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
Many addicts have heard that living a sober lifestyle means abstinence from alcohol and drugs. While this is true, living a sober lifestyle isn't simply about abstaining from substance abuse. It's abo
Many rehabs and <a href="https://ethosrecovery.com/no-you-dont-need-luxury-treatment-therapy-heres-why/" id="">treatment centers offer "luxury" amenities</a> such as extravagant pools, oceanside or mo
Youth is a time of exploration. Many younger individuals travel abroad and connect with others in their fields of interest, but the pandemic put a halt to the traditional ways in which we gather and m
Recovery is not an overnight process, nor should it be. You can't just snap your fingers and become sober unless you want your success to be similarly short-lived. Great achievements take time, but he
Someone experiencing substance abuse often doesn’t realize they have an addiction or how impactful the effects are on themselves and their friends and family. In fact, of the nearly 21 million
In the United States, 60.1% of individuals ages 12 and older use at least one substance (like tobacco, alcohol, or an illicit drug), according to the latest <a href="https://www.samhsa.gov/data/sites/
