dating was hard enough. When you threw in the fact that I was in my 20’s and sober, it somehow managed to get that much harder. “Would you...
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By RACHEL HUGHES-HUDGEL, MBA It’s the most wonderful time of the year. The snow is falling, children are on break from school, and everyone is excited to be home with their families and friends. Except sometimes when you’re sober, family & friends can become overwhelming....
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By Carlee Perdue, LCDC-II On June 5, 2013, I got dropped off after dark on the stoop of a sober house in Reynoldsburg, Ohio with nothing but a trash bag full of belongings. At that time, anyone who cared about me wasn’t really talking to...
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By Rachel Hughes, MBA If you needed another reason to celebrate your cat or adopt your first one, then you’ve come to the right place. Cats are good for the soul. They make us feel good and give us a reason to get up every...
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By Tim schilling, Msw, LICDC, LISW-S (Executive Director, Lighthouse Behavioral health solutions) These are extraordinary times! We have lived with the reality of COVID-19 for more than a year. As the month of May is Mental Health Awareness Month, it seems a good time to...
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By Rachel Hughes, MBA It’s harrowing to think that a little over a year ago our entire world was shut down. We didn’t know that most of us would be working from home, that we wouldn’t be allowed the simple luxury of going out to...
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