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

Is Sober Living Right For You?
Aug 6, 2021 · 7 min

Is Sober Living Right For You?

Completing treatment is a significant step in the recovery journey. Now that you've been through detox and residential treatment, you may not be sure you can just go home and make a new life for yours…

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12-Steps: Also for Family Members
Aug 4, 2021 · 4 min

12-Steps: Also for Family Members

When your loved one is entering treatment, you possibly wonder about your own healing. Recovery is not just about your loved one with addiction but also about healing your relationship with them and f…

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What Does It Mean to Be In the Band of Brothers?
Aug 3, 2021 · 6 min

What Does It Mean to Be In the Band of Brothers?

You have to maintain your self-esteem during sobriety. This means being around people who encourage you. Outdated forms of masculinity are harmful. We all know the guy who doesn't know when to stop "j…

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How to Stay Sober This Summer
Aug 1, 2021 · 4 min

How to Stay Sober This Summer

Summer can bring its own challenges for staying sober. As more people are getting vaccinated for COVID-19, summer activities are in full swing. However, outdoor activities generally involve alcohol an…

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2 Things to Remember When Recovery Feels Like It'll Never End
Jul 31, 2021 · 5 min

2 Things to Remember When Recovery Feels Like It'll Never End

We know the sayings, the tales, the Proverbs — slow and steady wins the race, the turtle always beats the hare, and you must be slow to speak and slow to wrath but quick to listen. We know these avenu…

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How can a functioning alcoholic who doesn't have time to check himself into rehab get help?
Jul 29, 2021 · 7 min

How can a functioning alcoholic who doesn't have time to check himself into rehab get help?

You recognize you have a problem with alcohol, but right now it's not affecting your performance at work or your life at home. What are your options? You'd be surprised to find that with the involveme…

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A Different Take On Your Treatment Center
Jul 27, 2021 · 5 min

A Different Take On Your Treatment Center

Let's be honest, while enrolling in a treatment plan and plugging into a treatment center are such huge victories on the path of healing, they can often seem like giant failures, too. It's ironic for…

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3 Benefits of Time Management During Recovery
Jul 25, 2021 · 4 min

3 Benefits of Time Management During Recovery

Time management is quite the rage for college students, parents on the go, and anyone juggling more than one job. It's the buzzword that everyone likes; everyone deems productive, yet, few people appl…

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The Unexpected Benefits of Nature
Jul 23, 2021 · 6 min

The Unexpected Benefits of Nature

July is National Park Month, which gives us the open space to celebrate nature with family and friends. Sure, in some outdoor places, July is like a sauna, while in other spots, you might catch some s…

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5 Ways to Deal With Anxiety During Recovery
Jul 22, 2021 · 4 min

5 Ways to Deal With Anxiety During Recovery

You're used to that feeling – your chest tightens, you're having trouble breathing, and you feel trapped and scared. In the past, it was a drink or a hit that provided a temporary escape from your anx…

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Turning to Prayer After a Relapse
Jul 21, 2021 · 5 min

Turning to Prayer After a Relapse

Prayer feels hard to navigate, not only for beginning believers but for those of us who know we've messed up. True, we've heard lots of talk about grace and forgiveness, but that all sounds fine and w…

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Knowing How to Rest, Even in Recovery
Jul 19, 2021 · 4 min

Knowing How to Rest, Even in Recovery

Rest more often gets perceived as a luxury or goal that is appreciated every once in a while. However, finding time during the day to relax should be made a necessity in both life and recovery. It is…

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