Creating Healthy Boundaries vs. Being Selfish: 5 Ways to Know the Difference
Being selfish is one of the things we as addicts and alcoholics are best at. We like to think of ourselves in almost every aspect and justify it in any way we can. It can be positive or negative, and we can even convince ourselves we are being humble or helpful but in many . . . . Continue Reading
“Why don’t they like me?”- 7 Signs You’re a People Pleaser
The subject of being a ‘people pleaser’ is one that hits home for me. I never even considered myself a ‘people pleaser’ until I had actually been called out by another person in recovery who was identifying character defects we shared. At that moment I felt the urge to disagree, but just smiled . . . . Continue Reading
Snitches Get Stitches: Why you shouldn’t keep negative contracts
In treatment, I was rooming with a guy through detox and the inpatient residential program. He ended up getting together with another patient who worked up a plan to sneak drugs into the facility. I had no idea until it was too late, and that night a hand full of people were discharged for being . . . . Continue Reading
The 5 Most Important Things to Look For in a Sponsor
It is said that there is nothing that will ensure immunity from addiction more than intensive work with another addict or alcoholic. The ability for an individual to identify with our struggles, and relate their experience and recovery to our obstacles gives power to the concept of sponsorship. It is important to remember the primary . . . . Continue Reading
In the News: Toronto ‘Crack Mayor’ Rob Ford to Head to Rehab After New Video Surfaces
Toronto Crack Mayor Rob Ford is in the news again but, it’s not what you think. OK, it’s partially what you think. Yes, Ford was secretly taped – yet again – as he used illicit drugs but, this latest chapter in the scandal that is Rob Ford’s life is that the mayor has finally agreed . . . . Continue Reading
How You Think You Look When You’re Using vs. How You REALLY Look
As women, when we are drinking or getting high we seem to be a little bit delusional in what we think we look like. When I was in my active addiction, I thought I looked so good and had my s*** together all the time. That was definitely not the case. I’ve thought of how . . . . Continue Reading
Philip Seymour Hoffman’s Death Shows Us That Knowledge Means Nothing
With the recent passing of Philip Seymour Hoffman, it just goes to show all of us addicts that when it comes to being sober and in recovery – knowledge means nothing! As addicts and alcoholics, we are very intelligent people but that will only get us so far and sometimes can even be negative for . . . . Continue Reading
Drug Rehab for Women in Somerset County
If you are a woman who is struggling with addiction and looking for a help, drug rehab for women in Somerset County could be just the answer you’re looking for. They offer detoxification, treatment and aftercare to help you get started on your journey into recovery. Drug Rehab for Women in Somerset County: Detox Before . . . . Continue Reading
Drug Rehab for Women in Morris County
Being a woman struggling with addiction can be very difficult. If you are having an issue with substance abuse and don’t know what to do for help, drug rehab for women in Morris County could be just what you need. Drug Rehab for Women in Morris County: Withdrawal and Detoxing The first thing that happens . . . . Continue Reading
Drug Rehab for Women in New Jersey
Studies suggest that about forty percent of the country’s addicted individuals are women. What makes drug rehab for women in New Jersey a good choice? Going to a women’s-only treatment center in New Jersey is really great because they specialize in helping women with gender specific issues. Drug Rehab for Women in New Jersey: Addiction . . . . Continue Reading