Reading time: 3 minSome people believe shame is the best motivator, assuming holding themselves to a high standard will prevent them from making the same mistakes again. However,
Reading time: 2 minReflecting on a mistake and wishing you had handled it differently is part of being human. But shame goes beyond that by making you feel
Reading time: 3 minWhile bereavement is one of life’s most profound losses, it isn’t the only experience that can cause sorrow. Many people in sobriety mourn unexpected things
Reading time: 2 minEveryone experiences periods of emotional strain resulting from work deadlines, relationship challenges, financial concerns and unexpected setbacks. However, not everybody deals with stress in healthy,
Reading time: 3 minMany people start addiction recovery thinking they need to completely transform their lives overnight. They picture waking up before sunrise every morning, exercising daily, eating
Reading time: 3 minReaching one year of sobriety is a milestone worth celebrating. It represents 365 days of choosing growth over self-destruction, healing over avoidance and hope over
Reading time: 3 minMemories are rarely objective. As time passes, your brain will try to soften painful experiences while highlighting enjoyable ones. In recovery, this selective remembering can
Reading time: 3 minWhether you’re newly sober, have recently relapsed or want self-help advice for your mental well-being, ongoing education and connection are essential. Support groups, therapy and
Reading time: 3 minWhen most people think of anxiety, they picture someone who is visibly overwhelmed, struggling to leave the house, or experiencing frequent panic attacks. However, anxiety
