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Romantic relationships can be difficult to navigate. When one person has an addiction problem, things get a little more complicated. Find tips and relatable stories to help you sort through the emotions healthily.

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4 Essential Steps to Attracting True Love in the New Normal

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.

Here are 4 steps to follow in order to hold sacred space for ourselves and true love. Continue Reading

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3 Reasons to Court Yourself in Early Addiction Recovery

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.

Once you truly love you and make that lifetime commitment to yourself and your recovery, you will be in it ready to face the go... Continue Reading

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How the Right Relationship Can Help You Embrace Recovery

By Dominica Applegate Dominica Applegate has worked in the mental health field for 12 years before launching her own business as a writer. She earned her Master's in Counseling from Liberty Universit

Love has the power to prompt most of us to be the best version of ourselves. Continue Reading

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How to Move On From Being With an Alcoholic

By Tess Chedsey

When a relationship with someone becomes depressing rather than joyful, it is time to move on. Continue Reading

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I'm in Love with an Alcoholic: A Revelation That Ended a Toxic Relationship

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.

One writer shares the ups and downs she experienced loving someone who is drowning in their alcohol problem. Continue Reading

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7 Signs You Are in a Relationship With a Narcissist

By Lisa OBrien

A narcissist needs extreme validation regularly to feel satisfied and wants you to be their source despite the cost of your own... Continue Reading

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Can Your Relationship Survive If Your Partner Isn't Sober Too?

By Dominica Applegate Dominica Applegate has worked in the mental health field for 12 years before launching her own business as a writer. She earned her Master's in Counseling from Liberty Universit

It's not impossible for two alcoholics to have a lasting relationship, but it typically alludes to mayhem, drama and dysfunctio... Continue Reading

7 Signs That You're in a Healthy Relationship

By Dominica Applegate Dominica Applegate has worked in the mental health field for 12 years before launching her own business as a writer. She earned her Master's in Counseling from Liberty Universit

Wondering if your relationship is moving in the right direction? Here are 7 markers of a mutually fulfilling romantic life. Continue Reading

Why Sober Sex is the Best Sex

By Flower B

Sober sex is not only healthier, but it’s also more fun, exciting, passionate and meaningful. Continue Reading

5 Practical Ways to Say No to Dating

By Audrey Beim

Many rehab programs discourage dating during the first 12 months of sobriety. Here are 5 ways to help you refrain from entering... Continue Reading

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8 Celebrity Marriages Impacted By Addiction

By Audrey Beim

An addiction problem can put a strain on any kind of relationship. Only these couples had to endure their personal issues under... Continue Reading

9 Ways to Tell If You're a Codependent

By Dominica Applegate Dominica Applegate has worked in the mental health field for 12 years before launching her own business as a writer. She earned her Master's in Counseling from Liberty Universit

Does your relationship seem to be more work than it's worth? Is there unnecessary drama or conflict? If so, chances are you are... Continue Reading

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3 Tips For Getting Physically Intimate Without Booze

By Elizabeth Seward

If you’re trying to get intimate without alcohol to buffer your anxieties, here are 3 tips that might help you to become physic... Continue Reading

When Is It Time to Move on From a Relationship?

By Benhilda Chanetsa

People often remain in difficult relationships because they’re afraid of being alone. However, if you find that you and your pa... Continue Reading

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6 Ways to Celebrate Valentine's Day Single and Sober

By Dominica Applegate Dominica Applegate has worked in the mental health field for 12 years before launching her own business as a writer. She earned her Master's in Counseling from Liberty Universit

You don't have to be in a relationship to make the most of love. Continue Reading

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