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

The Power of Women's Support Groups After Rehab
Apr 21, 2026 · 4 min

The Power of Women's Support Groups After Rehab

You've successfully confronted your addiction and made it through your substance abuse treatment program. But what happens now? Does this mean your addiction is gone forever?

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The Impact of Parental Wounds on Addiction
Apr 16, 2026 · 5 min

The Impact of Parental Wounds on Addiction

Your earliest relationships help shape how you see yourself and the world around you. For many people, parents or caregivers are the first source of emotional safety, guidance, and support. However, n…

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What to Do When God Feels Silent in Addiction Recovery
Apr 16, 2026 · 4 min

What to Do When God Feels Silent in Addiction Recovery

When you stop numbing your emotions with substances, you may become more aware of your need for spiritual connection. Yet what happens when you seek God but can't find him or answers to your questions…

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How Unresolved Grief Can Lead to Relapse
Apr 11, 2026 · 5 min

How Unresolved Grief Can Lead to Relapse

Grief is one of the most powerful emotional experiences a person can face. While loss is a natural part of life, many people struggle to fully process the emotions that come with it. For men in recove…

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What Is Functional Addiction?
Apr 9, 2026 · 4 min

What Is Functional Addiction?

When people imagine addiction, they often picture someone whose life has completely fallen apart. They may think of someone who cannot hold a job, maintain relationships, or manage basic responsibilit…

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How to Navigate Emotional Changes in Addiction Recovery
Apr 7, 2026 · 4 min

How to Navigate Emotional Changes in Addiction Recovery

What comes to mind when you think of addiction recovery? Detox? Hiding the beer cans and pill bottles?

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Dating in Early Sobriety: What to Consider
Apr 2, 2026 · 5 min

Dating in Early Sobriety: What to Consider

Beginning a new relationship can feel exciting and hopeful. Dating offers opportunities to connect with others, share experiences, and build meaningful companionship. However, for someone in recovery,…

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Competition, Ego, and Recovery in Group Settings
Apr 1, 2026 · 5 min

Competition, Ego, and Recovery in Group Settings

Group therapy is a common and effective modality that allows you to share your experience with others who understand what you've gone through. It allows you the opportunity to hear others' perspective…

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Men's Silent Struggle With Mental Health
Mar 26, 2026 · 5 min

Men's Silent Struggle With Mental Health

Mental health challenges affect men in profound ways, yet they often go unnoticed and unspoken. Cultural expectations make it difficult for men to recognize when they are struggling or to feel safe as…

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How to Build a Relapse-Resistant Routine
Mar 24, 2026 · 5 min

How to Build a Relapse-Resistant Routine

Motivation can feel powerful in early recovery. You may leave treatment determined to stay sober, rebuild relationships, and create a different future. Yet motivation naturally rises and falls. Stress…

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Why Do Men Face Higher Risks of Substance Abuse?
Mar 24, 2026 · 4 min

Why Do Men Face Higher Risks of Substance Abuse?

Substance abuse affects people of all backgrounds, yet men consistently face higher risks of developing addictive relationships with alcohol and drugs. We have seen this trend play out at our Utah and…

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Handling the Responsibility of Sponsorship
Mar 22, 2026 · 5 min

Handling the Responsibility of Sponsorship

At some point in long-term recovery, you may be asked to sponsor someone working the program. It can feel like an honor and a weight at the same time. Sponsorshipisn't a promotion or a badge of spirit…

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