Why sobriety sometimes leads to new compulsions Getting sober is a major accomplishment. It takes effort, discomfort, honesty and courage. But many people who achieve [...]

Returning to work while in recovery is entirely possible. Many people rebuild their lives, support their families, and continue their careers while staying committed to [...]

The holidays are a time of joy, connection, and celebration—but for people in recovery, they can also bring unexpected challenges. Family gatherings, festive drinks, and [...]

Natural Highs: How to Boost Your Mood Without Substances Human beings are wired to seek pleasure. A perfectly seasoned meal, a deep belly laugh with [...]

In recent years, holistic therapies have gained recognition for their ability to complement traditional mental health and substance use treatment. One such approach—aromatherapy—offers powerful emotional [...]

What you eat doesn’t just fuel your body—it also affects your brain and mental well-being. While therapy, medication, and self-care are crucial for managing anxiety [...]

Addiction is a complex and deeply personal struggle that has been depicted in many films over the years. While some movies romanticize or sensationalize substance [...]

Maintaining sobriety is a journey filled with challenges, but each milestone—whether it’s 30, 60 or 90 days—offers significant physical, mental and emotional benefits. At High [...]

Recovery from addiction is an ongoing process with no set timeline, full of challenges and setbacks. To maintain sobriety and achieve long-term success, individuals in [...]

In recovery, setting goals provides direction, motivation and a sense of accomplishment as you progress. By setting Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant and Time-bound (SMART) goals, [...]

Recovery requires addressing the mental, physical, emotional and spiritual consequences of addiction. Substance use affects relationships and all other areas of life. As a result, [...]

Goal setting is one of the most powerful practices we, as people, can implement in our lives. Goal setting in recovery takes that practice to [...]

New Year’s Eve is one of the biggest party nights of the year, there’s no doubt about it. The sentiments around this holiday are all [...]

The holidays can be a challenging time for people in substance abuse recovery, for a number of reasons, and not just because of the possibility [...]

The holidays are a time for celebrating, spending time with family and taking part in traditions. For someone recovering from substance abuse, the amount of [...]

The concept of kindness isn’t one many are unfamiliar with; for the most part, we grow up hearing the phrase, “Treat people with kindness” and [...]