I’ve been in long-term recovery for years. Being pregnant, on the other hand, is mind-blowingly new. That may be one reason people have asked me what it’s like to navigate the mental health challenges unique to pregnancy as someone in recovery. They really seem to be asking, “How are you staying sane and sober through ... Read More
Molly Lauroesch
Molly Lauroesch
Molly Lauroesch is the Director of Alumni services as FHE Health. She grew up just outside of Washington, D.C. and has been living in the South Florida area for the past 8 years. She completed her Associates Degree at Palm Beach State College and is currently pursuing her Bachelors in Industrial and Organizational Psychology at the University of Central Florida. Molly previously worked in the hospitality industry and has been working in the behavioral health field for the past 5 years. In her spare time, she enjoys exploring nature trails with her dog as well as taking trips to Walt Disney World with her husband.
How Achieving Work-Home Balance Improves Mental Health
Updated January 1st, 2022 Is it possible to balance work and family commitments? You’ve spent yet another day working late, missed your planned family dinner and may not be able to pick up your son from football practice. You’re tired, and the last thing you wanted to see was more talk from your ... Read More
How to Address Your Biggest Fear In Recovery
Fear in Addiction Recovery Is fear of being sober a real thing? As you work through the detox process, you can start to feel the overwhelming frustration and anxiety build around being sober. Post-detox, you may have a wide range of emotions flooding your mind. You're likely also to start feeling the stress build, ... Read More
How to Celebrate a Loved One’s Sobriety Anniversary
It can be hard to know how to talk to or what to do for someone in recovery. If you have a loved one with a sobriety anniversary coming up, you may not know what you should do. Celebrating a loved one's sobriety can be challenging. On the one hand, this is a huge accomplishment, and you're very proud of what they've ... Read More
Dos and Don’ts When Sharing a Personal Recovery Story
Sharing your story is incredibly important — which is precisely why this concept is a crucial part of recovery programs like Alcoholics Anonymous. When people share in AA or NA, they go over their addiction and what it was like, what happened and what it's like now. Sharing stories can help people bond with each other, ... Read More
The Hospitality Industry’s Guide to Mental Health and Addiction Help
The hospitality industry in the United States is a major sector of the ecoonomy, employing around 17 million adults in 2019. It encompasses many different job functions in businesses from hotels to eateries, but restaurant workers play a key role in the hospitality space. From running drinks to waiting tables, servers, ... Read More
Step 8 A.A: Making a List for Amends Worksheet
Step 8 of AA is primarily about forgiveness — making peace with others and yourself. Stepping back from a life of alcoholism and seeing all the damage you caused can be devastating. This is a key moment, when you'll finally be coming to terms and learning how to live with what's salvageable in your life, even if those ... Read More
The Dangerous Appeal of Alcopops to Underage Drinkers
The manufacturers of various alcohol products and their marketers have been criticized for decades for marketing to young audiences. Messages might show beautiful young people enjoying sun, surf and socializing on the beach—everyone with a delicious-looking alcohol drink in hand. The messages might vary but are always ... Read More
