Recovering from alcohol addiction is not about just one thing. If only we could say, do this, and you’ll be fine. It’s not quite that simple, but the good news is that there are very specific and helpful lifestyle changes that can support you on your path to sobriety. The first important step is to…
Entering rehab can be a little scary, but it can also be scary to leave it once you have done all the hard work to begin your recovery journey. Now that you’ve made it through rehab, what’s next? There are life skills and specific strategies that can help you stay sober after rehab. A high-quality…
Addiction recovery does not end when you leave rehab. It is a lifelong journey. Traveling the path is rewarding and worth the effort. It also has some steep climbs and a few potholes along the way. During the first year of sobriety, it is especially important to have the support of trusted advisors and friends…
If you or someone you love is struggling with addiction, there are numerous options and therapeutic models for rehab—residential, outpatient, 12-step, group therapy, CBT, mindfulness, and many more. But detoxifying the body of all traces of the addictive substance, whether it’s alcohol, prescription drugs, heroin, meth, or anything else, will begin the moment you decide…
Since 1935, Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) has helped thousands of those struggling with alcohol addiction achieve and maintain sobriety. Based on the 12 steps, the importance of anonymity, and surrender to a higher power, AA can be a vital pillar in your recovery journey. At Serenity Light Recovery, we offer access to 12-step programs and encourage…
April is Alcohol Awareness Month. Why do we need to set aside a whole month? Because without awareness of the toll that alcoholism takes on our population, we cannot create meaningful change, break the stigma, and get the people the care and support they need. Alcohol is the most commonly abused addictive substance in the…
Drug addiction creates complications in many facets of life. Even things that seemed simple before, such as sticking to a schedule or preparing meals, can be difficult during active addiction. Life skills that many take for granted are lost as the drugs take over thoughts and behaviors. That is why one of the key components…
It can be easy to think of alcohol abuse as something that only young people struggle with. College students might binge drink at parties and young adults can overindulge on the weekends. However, older people can face challenges with alcohol abuse and addiction as well. If you or a loved one is struggling with alcoholism,…
Sobriety is a hard-won battle. Holidays can be some of the most difficult times to maintain sobriety, especially when it’s one that has memories of alcohol consumption. A sober St. Patrick’s Day is an option. It may take a bit more planning and breaking with tradition. It may also take being surrounded by people who…
As most people with even a basic understanding of addiction and the recovery process will tell you, a successful recovery is a lifetime commitment. Those of us who are susceptible to addictive behavior are that way because of inborn qualities, conditions, and habits of thinking. An alcoholic, for example, will often have a metabolic condition…