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Social media is an undeniably powerful force of our modern culture. From geopolitical governance to trending makeup tutorials, social media has been proven able to shape, shift, and shake our collective consciousness. When it comes to recovery-oriented or sober lifestyles, social media has increasingly become a beacon for many–both for “sober curious” individuals and those […]

Where to Go After Rehab Finishing a rehab program can come with lots of different feelings—excitement, fear, anxiety, and more. Yes, individuals get to apply all the skills they’ve developed in treatment to real-world situations. However, leaving the structure of formal treatment and entering the unpredictability of real life can be unnerving, too. Healthcare professionals […]

When you’re in recovery, the people you live with can have a big effect on your well-being—and vice-versa. For you both to succeed, it’s important to think about how you can help each other. It’s particularly important to find clean and sober roommates with a similar desire to improve their lives. To maximize your recovery, […]

For those who’ve completed treatment, the challenge of sober living looms. Should you return home? Is your old house a healthy, sober environment? The lack of a safe, secure environment can derail a person’s sobriety, no matter how motivated they are. Sober living homes and halfway houses are drug- and alcohol-free living environments for people […]

Looking for ways to strengthen your recovery in 2021? The start of a new year is the perfect time to rededicate yourself to sobriety by setting specific goals for the 12 months ahead. Nothing overwhelming, nothing unrealistic – just simple, attainable resolutions to help you reinforce your commitment to staying sober one day at a […]

For most people in early recovery, learning how to navigate daily stressors without relying on alcohol or drugs is the ultimate test. Without substances as a vice, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the smallest of life’s challenges. Fortunately, there are tools you can use to help minimize this discomfort and manage your emotions, including […]

It’s January, and each year, millions of us commit to better ourselves. We embark into the new year with optimism and resolve. Dedicated to our cause and confident in our strength of will, we step into new frontiers of personal growth with graceful sure-footedness. Whether it’s changing unhealthy habits or establishing positive routines, our New […]

To bridge this gap between the end of formal treatment and long-term recovery, sober living houses (SLH) offer drug- and alcohol-free homes that act as stable housing and a supportive community. SLHs are not funded nor licensed by the government, and because they do not offer formal or clinical substance abuse treatment, they are not […]

Sober living homes can provide a supportive network for those not quite ready to face the stress of everyday life and people who can use more time honing the coping mechanisms, communication, and self-reliance skills taught in rehab. As the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) reports, the length of time a person spends in […]

What is a Sober Living Home? Sober living homes, sometimes referred to as transitional living arrangements, halfway houses, or recovery residences, can be a step down from formal substance use treatment programs. These homes can offer an in-between option for individuals after they complete a treatment program and before they return to their homes and […]