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Honest, faith-aware writing on what men face in addiction recovery — from the people who walk this road every day.

Healing the Mind, Body, and Spirit in Recovery
Aug 13, 2024 · 4 min

Healing the Mind, Body, and Spirit in Recovery

The mind (thought), body (physical movement and sensation), and spirit (emotion and connection) are all separate but interconnected parts of a soul. When one part is broken and suffering, it takes a t…

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Understanding Addiction as a Spiritual Disease
Aug 12, 2024 · 5 min

Understanding Addiction as a Spiritual Disease

It is well known that alcohol and drug addictions commonly develop through a combination of mental, emotional, and behavioral health risks. What is often less known, however, are the spiritual risks t…

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7 Faith-Based Building Blocks to Support Long-Term Addiction Recovery
Aug 8, 2024 · 4 min

7 Faith-Based Building Blocks to Support Long-Term Addiction Recovery

Embarking on the journey to sobriety is a monumental decision, often filled with challenges and uncertainties. Yet, it is a path illuminated with hope, transformation, and the promise of a new beginni…

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Treatment Over Punishment: Why It's a Better Long-Term Approach to Addiction
Aug 6, 2024 · 4 min

Treatment Over Punishment: Why It's a Better Long-Term Approach to Addiction

The way society treats substance use disorder is often a divided, controversial topic. Being close-minded toward this issue usually results from a lack of education. Addiction is not a character flaw.…

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4 Strategies to Help One With Dependent Personality Disorder Maintain Independence in Recovery
Aug 6, 2024 · 5 min

4 Strategies to Help One With Dependent Personality Disorder Maintain Independence in Recovery

Living with dependent personality disorder (DPD) can be challenging to cope with. When a close loved one cannot assist, an individual may go into overdrive and panic for survival later. This can make…

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How Does Cocaine Abuse Affect the Brain and Body?
Aug 5, 2024 · 5 min

How Does Cocaine Abuse Affect the Brain and Body?

More recently, substances like opioids have been brought into the spotlight for not only their addictive potential but also the role they can play in increasing the risk of overdose and overdose death…

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Why Social Support Is Essential for Lasting Sobriety
Jul 25, 2024 · 4 min

Why Social Support Is Essential for Lasting Sobriety

Both early and late recovery can come with many different challenges. Although early recovery can be a vulnerable stage, boredom in late recovery can trigger cravings and a shift in one's mood. If an…

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Mantras to Get You Through Addiction Recovery
Jul 25, 2024 · 4 min

Mantras to Get You Through Addiction Recovery

A mantra is a phrase or acronym that reminds you of certain facts, feelings, or procedures that strengthen you. In the process of drug or alcohol recovery, there will be phrases that help you overcome…

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The Value of Participating in an All Women's Outpatient Recovery Program
Jul 23, 2024 · 4 min

The Value of Participating in an All Women's Outpatient Recovery Program

For some women, the transition into recovery can be a challenging process. Although treatment has been completed, it is common for some individuals to experience difficulty coping with their condition…

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The Blessings of Being Sober-Minded
Jul 23, 2024 · 5 min

The Blessings of Being Sober-Minded

The scriptures speak harshly of drunkenness, which could include using drugs, but it's not about God's judgment against you. You are not your addiction. You are not your mistakes. You are not your reg…

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Understanding Long Lasting Effects of Untreated Trauma
Jul 19, 2024 · 4 min

Understanding Long Lasting Effects of Untreated Trauma

Throughout life, many of us will experience a host of life-threatening events, from car accidents to the sudden loss of a loved one and more. Although many people will remain resilient in the face of…

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The 6 Most Addictive Drugs with the Hardest Recoveries
Jul 18, 2024 · 5 min

The 6 Most Addictive Drugs with the Hardest Recoveries

Life is full of potential addictions, particularly when it comes to substances. Here are six of the most addictive drugs on the market. We'll also explore what happens during withdrawal from these sub…

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