What are the Twelve Principles of AA, and how do they work in recovery? A complete answer to this question begins with a quick history of how these principles originated, who developed them, and why. You'll then get to learn about each principle separately and what it means... The Principles of the Twelve Steps of ... Read More
Life in Recovery
After treatment, many of the guards that were in place are gone and you may find the old factors contributing to your mental state or substance use creeping back. Along with our clinical services and alumni program, we’re dedicated to equipping our patients with the tools to maintain long-term health. In this section, we provide further tips and advice on living your best life in your best health.
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Relapsing in the Public Eye – What Dax Shepard Learned
Dax Shepard is an American actor turned podcast host. Born in January 1975 near Detroit, Michigan, Dax shot to stardom with films like Let's Go To Prison (2006), Hit and Run (2012), This Is Where I Leave You (2014) and The Judge (2014), among others. In 2018, he launched his successful podcast, Armchair Expert, with ... Read More
Starting to Make Amends with Family and Friends
For the 10% of Americans who will at some point live with addiction, it's common to think — or believe for the sake of rationalization — that no one else is at risk. Unfortunately, this is far from the truth. Addiction hurts many people, from family members sharing a home or relying on financial support to romantic ... Read More
Romantic Relationships in Recovery: When Are You Ready?
The term "recovery" can include the entire drug rehabilitation process, beginning with the first day of sobriety. Early recovery usually refers specifically to the detoxification and maintenance phases of treatment, when it can be difficult to determine if it's a good time to be in a romantic relationship. Addiction ... Read More
Know When to Walk Away: Leaving Toxic Relationships in Recovery
In drug and alcohol addiction recovery, every person has to take a long, hard look at each of the relationships they have and decide how to improve them or let them go. When you've identified the people close to you who are likeliest to hold you back, though, how do you make the decision of walking away from a ... Read More
Identifying Things in Your Life to Celebrate
If you take a moment to reflect on your life, you'll probably think of the major events that got you to where you are today. But though the list of your achievements is long, they tend to go unobserved. After a while, we can become conditioned to taking life milestones for granted — even though each one is worth ... Read More
Goodbye to Unhealthy Relationships: “Let the Trash Take Itself Out”
Your relationship should bring you joy, comfort and feelings of safety. The right partner will uplift you and challenge you to be a better version of yourself. But the wrong partner will do the opposite. An unhealthy relationship can pull you down, make you miserable and even trigger mental health problems. That's why ... Read More
How to Understand and Conquer Fears of Rejection
The fear of rejection is a common emotion, often fueled by a lack of confidence. It can impact all areas of your life, from your relationships at work to personal growth. Most people experience a degree of fear when placed in new situations, but for some, the fear of rejection impacts their quality of life. Whether ... Read More
