…people die in recovery again and again because the identity was more important to them than the act of recovery was. In our addiction we…
After watching Intervention, we want to consider what addiction looks like from the inside. Why can’t an addicted person just simply stop using? I am…
What Is the Difference Between Being Sober and Being in Recovery ? I work at an addiction treatment centre, often referred to as “rehab.” Every…
If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction or a mental health disorder, recovery is a really important concept. Simply put, “recovery” is…
One of the more challenging aspects of addiction is the addicted persons perceived understanding of how others perceive them. Shame often accompanies addiction…maybe more than…
No bars, no using friends, no passing the liquor store on the way to work and home, meals being cooked and served to you, cleaning…