Addiction is a war within ourselves—it’s a struggle for control and to manage our lives the way we know how to, which is with drugs and alcohol. Surrendering is a critical step to win this war. It
The non-religious population has increased over the years, including those in recovery. According to <a href="http://www.pewforum.org/2012/10/09/nones-on-the-rise/" id="">Pew Research</a>, over 13 mil
Regaining a social life and engaging in normal activities can be challenging in sobriety. “Regular” activities such as going out for dinner, going to a party, attending a concert, a wedding, datin
The Impact of MethMethamphetamine (AKA Meth) is an extremely addictive stimulant drug, often categorized with other “uppers” like amphetamine or cocaine. Meth has a unique effect on the brain and
The Opioid EpidemicOpioid overdose is the leading cause of death in the United States and has been recently classified as a nationwide epidemic. In 2014, the U.S. had 18,893 deaths from prescribed pai
Meditation in RecoveryAddicts in recovery often find themselves struggling to find an outlet for handling raw emotions and challenges of everyday life in early sobriety. Newcomers in sobriety often ex
When you are a child, you depend on your parents, guardians, and/or older siblings to pick you up when you fall down. It is healthy to trust your loved ones with your welfare, wellness, and well being
Early recovery is difficult for most people because you have to learn how to change people, places, and things. While there are many people in your life who can help to foster your recovery, there are
Addiction is a very serious problem and is a complicated disease to overcome. Even the most dedicated and well-intentioned patients can find it hard to stay sober – especially if they are in a
If your life has become alcohol-free, but you still live in a community or home where alcohol is consumed, you can<a href="https://ethosrecovery.com/5-proven-ways-to-maintain-willpower-when-craving/"
Similar to heart disease or diabetes, alcohol use disorder (AUD) is a <a href="https://pubs.niaaa.nih.gov/publications/aa60.htm#:~:text=Like%20diabetes%20and%20heart%20disease%2C%20alcoholism%20is%20c
Humility is a trait that most people value and admire. But how can we maintain it as we move through the recovery journey? As an addict, it's easy to get caught up in our own problems.Instead of feeli
