For the addict and the family, what to expect in early recovery can sometimes be unpredictable. When an addict or alcoholic finally admits that they need help and makes the decision to seek treatment their family is filled with relief. The family, friends, and loved ones of the alcoholic or addict have usually lived for...Read More

Making amends in addiction recovery is not just about saying “I’m sorry.” For many of us, the many “I’m sorry’s” heard during someone’s active addiction start to have no meaning. Making amends in addiction recovery is essential for the addict to rid the self of the guilt and shame carried from specific behavior. It is...Read More

Exercising gratitude in addiction recovery helps us have a positive outlook on life, keeps us humble and allows for unselfish behavior. Addiction destroys the mind, body and spirit. Those that have traveled the road of recovery know it’s a constant battle to keep their mindset positive and avoid ‘stinking thinking’ at all costs. By practicing...Read More

The ongoing opioid and heroin epidemics have wreaked havoc on the Northeastern and Appalachian regions of the United States. Unfortunately, the West Coast is beginning to see those same drug problems manifest as well. Since March 23rd, the city of Sacramento has witnessed 48 overdoses and 10 fatal overdoses. The culprit? Counterfeit pain pills laced...Read More

Self-centeredness versus self-care in addiction recovery can be summed up like this: Self-centeredness is when one is so preoccupied with themselves and their drug of choice they disregard the feelings and needs of others. Self-care in addiction recovery is about acknowledging our past, accepting it, making amends, and being the best person we can be....Read More

Addiction Treatment for 1st Responders There is a stigma behind addiction treatment for 1st responders but, through awareness, is gradually becoming more well known. My step-father was a captain in the fire department and a first responder. He responded to many crisis situations including a horrific tornado in Waco Texas in 1953. He was there...Read More

Heroin. Who would have thought it would be the top drug of choice in the 21st Century? Years ago it was pegged as the “bad drug” only used by those on skid row and homeless degenerates. A needle was involved and that was hard core. No way would it ever creep into our communities and...Read More

Are you looking for the best drug rehabs in your area? Here are some important tips when looking and choosing the right and best drug rehabs for yourself or a loved one: The best drug rehabs will have various experts on staff specializing in the field of addiction. This may include psychologists, doctors, nurses as...Read More

So, you’re newly sober, and you have a few questions such as, How will I have fun in sobriety? What will I be like now that I’m sober?  Well, the good news is that life can be absolutely incredible, you can be best version of you possible, and the word ‘fun’ will take on whole...Read More

Drugs are everywhere and the acceptance of drug addiction is becoming more common. We as a community are infested with drug addiction more than any other time in history. Drug use has been running rapid and the outcomes associated with it come with consequences such as violence, addiction, and death. This is increasing with the...Read More