Tips to Help You Stay Sober During the Holidays
Updated on 11/15/23 Have you ever noticed that your mood changes during the fall and winter months? Are holidays a trigger for you since you have been in recovery? If these statements are true, you are not alone. Feeling sad during the fall and winter could be a sign of the “holiday blues” or you […]
March Madness and St. Patrick’s Day: A Guide to Maintaining Sobriety
Updated on 2/3/2023 To many, March equates to following basketball brackets and celebrating St. Patrick’s Day. As both events approach, people plan how they will get together, what they will bring to a party, or prepare the drink and food menu. Despite how your friends or family celebrate March Madness or St. Patrick’s Day, make […]
Just One Sip: When One Drink Isn’t Enough during the Holidays
Just One Sip: When One Drink Isn’t Enough during the Holidays Updated on 11/15/23 The holidays are the time of year when people become a part of a party circuit. They are either obligated or pressured to attend parties, social gatherings or traditional family events, which cause stress, anxiety, or depression. Throughout this hectic and […]
The Best Gifts for Individuals in Recovery
Updated on 06/25/24 The holiday season is approaching, and along with it comes great pressures of gift-giving for our closest friends and family. It is a time of immense joy and equally for many, a time of great challenge. Specifically, for those who are new, or even seasoned in recovery, the time of year that […]
Celebrating the Holidays While Sober
Updated on 06/25/24 Celebrating the holidays while sober can be challenging for a variety of reasons. There tends to be many triggers, a dooms-day type feeling towards the idea of relapse, and turbulent relationships with loved ones at the forefront of it all. The holidays at their core are meant to be a time of […]
Stop Escaping the Holidays with Alcohol or Drugs
Stop Escaping the Holidays with Alcohol or Drugs The holidays can bring constant reminders of our relationships with our family and friends. Family gatherings can include unsolicited comments, unwanted attention and increased scrutiny. Family members carelessly mention what they see wrong with us, not thinking how their words affect our self-esteem or mental health. Internalizing […]
Tips to Enjoy Halloween During Recovery
Updated on 06/04/24 Cooler weather is here and Halloween is around the corner. Though this year may still be different from Halloweens in the past, it may be tough to get through for those who struggle with drug and/or alcohol addiction or those in recovery. Temptations can be overwhelming, especially at gatherings where drugs or […]
The Gift of Self-Care During the Holidays
Updated on 11/15/23 Taking a moment to evaluate yourself and your lifestyle is a common thing during the holidays. Especially with the new year coming up, expectations are high as friends and family ask, “What is your new year resolution?” or “Are you changing anything after Christmas?” Remember You are Not Alone Never think that […]
Opioid Use During the Holidays
For those who are struggling with an active opioid use disorder, the holidays can be an extremely stressful time. Opioids are strong painkillers that can cause a lapse in judgment and extreme grogginess, which can cause an individual to skip out on the holiday season altogether. Individuals who are actively using opioids may not remember […]
Recovery During the Holidays
There is no holiday party so vital that you should risk your sobriety. Contrary to popular belief, the holidays do not have to revolve around alcohol, and no matter where you are in your recovery journey, honoring your recovery during the holiday season should be your priority. The holidays might remind you of past trauma, […]