Updated on December 17th, 2020 At this point, it’s probably fair to say that many of us are tired of being confined to our homes. Even while local governments across the United States gradually reopen and return to more “normal” daily life and operations, the process will take time and many people still remain cautious […]
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10 Creative Ways to Celebrate Valentine’s Day Sober
Societal norms today tell us two major things about Valentine’s Day and how we should celebrate it: We should be in a long-standing, committed relationship. We should celebrate with wine or champagne. Neither of those things is true.
7 Natural Ways to Manage Chronic Pain in Recovery
If you are recovering from opioid addiction, pain management in recovery can be a complex challenge. This is especially true if you are enrolled in a sober living program, as most sober living homes do not allow residents to use any narcotics or medications that could potentially be abused. The slide back into addiction is […]
8 Hobbies That Can Help Reduce Anxiety
Overall, researchers estimate that about 20 percent of people who suffer from addiction are also plagued by an anxiety disorder. Some studies estimate that this rate may even be as high as 50 percent among people who have experienced traumatic life events.1 Unfortunately, anxiety doesn’t just disappear once you get sober. Experiences in early recovery […]
13 Natural Ways to Manage Depression in Addiction Recovery
Globally, more than 300 million people suffer from depression and it is the leading cause of disability worldwide.1 Depression can severely affect a person’s emotional and physical health, causing feelings of emptiness and sadness, insomnia, weight fluctuations, cognitive problems, fatigue, weakened immune system, and at its worst, suicide.2
10 Habits of Highly Successful Sober College Students
It’s that time of year again: school is back in session and college students are heading back to campus to reunite with friends once more and embark on another year of academic success. However, for many students, studying is likely to take a backseat to excessive partying and substance abuse. In America, drugs and alcohol […]
What to Expect in Your First Year of Sobriety
Transitioning from a life of addiction to a life of sobriety can be difficult whether you’re enrolled in a sober living program or not. While transitional housing and the support that comes with it is all very helpful and effective, your first year of sobriety will still come with its share of challenges and you’ll […]
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 […]
10 Reasons to Add Yoga to Your Daily Routine
Yoga is incorporated into addiction recovery programming in many rehab centers, so it shouldn’t be a surprise that many recovering addicts have their first encounters with it in the early stages of recovery. But even after rehab, yoga can be an excellent addition to your daily routine, providing countless physical, spiritual, and emotional benefits in […]