Romance in Recovery: Dating Do's and Don'ts Romance in Recovery: Dating Do's and Don'ts Yes, you're allowed to date. Yes, it could get complicated. But connection is a beautiful thing in recovery Friday, February 3, 2023 0 13959
How To Hack the Holidays in Recovery How To Hack the Holidays in Recovery It's perfectly normal to feel anxious or triggered around this season and all its so-called merriment Sunday, December 18, 2022 0 1138
The Old Way Didn't Work: Solving Problems in Recovery The Old Way Didn't Work: Solving Problems in Recovery Open communication and taking ownership aren't easy, but get to know them, and you can do some real repair work. Here's how Monday, December 12, 2022 0 2338
Ringing in the Season Sober: All Sober on FOX 5 DC Ringing in the Season Sober: All Sober on FOX 5 DC We joined a morning news segment to share tips on celebrating the holidays with newly sober family members Tuesday, November 22, 2022 0 2601
Non-Alc November and Dry December: Everyone's Invited Non-Alc November and Dry December: Everyone's Invited More and more revelers are choosing to skip alcohol during the holidays, for any reason or no reason Tuesday, November 22, 2022 0 1710
Helping Teens Cope With Change—Without Drugs and Alcohol Helping Teens Cope With Change—Without Drugs and Alcohol Unwelcome life changes are distressing for adolescents. Here's how to guide them toward healthy emotional responses Wednesday, November 16, 2022 0 1667
Recovery Roundtable: How Do I Handle the Holidays Sober? Recovery Roundtable: How Do I Handle the Holidays Sober? We turned to 8 diverse voices in the recovery world—from treatment center pros to a Rock & Roll Hall of Famer—for tips Tuesday, November 15, 2022 0 106408
The 5 Stages of Change: A Handy Framework for Understanding Recovery The 5 Stages of Change: A Handy Framework for Understanding Recovery It's a tried and true model for what the transition from addiction to recovery looks like—and what you can achieve Monday, November 7, 2022 0 2037
Does the 'Pink Cloud' of New Sobriety Help or Hurt? It's Complicated Does the 'Pink Cloud' of New Sobriety Help or Hurt? It's Complicated The euphoria of early recovery may be fleeting, but long-lasting balance is the goal. Here's how to handle reality with confidence Tuesday, November 1, 2022 0 1497
Get Yourself an Attitude of Gratitude. You'll Appreciate It Get Yourself an Attitude of Gratitude. You'll Appreciate It Hopelessness is a trap of addiction. Learning and practicing gratitude in recovery is one way out. Here's how Monday, October 31, 2022 0 9728
The 100 Best U.S. Cities for Living Sober The 100 Best U.S. Cities for Living Sober Looking for a change of scenery in recovery? Check out the top cities for living sober—some might surprise you Friday, October 28, 2022 0 3513
Meditate for 5 Minutes a Day! (You Can Definitely Do This) Meditate for 5 Minutes a Day! (You Can Definitely Do This) Stress everywhere, serenity in hiding? Meditation, even just a little bit, can work wonders on the mind in recovery Thursday, October 27, 2022 0 4145
Can Creativity Help With Addiction Recovery? Can Creativity Help With Addiction Recovery? Forget the old struggling artist cliché—flexing your creativity makes your brain strong and improves your emotional well-being Wednesday, October 26, 2022 0 3790
Communication and Setting Boundaries in Recovery: This Might Clear Things Up Communication and Setting Boundaries in Recovery: This Might Clear Things Up No need to yell—or roll over. Getting your point and your needs across is essential to getting meaningful support in recovery Wednesday, October 26, 2022 0 2566
How Do I Keep My Sobriety at Non-Sober Events? How Do I Keep My Sobriety at Non-Sober Events? In early recovery, it can feel tough. But a party doesn't have to be a crisis for you. Follow these tips Friday, September 2, 2022 0 2605
5 Paths To Finding Your Purpose in Recovery 5 Paths To Finding Your Purpose in Recovery Sober life can be daunting, uncertain—and exhilarating. Make the most of this opportunity Wednesday, August 31, 2022 0 2459
Filling the Void in Recovery Through Spiritual Exploration Filling the Void in Recovery Through Spiritual Exploration Connecting with yourself and finding your purpose are crucial early steps for anyone to take in recovery Monday, May 2, 2022 0 8195
Yes, You Can Be in Sales/Business and NOT Drink Yes, You Can Be in Sales/Business and NOT Drink Chris Anthony founded The Sober Exec to help one more person navigate their journey through sobriety Wednesday, March 2, 2022 0 3296
Creating a Healthier Life: 8 Dimensions of Wellness Creating a Healthier Life: 8 Dimensions of Wellness Build your own wellness plan using SAMHSA's step-by-step guide to a healthier life Monday, February 28, 2022 0 2028
A Sober Guide To Enjoying Venues That Serve Alcohol A Sober Guide To Enjoying Venues That Serve Alcohol You can enjoy sports games, festivals or even bars in sobriety—if you go to the right places with the right people Monday, February 28, 2022 0 1790
Questions To Ask Before Choosing a Residential Treatment Program Questions To Ask Before Choosing a Residential Treatment Program Considering inpatient treatment for yourself or a loved one? Read this primer on what you need to ask—and know Sunday, February 20, 2022 0 1638