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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.

4 Reasons Not to Date Your First Year of Sobriety

By Flower B

Anyone who’s been through the ringer of drugs and alcohol should take time to nurture their recovery and put sobriety first. He... Continue Reading

3 Tips for a Healthy Relationship

By Cassandra Huerta

During active addiction, we sometimes involve ourselves with people who don’t truly have our best interest in mind. These tips ... Continue Reading

Romance and Early Recovery: How Soon is Too Soon?

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

Getting back into the love game is a bit tricky during recovery. With so many things to balance—most importantly, your sobriety... Continue Reading

When Is Honesty Not the Best Policy?

By Cassandra Huerta

Some things are best left unsaid. Continue Reading

Is It True There Should Be No Relationships in the First Year of Addiction Recovery?

By Angel W. Abott

Must all addicts in early recovery avoid new relationships? Not necessarily! Addiction counselor Kelly McClanahan explores the ... Continue Reading

Can Romance in Recovery Be Another Kind of Addiction?

By Kelly McClanahan

Is getting swept up in a new romance just swapping one addiction for another? Continue Reading

Couple leaning on each other

Dating in Early Recovery: 3 Must Dos

By Kelly McClanahan

Relationships are complicated, so make sure you follow these 3 simple rules when getting back into the dating world. Continue Reading

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