How to Be an AA Sponsor: Living My Dream of Helping Others in Need
What’s Inside: Discover my personal journey of how to be an AA sponsor and the joy it brings. Learn what an AA sponsor is and the responsibilities that come with the role. Understand how to become an AA sponsor and what steps you can take to help others in their recovery. I never imagined I […]
How Do You Become a Drug Counselor? I’ll Tell You
What’s Inside: Learn about my personal journey and how I transitioned from addiction recovery to becoming a drug counselor. Understand the process of how to become a drug counselor, including the education and certification requirements. Discover the emotional rewards and challenges of being a drug counselor and the impact it can have on others. Years […]
How to Stay Sober on Halloween: What I Did
What’s Inside: Learn how I managed to stay sober during Halloween and still enjoyed the holiday. Discover practical tips for a sober Halloween that are easy to follow and adapt. Understand the importance of preparation and having a support system when planning how to stay sober on Halloween. Holidays can be tough for anyone […]
Learning to Love Myself Again After Recovery Guilt
What’s Inside: The challenges of dealing with guilt in recovery and how it impacted my self-esteem. Understanding the deep connection between recovery guilt and shame. The steps I took toward overcoming guilt in recovery. How I learned to love myself again by overcoming guilt and shame in recovery. When I first entered recovery, I was […]
How I Overcame Complacency in Recovery
What’s Inside: Recognizing signs of complacency in recovery and how they impacted my journey. My personal battle with complacency in addiction recovery and how it almost led me astray. The steps I took towards avoiding complacency in recovery and staying focused on my goals. Insights on how to stay vigilant and committed to long-term sobriety. […]
How I Survived the Horror of GHB and Alcohol Overdose
What’s Inside: Personal account of a GHB and alcohol overdose. Discussion on is GHB addictive. Description of the effects of GHB and alcohol. Warning against the dangers of GHB alcohol mix. Answering is GHB and alcohol safe. The night I mixed GHB and alcohol was one of the most terrifying experiences of my life. It […]
How I Balanced Old and New Friendships in Recovery
What’s Inside: Balancing old and new friendships is crucial for maintaining sobriety. Friendship in recovery involves nurturing supportive relationships. Celebrating Friendship Day can strengthen bonds. Learning how to make friends in recovery helps build a supportive network. Understanding how to be friends with a recovering addict fosters empathy and support. Knowing what to say to […]
Intensive Therapy for Addiction Saved My Life
What’s Inside: Personal reflection on overcoming addiction through intensive therapy. Insights into the components and effectiveness of an intensive therapy program. The transformative impact of intensive therapy sessions on my life. Battling addiction is often a solitary, harrowing experience, but discovering the right support can lead to profound personal transformation. For me, that support came […]
How I Found New Passions Through Anti-Boredom Month
What’s Inside: Embarking on Anti-Boredom Month to ignite personal development and joy. Experimenting with diverse activities that combat boredom and enrich recovery. Sharing insights and transformations experienced during National Anti-Boredom Month. Boredom can be a significant obstacle, particularly for those of us in recovery, where it might serve as a gateway back to old, destructive […]
How I Overcame Trauma with Brainspotting
What’s Inside: Personal journey through trauma recovery using brainspotting. Exploration of the therapy. Effectiveness of brainspotting. Addressing common questions. Discovering brainspotting was a pivotal moment in my journey toward healing from deep-seated trauma. This powerful form of therapy, although less known than traditional methods like cognitive behavioral therapy or EMDR, has profoundly impacted my life, […]