An Interview with Michele Jackson, Director of Alumni Services Staff StoriesBy Promises AustinJuly 27, 2012When clients come to Promises and meet Michele Jackson, they find a partner in recovery for life. On any given day, Michele can be found making follow-up calls to alumni, checking in on how they’re doing and offering help as needed, and coordinating in-state and out-of-state alumni meetings, events and reunions. In all of her…
Success Story – Promises Austin Saved My Life. TestimonialsBy Promises AustinJuly 26, 2012The following story comes directly from a person in recovery and a Promises Austin alumna. For her privacy, we have removed all references to her name. However, we hope that this story will inspire others who are addicted and their loved ones to seek out recovery programs like Promises Austin to learn how to live…
The Necessity of Aftercare RecoveryBy Promises AustinJuly 25, 2012Seeking treatment for your addiction is one of the best things you can do. You will receive excellent advice and support as you work to overcome your addiction and move on to a healthier future. When you leave your initial treatment, whether residential or outpatient, you will need an aftercare plan. They are imperative to…
Battling the Frustration of Addiction Drug Addiction InfoBy Promises AustinJuly 23, 2012As human beings we experience a wealth of emotions from love and hate to despair and elation. It is one of the many things that make us human. Of course, while some emotions are great and wonderful and embraced, others are no fun at all. One of the most frustrating emotions we all have to…
How to Find Strength – When You Don’t Think You Have Any Personal ResourcesBy Promises AustinJuly 18, 2012When you’re in recovery, you hear a lot of talk about remaining strong and how being strong will help you maintain your sobriety. There’s only one problem with that. What if you don’t think you have any strength to begin with? How do you find strength when you don’t believe any exists? Before you go…
How to Know when Alcohol is Interfering with your Life Alcohol AbuseBy Promises AustinJuly 12, 2012Alcoholism is a serious disease. It affects all aspects of your life and can cause very severe consequences to your health, relationships, finances, and more. Before you get to the point of being an alcoholic, take a good look at yourself and try to determine if alcohol is really a problem in your life. If…
Important Characteristics of Sobriety: Having Fun Staying SoberBy Promises AustinJuly 12, 2012Fifth in a Series: Having Fun in Sobriety We often focus on the problem of addiction more than the results of a successful recovery. True sobriety is a wonderful transformation that showcases the beauty of humanity. However, the challenge of achieving long-term sobriety can seem unattainable to those who suffer from addiction. Addiction is a…
Doc Talk – Dr Powers on Promises Austin Staff StoriesBy Promises AustinJuly 11, 2012By Dr. Jason Powers Chief Medical Officer, Right Step, Promises Austin, and San Cristobal Among the first doctors certified by the American Board of Addiction Medicine (ABAM). H Magazine Texas’ “Top Doc” in Addiction Medicine, 2007-2009. 2008 winner of Sierra Tucson’s Gratitude for Giving, Compassion Award. Dr. Powers, Right Step Chief Medical Officer, has worked…
Avoiding the Weekend Relapse Relapse PreventionBy Promises AustinJuly 8, 2012Preventing a relapse is a continual process; what may work for one person may not work for another. But, as any individual working their way through recovery can attest, weekends and holidays can be very difficult. You know the importance of maintaining a schedule and the work week helps you accomplish that. But when the…
Important Characteristics of Sobriety: Forgiveness Staying SoberBy Promises AustinJuly 6, 2012Fourth in a Series: Forgiveness We often focus on the problem of addiction more than the results of a successful recovery. True sobriety is a wonderful transformation that showcases the beauty of humanity. However, the challenge of achieving long-term sobriety can seem unattainable to those who suffer from addiction. Addiction is a masterful enemy; one…
