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

Letting Go of Old Narratives About Who You Used to Be
Mar 11, 2026 · 5 min

Letting Go of Old Narratives About Who You Used to Be

Alumni know that the work doesn't stop after primary treatment. After you've done the work to get sober, the mental work begins. That means addressing thought patterns that hold you back from progress…

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Why Comparison Is Harmful to Recovery
Mar 9, 2026 · 5 min

Why Comparison Is Harmful to Recovery

In recovery, it can be tempting to look around the room and quietly measure yourself against the men sitting beside you. You might compare your drinking history, your consequences, your progress, or e…

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The Christian Perspective on Addiction and Recovery
Mar 3, 2026 · 5 min

The Christian Perspective on Addiction and Recovery

Addiction affects every part of a person's life. While modern medical research classifies addiction as a chronic disease, stigmas still suggest that those struggling with addiction lack willpower.

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Knowing the Difference Between Stability and Stagnation
Mar 2, 2026 · 4 min

Knowing the Difference Between Stability and Stagnation

In early recovery, everything feels new. You are building routines, repairing relationships, learning how to manage emotions without substances, and creating a life that supports sobriety. Growth can…

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Learning to Sit with Discomfort
Mar 1, 2026 · 5 min

Learning to Sit with Discomfort

Recovery asks you to face what you once worked hard to avoid. That can feel intimidating. Many people enter treatment believing the goal is to feel better as quickly as possible. In truth, recovery of…

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What to Know About Intensive Outpatient Programs in Utah
Feb 26, 2026 · 4 min

What to Know About Intensive Outpatient Programs in Utah

In an addiction recovery center, you achieve sobriety and learn to heal past trauma. Inpatient treatment separates you from the outside world. When you leave the safety net of rehab, however, you get…

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Could You Be at Risk for Delirium Tremens?
Feb 24, 2026 · 4 min

Could You Be at Risk for Delirium Tremens?

Delirium tremens (DTs) is a severe and potentially life-threatening condition you can face during alcohol withdrawal. It is a rare condition, but it occurs in those who have a history of chronic alcoh…

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How Childhood Experiences Shape Adult Coping Skills
Feb 22, 2026 · 5 min

How Childhood Experiences Shape Adult Coping Skills

Many adult reactions to stress, conflict, and emotion are shaped long before addiction ever begins. Coping skills often develop in childhood as ways to navigate family dynamics, emotional safety, and…

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Learning to Rest Without Guilt
Feb 20, 2026 · 5 min

Learning to Rest Without Guilt

For many men in recovery, slowing down can feel uncomfortable or even wrong. After years of chaos, self-destruction, or overcompensation through constant productivity, rest may feel undeserved or dang…

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Why You Feel Anxious After Drinking
Feb 19, 2026 · 4 min

Why You Feel Anxious After Drinking

When you feel anxiety after drinking, you might assume it's part of the hangover. You think all you need is to hydrate or eat a good meal, then the worry will fade. But you may notice the cycle of dri…

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How to Deepen Your Scripture Study in Addiction Recovery
Feb 17, 2026 · 4 min

How to Deepen Your Scripture Study in Addiction Recovery

Addiction recovery gives rise to internal battles. You face off against emotional pain and spiritual disconnection. You wrestle to regain your purpose. Scripture study may seem trivial amidst the stru…

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Shame and Guilt: How Each Affects Recovery
Feb 15, 2026 · 5 min

Shame and Guilt: How Each Affects Recovery

Shame and guilt are often confused, yet in recovery, they have very different effects. Many carry both emotions into sobriety without realizing how strongly they shape behavior, relationships, and rel…

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