Updated on August 11th, 2020 Addiction is frequently referred to as a family disease because it affects the entire family unit, not just the person who is using drugs or alcohol. Relationships affected by addiction are inevitably damaged as a result, and most often, spouses, parents, children, and friends suffer the most. How Does Addiction […]
Coping with Depression Throughout Your Sober Living Program
Early sobriety is a time full of challenges, adjustments, milestones, and change, which can all be very exciting and advantageous, but also overwhelming. This time period often referred to as “early sobriety” includes your first 90 days of sobriety in rehab and may continue for weeks, months, or even a year after that. The sobriety […]
8 Myths About Sober Living Homes
If you have never experienced a sober living home for yourself, the opinions and unfounded statements of others may have clouded your view of what a high-quality sober living home really is. Although it is tempting to believe everything you hear, it’s important to have the facts straight before enrolling in a transitional living program.
5 Apps That Can Help You Stay Accountable to Your Sobriety
Whether you’ve been sober for years or days, everyone struggles sometimes. Recovery is an ongoing process and you may find yourself needing some additional support after completing rehab. Fortunately, there’s an app for just about everything—even sobriety maintenance. While Eudaimonia does not support the idea that an app can take the place of addiction treatment […]
5 Excellent Reasons to Consider Men’s Sober Living
Updated on August 10th, 2020If you are a man who has recently completed a residential drug and alcohol rehab program and you’re looking to continue on with the next phase of your recovery, enrolling in a men’s sober living program might be the next best step for you. A men’s transitional housing program can provide […]
Top 12 Women’s Issues in Addiction Recovery
Women and men use drugs for different reasons, in different ways, experience addiction differently, and even relapse for different reasons. So it’s no surprise that men and women also face different obstacles in early recovery as well.
Are You Substituting One Addiction for Another?
Updated on April 16th, 2021 Some activities such as excessive exercise, gambling, binge eating, and sex affect the brain’s pleasure center in the same way drugs and alcohol do, making it easy for some individuals in recovery to replace a substance abuse problem with another addiction. If you’re a Eudaimonia sober living resident or you’re […]
Life After Rehab: Benefits of Sober Living Facilities in Texas
Your inpatient addiction treatment is ending and it’s time to decide on your next step. Whether you’re already located in the state or looking for a fresh start, consider sober living facilities in Texas. Your inpatient addiction treatment is ending and it’s time to decide on your next step. Whether you’re already located in the […]
Dating in Early Sobriety
It’s no secret that the first several months of sober living after rehab are challenging. During this time, people in recovery from drug and alcohol addiction face a number of obstacles, from adjusting to sober life and taking on more life responsibilities to coping with triggers and strong cravings.
7 Tips to Stay Sober During College Football Season
College football season is notorious for tailgating parties and beer but it’s still a favorite pastime for many individuals in recovery. Staying sober during college football season may be an additional challenge, especially in early recovery, but it’s definitely not impossible. The most important thing you can do during this time of year is to […]
5 Ways Volunteering Helps You Maintain a Life of Sobriety
While enrolled in a sober living program, you’ll be required to spend some of your time volunteering. This isn’t just something we do here at Eudaimonia to give back to the community (although giving back is always a great reason to volunteer). Instead, we view it as another way to help you maintain your sobriety […]
5 Reasons Students in Recovery are at Risk for Relapse
An estimated 5.3 to 15.3 percent of college students are in recovery.1 These students face many situations, life transitions, and stressors that challenge their sobriety daily. There are several unique factors that make college life especially risky for individuals in early recovery and the following five reasons are some of the main causes of student […]
Journaling for Sobriety
Journaling: A Therapeutic Tool for Addiction Recovery The key to journaling (or therapeutic writing) is that you use it to interpret, understand, and learn from your experiences in life.¹ It’s not enough to just write down your feelings in a notebook each day. Thoughtful and purposeful journaling is what will aid in personal growth and […]
The Importance of Recovery Support at a Sober Living Home
Following completion of treatment1 for drug or alcohol addiction, it’s not always easy to make a smooth transition home. In fact, the risk of relapse2 is great when the recovering addict goes back to an environment where drug- and alcohol-free living is not supported. Triggers3, association with former drug and alcohol users, even family members […]
3 Ways a Men’s Sober Living Home Can Keep You Accountable
Accountability is key to maintaining a life of sobriety for both men and women. But how do you make the jump from an inpatient drug and alcohol rehab program to a sober life at home without falling? If you are a man in recovery seeking to transition back into mainstream living, a men’s sober living […]