Now that you’ve successfully completed your inpatient drug and alcohol rehab, what’s next? Some people assume that returning home after rehab is the best choice. While it may be a great decision for some, others may have a less positive experience.
Austin Recovery Yoga: Mindful Communities in Recovery
Jacob Groomer’s yoga practice is a very personal one. Although he got sober nearly eight years ago, yoga still plays an important role in his ongoing sobriety. In addition to practicing on his own, Jacob is also a certified yoga instructor in Austin, teaches yoga at Nova Recovery Center every Sunday, and is passionate about […]
How to Stay Sober in College: A Detailed Guide for Students in 2021
Moving away to college is a time for celebration, a new stage of one’s life, a time for growth, discovery, and learning. Students travel from all around the world to attend the college of their choice, where over the next few years they will live, sleep, and make new friendships that last lifetimes.
Where to Meet Sober Friends in Houston, TX
Developing healthy relationships is an important part of living a sober life. In the past, you may have used to use drugs and alcohol as a crutch to boost your confidence in social situations. Now that you’re sober, it will take some time to let go of the old, harmful relationships in your life and […]
Everything You Need to Know About Halfway Houses in Austin
Once you complete a drug and alcohol rehab program, you’ll want to do everything you can to increase your opportunities for continued success in your sobriety. For some individuals, this may include seeking out a stable, sober place to live after rehab. A halfway house, ¾ home, or another type of recovery residence may provide […]
Where to Meet Sober Friends in Austin, TX
Finding sober friends doesn’t have to be difficult. In fact, in Austin, Texas, getting plugged into a sober social circle couldn’t be any easier. Maybe you’ve lived in Austin for years, but your past social activities always involved going to bars and drinking at friends’ houses. Or maybe you’ve recently relocated to Austin for a […]
Houston Musician Max Flinn: Stardom and Sobriety
A Houston native, a financial analyst, and a talented musician, Max Flinn has found success and happiness in many areas of life, even after a lengthy struggle with substance abuse. His personal experience with addiction and recovery was a defining crossroad in his life and continues to be a major influence in his songwriting. Today, […]
Food, Fun, and Friends: Rustic Creek 4th of July Celebration
The men of Eudaimonia’s Rustic Creek sober living apartment complex took on the 4th of July with a special celebration filled with food, fun, and a little friendly competition. More than 50 sober living residents showed up for the event to enjoy grilled hot dogs, hamburgers and other snacks in good company. Some event-goers also […]
9 Key Ways to Practice Self-Care While Enrolled in a Sober Living Program
Self-care should be a priority for anyone who values their health and wellness, but a lifestyle of drug and alcohol abuse leaves no room for such things. During active addiction, addicts forego even the most basic of needs like food and sleep in order to keep using. As a result, the physical, mental, and spiritual […]
Dealing with Loss in Addiction Recovery
Loss and grief are an inevitable part of life, but the stress of extreme loss during addiction recovery can be a very challenging obstacle to overcome. It may feel like second nature to fall back on drugs and alcohol to cope with feelings of grief and loss, but as a newly sober individual, you have […]
Staying Sober at Your Summer Cookout
Summertime is the perfect time for hosting or attending a summer cookout, but as a newly sober person, the idea of going to this type of event might be overwhelming or uncomfortable. It’s important to note that attending these types of social events will get easier as time goes on, but right now, you don’t […]
How to Plan a Sober Vacation
Updated on August 25th, 2020 It’s nearly summertime and vacation season is upon us! Just because you’re sober now, doesn’t mean you have to give up fun group vacations with your friends and family. There are plenty of ways to vacation sober without the stress. It just takes some planning.
Overcoming Shame in Addiction Recovery
Holding onto shame can sabotage your recovery. Maybe you felt overwhelming shame and guilt throughout your active addiction as you consistently hurt the people you loved the most. Now that you’re sober, you may feel another surge of guilt and shame as you reflect on the people you hurt, the bad decisions you made, and […]
Setting and Achieving Goals in Recovery
A life without goals is a life without purpose, especially if you’re recovering from drug and alcohol addiction. Living day to day without a set of goals or values is particularly harmful, sober or not, but if you’re transitioning out of a life of addiction, setting and achieving goals for yourself is even more important.
Staying Sober in a State Where Marijuana is Legal
Staying sober in any location has its challenges but some people in recovery may find themselves wondering whether it’s wise to relocate to a state where marijuana is legal. Does the presence of legal marijuana mean they will be more tempted to use it? Does it increase their overall risk of relapse? Should they consider […]