Staying Sober Through the Coronavirus and Trying Times I’ve spent a lot of time this week thinking about how the Coronavirus (COVID-19) impacts people in recovery. Obviously, the public at large is worried right now. But, those of us who are either newly sober who
Attending AA Meetings While Practicing Social Distancing As we all follow social distancing guidelines, we still have to attend AA and NA meetings and maintain the crucial connection that comes from one addict talking to another. There has never been a time in the history
Staying Sober Through COVID-19 If you’re actively using, now is the time to seek help. The COVID-19 pandemic has created challenges for addicts both in and out of recovery. For those of us in recovery, we have much to be grateful for. It is FAR
What If You Need Medication While in Recovery? Sometimes, narcotics are prescribed as medicine. So, should we take them or not? This topic isn’t often discussed, but having a plan in place is crucial to our continued sobriety. My sponsor has always told me that
Understanding Triggers that Jeopardize Sobriety I’ve been sober a long time, and I’m still amazed at the mystery and power of triggers that send my mind reeling in an instant. Triggers are anything that remind you of using or drinking. Triggers jeopardize sobriety. In my
How to Find an AA Sponsor & Why AA Sponsorship Works A Personal Story about the Miracle of Sponsorship Before I tell you what you need to know about sponsorship, I want to inspire you to get a sponsor by telling you ONE story of
Step Three of Alcoholics Anonymous – Turning Your Will Over Step three in Alcoholics Anonymous is, “Made a decision to turn our will and our lives over the care of God as we understood Him.” Usually, our sponsors ask us to recite the third-step prayer
Staying Sober Through the Holidays – First Year of Sobriety Those new to sobriety may not have faced a sober holiday in years. It is not uncommon for people in their first year of sobriety to feel anxious during the holiday season. It takes time
Addiction and Malnourishment How Addiction Impacts Your Health Addicts generally suffer from poor health and or a lack of nourishment. While an alcoholic may drink so much that their stomach feels too full to eat, a drug addict is more interested in getting their next
For family members who may be predisposed to addiction and substance abuse, family therapy is critical. Addiction is a family disease.
