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Life in recovery isn't easy but you don't have to tackle it alone. We have tips on how to keep sobriety fresh, fun and always inspiring.

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3 Ways to Stop Thinking About Drinking

By Rebecca Kovacs

The first thing to understand is that many, many addicts go through this when they first enter the beginning phases of recovery. Continue Reading

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Emotional Sobriety 101: A Beginner's Guide to Emotional Recovery

By Dominica Applegate Dominica Applegate has worked in the mental health field for 12 years before launching her own business as a writer. She earned her Master's in Counseling from Liberty Universit

Not being able to handle your emotions can really put a damper on life and cause problems at home, work, and well, just about a... Continue Reading

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How the Expressive Arts Can Help with Your Recovery

By Dominica Applegate Dominica Applegate has worked in the mental health field for 12 years before launching her own business as a writer. She earned her Master's in Counseling from Liberty Universit

These creative modalities are becoming super popular for those who are eager to gain more emotional awareness and freedom. Continue Reading

Who Are You in Addiction?

By Dominica Applegate Dominica Applegate has worked in the mental health field for 12 years before launching her own business as a writer. She earned her Master's in Counseling from Liberty Universit

Sometimes when we get into recovery, we are not quite sure who we are outside of the booze or drugs. Continue Reading

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Aftercare: The Transition From Rehab to Everyday Life

By Rebecca Kovacs

The transition from rehab to daily life can be daunting, but it's our first step to recovery and sobriety. Continue Reading

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5 Key Components to Long-Term Recovery Success

By Toshia Humphries Toshia Humphries is a Texan freelance writer, artist, and life coach and possesses three degrees in counseling and psychology, focusing on addictions and women’s studies.

Applying these five keys to success in recovery aids in building a strong sense of character and being. Continue Reading

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3 Things to Do to Move Forward Without Emotional Baggage

By Rebecca Kovacs

Some of us can actually feel guilty about going through rehab. But here's the real deal about our struggle and how to actually ... Continue Reading

How to Avoid Negative Energy If You're an Empath in Recovery

By Toshia Humphries Toshia Humphries is a Texan freelance writer, artist, and life coach and possesses three degrees in counseling and psychology, focusing on addictions and women’s studies.

An empath in a negative environment will absorb the energy around them and likely put their hard-earned sobriety on the line. Continue Reading

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How to Harness Healing Energy for Holistic Recovery

By Toshia Humphries Toshia Humphries is a Texan freelance writer, artist, and life coach and possesses three degrees in counseling and psychology, focusing on addictions and women’s studies.

With recovery, you have the opportunity to improve yourself by harnessing positive energy. Continue Reading

The Problem with the Phrase “I am an Addict”

By Toshia Humphries Toshia Humphries is a Texan freelance writer, artist, and life coach and possesses three degrees in counseling and psychology, focusing on addictions and women’s studies.

Speaking from a spiritual perspective, continually being forced to make the statement, “I am an addict,” even after help has be... Continue Reading

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How to Best Cope with Chronic Stress

By Lyn Geist Lyn has years of experience relating to addiction and recovery. She earned her Master's of Social Work (MSW) and also a Masters of Arts (MA) in psychology and social work from California State University-Sacramento.

When dealing with stress, we are unable to think clearly, we become forgetful, and depression begins to cloud our outlook on life. Continue Reading

5 Most Inspiring Biographies to Read For Those In Recovery

By Heather Adams

Looking for inspiration? These books can help give you a fresh perspective on life after addiction. Continue Reading

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5 Daily Habits To Refresh and Recharge You

By Heather Adams

Have a vision in your mind that represents your short-term and long-term goals. Continue Reading

Soul-Searching Through Grief: A Travel Diary

By Tamara Buchenberger

Losing her was its own rock bottom for me. It got to a point where I had to leave town and take a journey with only my soul as ... Continue Reading

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Why Recovery is the Opposite of a Quick Fix

By Toshia Humphries Toshia Humphries is a Texan freelance writer, artist, and life coach and possesses three degrees in counseling and psychology, focusing on addictions and women’s studies.

Here are 3 things you can do to ensure your recovery journey delves deep and helps you make peace with the root issues and impa... Continue Reading

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