Ways You Can Help A Drug AddictAddiction Treatment, Drug Addiction, Family Resources, Personal Resources, Recovery, Rehabilitation, Relapse PreventionBy Promises AustinJuly 26, 2020Family and friends who try to help a drug addict get a lot of mixed messages: “You’re one of the single greatest influences in your loved one’s life.” “You didn’t cause it, you can’t cure it and you can’t control it.” The first statement and the “three Cs” of addiction recovery are often both true,…
Common Pitfalls in Recovery and How to Avoid ThemBipolar, Borderline Personality, Depression, Dual Diagnosis, Mental Health, Personal Resources, Recovery, Rehabilitation, Relapse Prevention, Staying Sober, TherapiesBy Promises AustinMay 1, 2020Recovery is a life-long journey. Anyone who has embraced lifelong sobriety will tell you that there are times where the road gets particularly rocky. Though you may go through periods of your life when you feel clear-headed and ready to take on the world, sometimes events in life can trigger temptations to return to drinking…
How to Build and Maintain a Solid Support System in RecoveryAddiction Treatment, Family Resources, Recovery, Rehabilitation, Relapse PreventionBy Promises AustinApril 30, 2020For anyone in recovery, one of the most important tools for continued success is a support system for recovery. This can consist of friends, family members, and ideally, other people who are also in recovery. During a patient’s time at a drug and alcohol treatment center, they may meet and develop close friendships with others…
Dating Under the InfluenceDrug Addiction InfoBy Promises AustinFebruary 25, 2016Most of us know “DUI” stands for “driving under the influence.” But the acronym has another meaning, one with consequences that rival the damage done when one gets behind the wheel impaired. Although dating under the influence doesn’t cause motor vehicle accidents, it certainly can run your personal life off the road. One study suggests…
How to Make a Plan for Life After RehabRecoveryBy Promises AustinJanuary 28, 2016Life after rehab is fraught with risk, but it can also be a joyful time of new beginnings. To avoid the negative outcomes, like relapsing, and to fully embrace your new life of sobriety, it’s important to make a plan. Perhaps the most dangerous way to approach recovery is to wing it. With a formal…
The Link Between Substance Abuse and a Bad DietPersonal ResourcesBy Promises AustinDecember 31, 2015An unhealthy diet or substance abuse problem can quickly derail one’s well-being. But few people understand the relationship between the two. To gain some insight into how a bad diet and substance abuse relate to each other, I spoke with Keith Kantor, PhD, and expert in nutritional science and naturopathic medicine. Dr. Kantor, who frequently…
4 Reasons to Change Your SponsorRecoveryBy Promises AustinDecember 11, 2015One of the first things you have to do when you are newly sober is to choose a sponsor. A sponsor is often your closest friend or mentor in Alcoholics Anonymous or Narcotics Anonymous. He or she is the person you are most likely to turn to in order to ask questions or share your…
How to Drop the Curtain on Drama in Your LifePersonal ResourcesBy Promises AustinSeptember 18, 2015“When you are not honoring the present moment by allowing it to be, you are creating drama.” — Eckhart Tolle Chaos and drama: Some people thrive on them, seemingly on a mission to find ways to stir them up lest life become boring. Drama shows up in many situations. It can appear as a couple…
10 Ways Sleep Helps Speed RecoveryRecoveryBy Promises AustinAugust 14, 2015Getting a good night’s sleep is always a recommended way to awake refreshed and renewed. It’s even more important when you’re in recovery.
Hobbies Can Help You Stay on Track in RecoveryRecoveryBy Promises AustinAugust 12, 2015Drinking heavily or using drugs takes a lot of time and energy. Once you’re in recovery, you’ll likely have a big void in your life. Finding positive activities to fill the empty hours is key to not only a successful recovery, but also a healthier, happier life. Hobbies — from rock climbing to antique collecting…
