Relationships
Find out how to navigate the relationships in recovery. From romance to broken friendships, we have tips on how to move forward in a healthy way.
How to Deal with Substance Use Disorder in Family: The Importance of a Supportive Environment
By Isabel SachsSupporting an individual with a substance use disorder can be difficult, especially if you are not sure what to do or where to ... Continue Reading
Supporting an individual with a substance use disorder can be difficult, especially if you are not sure what to do or where to ... Continue Reading
Recognizing Spiritualized Ego – When Recovery Becomes Food for Narcissism
By Toshia HumphriesIn any given situation, the ego sees an opportunity to go deeper into hiding. Recovery is no exception. Continue Reading
In any given situation, the ego sees an opportunity to go deeper into hiding. Recovery is no exception. Continue Reading
The Spiritual Dangers of “Just Sex” Relationships
By Toshia HumphriesIn early recovery, we may instantly cling to the first sign of distraction we see. This usually takes the form of a romantic—or... Continue Reading
In early recovery, we may instantly cling to the first sign of distraction we see. This usually takes the form of a romantic—or... Continue Reading
Reconciling in Recovery? These 3 Tips Will Help
By Tori UtleyLooking to reconcile relationships with friends and family? Try these 3 principles when making amends. Continue Reading
Looking to reconcile relationships with friends and family? Try these 3 principles when making amends. Continue Reading
The Process of Forgiveness and Its Purpose in Recovery
By Toshia HumphriesForgiving yourself and others prevents resentment—a slippery slope for relapse. Continue Reading
Forgiving yourself and others prevents resentment—a slippery slope for relapse. Continue Reading
4 Communication Styles Addicts Use to Get What They Want
By Patrick BieglerFor someone who's still in throes of addiction, there are communication styles we’re accustomed to using as our primary means o... Continue Reading
For someone who's still in throes of addiction, there are communication styles we’re accustomed to using as our primary means o... Continue Reading
Why Codependency Has Such a Tight Grip On You
By Toshia HumphriesHealing from a codependent relationships takes work and time. Professional help is typically required, depending on the duratio... Continue Reading
Healing from a codependent relationships takes work and time. Professional help is typically required, depending on the duratio... Continue Reading
How to Develop Healthy Social Connections in Recovery
By Audrey BeimA positive social support system is crucial in choosing alternative behavior outside the addiction. Otherwise, isolation can an... Continue Reading
A positive social support system is crucial in choosing alternative behavior outside the addiction. Otherwise, isolation can an... Continue Reading
How to Talk to Your Family About Recovery During the Holidays
By Tori UtleyWhether they're supportive or critical, your family will probably ask about your recovery this holiday season. Here are 4 thing... Continue Reading
Whether they're supportive or critical, your family will probably ask about your recovery this holiday season. Here are 4 thing... Continue Reading
The Benefits of Intimate Vulnerability
By Dominica ApplegateHow exactly do you cultivate amazing and deep bonds with others? The answer: intimate vulnerability. Continue Reading
How exactly do you cultivate amazing and deep bonds with others? The answer: intimate vulnerability. Continue Reading
The Search and Rescue Process of Recovery
By Toshia HumphriesIn active addiction, the only priority becomes the substance of choice. Family, friends, jobs, beloved pets and even children g... Continue Reading
In active addiction, the only priority becomes the substance of choice. Family, friends, jobs, beloved pets and even children g... Continue Reading
The Changing Tides of Friendships From Addiction to Recovery: One Person's Story
By Lisa OBrienOne writer shares how herself and her friendships have evolved over the course of her recovery. Continue Reading
One writer shares how herself and her friendships have evolved over the course of her recovery. Continue Reading
The Importance of Confidentiality in the Recovery Process
By Heather AdamsThe promise that the information exchanged will remain safe is of prime importance in a support group setting or even in all co... Continue Reading
The promise that the information exchanged will remain safe is of prime importance in a support group setting or even in all co... Continue Reading
10 Things Codependents Say to Themselves
By Lisa OBrienTrying to cover for an addicted loved one is difficult. It feels humiliating and after a while, people stop believing our excus... Continue Reading
Trying to cover for an addicted loved one is difficult. It feels humiliating and after a while, people stop believing our excus... Continue Reading
6 Ways to Make New Friends in Recovery
By Lisa OBrienAll of these ideas and more are a great way to open the door to new relationships that are healthy and substance-free. Continue Reading
All of these ideas and more are a great way to open the door to new relationships that are healthy and substance-free. Continue Reading