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Why Is Family Involvement Important?
"Family is everything." This is a phrase you may hear often. The truth is, family – whether biological or chosen – really is crucial to a successful and fulfilling life. If you are battling addiction,…
Why You Should Celebrate Eat More Fruits and Vegetables Day
Our bodies need fruits and vegetables to thrive. Luckily, you can meet the recommended daily intake of fruits and vegetables without trying very hard. All you need to do is plan a little and make some…
High-Functioning Alcoholism: 5 Ways to Tell if Your Partner Is Too Close to the Edge
He has a few beers with friends after work to blow off steam, but he rarely, if ever, gets completely drunk. She holds down a good job, and her boss loves her at work. They aren't having any issues st…
Warmer Weather: The Benefits of Getting Outdoors
Weather and seasons can have a huge impact on your mood and mental health. If it is chilly and rainy out, you are far less likely to feel motivated to tackle your lengthy to-do list for the day. Lucki…
Why Is National Day of Prayer Important?
What does prayer mean to you? Whether prayer is an act of religiosity or a way to connect with your spiritual self, prayer plays a significant role in your life. You can begin a healthy habit when cel…
Get Moving: The Importance of Physical Activity
Getting and staying active can make a huge difference in your overall health. Studies suggest that those with a more active lifestyle live longer, happier lives as a result. Physical activity can bene…
Why Alumni Groups Work
You know the feeling you have when you're with your friends? Knowing you're a part of something, sharing your thoughts, and having shared experiences? That's what being in a substance addiction alumni…
Creating Daily Intentions: How Having a Daily Goal Can Help You in Recovery
As adults, many of us function by writing to-do lists. We work our way down the list for the day, week, or month by crossing out tasks as they are completed. However, at times, too many tasks can beco…
Recognizing Your Uniqueness in Substance Addiction Recovery
Imagine the world if everyone was the same. The idea that no one is different from another seems outlandish. What would happen to the artists, athletes, academics, or skilled tradespeople? The thought…
Suffering Is Not Forever
Suffering is an unfortunate but unavoidable part of life. Navigating difficult times can be burdensome and may have you feeling as if there is no light at the end of a seemingly endless tunnel. Howeve…
What Is the Power of Music?
Take a moment and turn off whatever you're listening to right now. Imagine living in a world where there's no music. Musicians are unheard of, and so are musical instruments. A world without music is…
Free Will and the Science of Addiction
Ask almost any doctor, psychiatrist, or drug rehab counselor how they would classify addiction, and they most likely will say it's a disease. And they would be correct. The American Society of Addicti…
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