You may not be feeling any pain when you’ve numbed yourself by abusing alcohol, but the same can’t be said for your body. Alcoholism has the potential to ruin your… Read More
What Sobriety Does to Change Your Body for the Better
What Sobriety Looks and Feels Like and How You Can Stay Sober
One of the things that can prevent someone from entering recovery for drug or alcohol addiction is the sheer unknown about what sobriety looks and feels like. For many people,… Read More
How Can Marriage Survive Sobriety
“In sickness and in health.” Those words are a familiar part of a marriage vow, when a couple commits to staying together no matter what. However, one of the hardest… Read More
Can Sobriety Cause Depression During the Holidays
For many people, it’s common for the bright lights of the festive holiday season to be tinged with the shadow of sadness. Feelings of loneliness, anxiety, or melancholy can be… Read More
What Does Sobriety Mean to Me and What It Has Taught Me
Sobriety is a lifelong journey. So when you reflect on the question, “What does sobriety mean to me?” you will probably have different answers depending on where you at in… Read More
Finding the Fun in Sobriety
Sobriety brings many changes to your life, including your idea of what constitutes a fun night out. If your weekends used to be spent partying hard with friends and hitting… Read More
How to Beat the Holiday Blues
According to the classic song “White Christmas,” your days should be merry and bright at this time of year. But if you are feeling anxious or depressed instead, you are… Read More
How to Enjoy Music Festivals Sober
If you’re new to a sober lifestyle, you may feel like you need to avoid music festivals. If the scene is a trigger for you, you might. However, there are… Read More
Xanax Withdrawal Symptoms and Timeline: What To Expect
Xanax is the brand name for alprazolam, a prescribed medication in a category of drugs known as benzodiazepines. Doctors usually prescribe Xanax to treat patients suffering from panic disorders and… Read More
The Link Between PTSD and Substance Abuse
According to TIME Magazine, the “vast majority” of those who struggle with addiction have also suffered significant traumatic events in their past. Moreover, many who are battling addiction are simultaneously… Read More
