The path can be challenging if you or someone you know is on the journey to sobriety. Addiction recovery is fraught with many hurdles, and transitioning back into sobriety is taxing. Due to this, many individuals benefit greatly from living in a sober living home, but the specifics of “what is sober living” is often […]
The road to addiction recovery is not easy on one’s own. American Addiction Centers reported that in 2014, an estimated 22.5 million people in the U.S. needed treatment, but only 11.6% received professional help. There are various reasons why someone may not get help, but confusion about available services should never be one of them. […]
The path to recovery certainly isn’t easy, and many struggle with transitioning from treatment back into the real world. In many cases, having the opportunity to take part in a halfway stepping stone can make the difference between failure and success. Turning Point Recovery Network is among the best North Texas sober living residences. Please […]
Addiction can tear a person and their family apart if not addressed in a timely manner. Fortunately, anyone can overcome addiction with a little bit of help. Today, we are sharing with you the addiction recovery process and how you can take the first steps to a sober life. The Addiction Recovery Process […]
When a dedicated individual is going through recovery, there can be many potholes on the road to derail their hard work. Unfortunately, we live in a society where alcohol and drug use are commonplace, seeping into everyday activities. This can make it challenging for those pursuing sober living, especially at the beginning of their recovery. […]
An unfortunate aspect of modern society is the constant belief that social gatherings and events must include substances, such as alcohol or drugs, for the event to be enticing. For recovering addicts, this can make socializing and venturing out into the community challenging. Fortunately, through proper addiction recovery programs, we set aside those prejudices, prioritize […]
An unfortunate aspect of society is that many leisurely activities that people propose to entertain and connect involve drinking alcohol. For those who have chosen a sober living style, it can feel as though you are getting left out. Fortunately, there are plenty of sober living Dallas activities you can participate in while introducing your […]
The 5 Stages of Addiction As defined by The National Institute on Drug Abuse, addiction is a “chronic relapsing brain disease.” Each of the 5 stages of addiction- first use, continued use, tolerance, dependence and addiction have addictive tendencies. Understanding each stage is critical in diagnosing which stage someone is in so that they […]
Remove Yourself from Your Old Lifestyle and Create a New Routine: Many people go to rehab or recovery centers so triggers no longer surround them. Identifying the triggers in your old day-to-day schedule is necessary when removing yourself from your old lifestyle and creating a new routine. Find Support – Therapy, Sponsors and Support […]
Many may be familiar with the 12 steps of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). The overarching goal of these spiritual principles is to help individuals in recovery achieve and main abstinence following a step-by-step guideline. Listed below are descriptions of each of the 12 steps to recovery: 1. Admit we are powerless against substances. 2. Come […]
