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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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Learn to Love (Not Fear) Your Shadow: 3 Steps to Accepting You

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.

Learning to love your true self is crucial to addiction recovery. Continue Reading

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Living Sober: Tips for Newcomers to Recovery

By Monica Romano

Every day sober is a day to celebrate. Continue Reading

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The Emotional Benefits of Sobriety

By Nicole Arzt, M.S., L.M.F.T. Nicole Arzt is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in providing psychotherapy for individuals, families, and groups struggling with substance use disorders and psychiatric illnesses.

In sobriety, you'll have the time, energy, and desire to focus on what brings you joy, meaning, and a sense of accomplishment. Continue Reading

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SAD: Coping With Seasonal Affective Disorder

By Monica Romano

For some, the lack of light and Vitamin D from the sun can wreak havoc and cause them to suffer from Seasonal Affective Disorde... Continue Reading

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Celebrating National Recovery Month

By Nicole Arzt, M.S., L.M.F.T. Nicole Arzt is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in providing psychotherapy for individuals, families, and groups struggling with substance use disorders and psychiatric illnesses.

It's a time to honor success stories and milestones. It's also a time to highlight the achievements made in short-term and long... Continue Reading

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Love IS Our Superpower: 3 Ways to Activate the Power of Love

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.

For those of us in recovery, love is a powerful force that lives within us and merely awaits activation. Continue Reading

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3 Steps to Ensure Energetic Clarity Once You're Clean and Sober

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.

Are you aware that your energy—the spiritual aspect of your being—needs cleaning up too? Continue Reading

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Sober Bars: A Healthy Alternative for People in Recovery

By Nicole Arzt, M.S., L.M.F.T. Nicole Arzt is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in providing psychotherapy for individuals, families, and groups struggling with substance use disorders and psychiatric illnesses.

Sober bars help people relax and enjoy themselves without the temptation of alcohol. Continue Reading

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6 Fun Sober Summer Activities

By Monica Romano

Here are 6 fun sober activities to enjoy during the summer. Continue Reading

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5 Sober Apps That Can Support Your Recovery

By Nicole Arzt, M.S., L.M.F.T. Nicole Arzt is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in providing psychotherapy for individuals, families, and groups struggling with substance use disorders and psychiatric illnesses.

Sobriety isn't easy, but these apps can certainly simplify some of the work involved. Continue Reading

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Famous Quotes Regarding Mental Health Awareness

By Erica Lee

A list of 10 quotes that celebrate the strength and empowerment in emotional recovery and can help people struggling with menta... Continue Reading

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The Importance of Authenticity in Recovery

By Dawn Hurley

By lacking authenticity, we greatly limit our sense of belonging and our sincere connection with others. Continue Reading

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Embracing Anxiety: Surrender to Win

By Dawn Hurley

Thinking that I was somehow unique in my suffering allowed self-pity to lead me into a state of moral decay. Continue Reading

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How Long Should it Take to Work the 12 Steps?

By Nicole Arzt, M.S., L.M.F.T. Nicole Arzt is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in providing psychotherapy for individuals, families, and groups struggling with substance use disorders and psychiatric illnesses.

Contrary to popular belief, there is no single, prescribed time frame for working the 12 steps during recovery. Continue Reading

recovering addict uses gardening to nurture their sobriety

4 Therapeutic Activities That Can Nurture Your Recovery

By Dawn Hurley

It's important to recognize which activities nurture your recovery, and which ones simply distract you from it. Continue Reading

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