What Does it Mean to Thrive in Recovery
During the Q&A portion of a recent panel, I heard someone ask, “What’s the difference between surviving and thriving?” This is interesting to consider in
Self-Soothing in Addiction and Recovery
In recent years, the idea of addiction as an urge to self-soothe has gained traction. Addiction has historically been seen as self-destructive, but it can
Memory and Recovery
Memory is a strange thing when it comes to recovery. Triggers are essentially memories-circumstances, people, places, or feelings that your brain has come to associate
Expressing Your Feelings in Recovery
Sometimes during active addiction, the only time we allow ourselves to express emotions is when we’re under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Then it
Why Are Basic Needs Important in Early Recovery?
When you first get sober, eating enough, drinking enough water, and getting enough sleep are extra important. The premise of Maslow’s hierarchy of needs is
Making it Through Challenges Sober
When we get sober, our lives tend to improve significantly. I can’t think of any aspect of my life that hasn’t changed for the better
Emotional Age and Sobriety
Addiction impacts most aspects of life, so it can stunt growth on many levels. When our priority is alcohol or drugs, we tend to have
Coping With Anger in Recovery
Anger, like any emotion, is valid and nothing to be ashamed of. However, it’s an emotion that can feel overwhelming and make us say things
Seeking Closure With People From Active Addiction During Recovery
I’ve both sought closure from people I knew in active addiction, and been the one others were seeking closure from. Through these experiences, I’ve learned
Top Five Sober Activities to Do in Gaithersburg, Maryland
A big question many people ask when they first get sober is, “What will I do for fun?” Luckily, there are so many answers to
