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

What You Can Expect From a Faith-Based Treatment Center for Addiction Recovery
Dec 12, 2023 · 4 min

What You Can Expect From a Faith-Based Treatment Center for Addiction Recovery

Addiction is a challenge millions of Americans face. We know addiction can feel lonely and seeking help can be intimidating. Every man deserves to recover and we want to help. Several methods have bee…

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5 Risk Factors for Alcoholism You Shouldn't Ignore
Dec 12, 2023 · 6 min

5 Risk Factors for Alcoholism You Shouldn't Ignore

Experts often say alcohol addiction is one of the great equalizers, alongside other diseases like cancer and heart disease. What they mean is that every human being is vulnerable to these ailments, re…

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Does Methamphetamine Cause Cardiovascular Disease and Heart Damage?
Dec 7, 2023 · 3 min

Does Methamphetamine Cause Cardiovascular Disease and Heart Damage?

Methamphetamine is an addictive monster that leads to various health risks. Among them is an increased risk for cardiovascular disease. Many experimenters don't take this into account when trying the…

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Overcoming Withdrawal Symptoms With Detox Treatment
Dec 6, 2023 · 4 min

Overcoming Withdrawal Symptoms With Detox Treatment

Substance use disorder (SUD) can be very difficult to overcome alone. This can be due to unwanted withdrawal symptoms. For some individuals, withdrawal symptoms can be extremely difficult to manage. T…

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The Importance of Setting Reasonable Goals in Addiction Recovery
Dec 5, 2023 · 4 min

The Importance of Setting Reasonable Goals in Addiction Recovery

Learning how to set goals in addiction recovery can be an important piece to your healing process. We know that, although challenging, seeking help for your addiction is brave. Additionally, we unders…

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Your Addiction Recovery Counselor: Connection, Collaboration, Confidence
Dec 5, 2023 · 5 min

Your Addiction Recovery Counselor: Connection, Collaboration, Confidence

You may not think a sports analogy applies when talking about substance abuse recovery, but it does. Behind every successful player stands a dedicated coaching staff: The people who thoroughly know yo…

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How Common is it to Relapse After Rehab?
Nov 28, 2023 · 4 min

How Common is it to Relapse After Rehab?

You may have a loved one who recently completed rehab and had a beautiful transformation. You are proud of their hard work and dedication but have some fear about a relapse. Knowledge is power, so kee…

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Why Movement and Exercise Is Beneficial for Sustaining Recovery
Nov 25, 2023 · 4 min

Why Movement and Exercise Is Beneficial for Sustaining Recovery

Most people have a basic understanding that movement and exercise are good for your health. Additionally, movement and exercise have proven benefits in improving mood. This can be incredibly helpful w…

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WWJD: What Would Jesus Do for Substance Abusers? (Part 2)
Nov 23, 2023 · 6 min

WWJD: What Would Jesus Do for Substance Abusers? (Part 2)

In our last blog, we talked about how Jesus would react if He knew everything that you have done in the throes of your addiction. If you somehow think that it's all too shocking for Him or that you're…

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How to Plan for a Sober Holiday Season
Nov 22, 2023 · 5 min

How to Plan for a Sober Holiday Season

Winter is around the corner. The leaves have changed and fallen, the plants have shriveled up, and one may soon be met with frigid air. Many individuals may have difficulty coping with seasonal depres…

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WWJD: What Would Jesus Do for Substance Abusers? (Part 1)
Nov 21, 2023 · 4 min

WWJD: What Would Jesus Do for Substance Abusers? (Part 1)

Ever feel like Jesus loves everyone but you? That He forgives all sins except the kind that you've committed? That's the Big Lie, brought to you by Satan himself.

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Managing Pre-Treatment Admission Anxiety
Nov 18, 2023 · 4 min

Managing Pre-Treatment Admission Anxiety

Whether you have left home for addiction treatment before or not, it is normal to feel pre-treatment admission anxiety. We understand that seeking help for addiction can feel like an intimidating adju…

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