The Differences Between Mentoring and Therapy
According to the latest statistics from SAMHSA, as of 2020, 58.7% of people ages 12 and up had reported using tobacco, alcohol, or an illicit drug within the last 30 days. While some of these individuals were casual use cases, many included those suffering from…
How to Develop Humility in Recovery
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 feeling sorry for ourselves, we should feel…
Why Living a Sober Lifestyle Isn’t Just About Abstaining from Substance Abuse
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 about living a healthier, happier, and more productive life. Abstinence vs. Sobriety: Two Very…
How to Stop Imposter Syndrome from Sabotaging Your Recovery
Imposter syndrome is one of the most damaging mental conditions to those in recovery. It can keep newcomers from reaching their full potential and make lifelong recovery seem out of reach. When we recognize this syndrome, we can take steps to help it become a…
How Mentoring Can Help After Sober Living
Mentoring is an important aspect of maintaining sobriety and ultimately achieving lasting recovery. However, mentoring frequently falls by the wayside, for a variety of reasons like misunderstanding the importance, or difficulties finding a trustworthy mentor. If you or a loved one is now in a…
5 Inevitable Situations that Occur When You’re Sober and How to Handle Them
Achieving sobriety is a fantastic achievement! However, one thing that many patients face is adapting their social life to reflect their new status. This can be stressful because it is very easy to slip back into old habits and not know what to do. These…
Meth Awareness Day: Everything You Need to Know About an Amphetamine Addiction
Methamphetamine (also known as crystal meth and crank) is a dangerous, addictive drug. Its use has become all too common in the United States. Unfortunately, many don’t know what it is and how it affects your health. Meth Awareness Day is important because it helps…
5 Holistic Ways to Manage Anxiety and Depression While in Recovery
Depression and anxiety are commonly comorbid with substance use disorders. Also, symptoms can linger as a result of post-acute withdrawal syndrome (PAWS). Finding holistic ways to manage anxiety and depression during recovery can make your transition to a sober lifestyle easier. Consider these self-care strategies…
Maybe Your Addiction Isn’t Due to Trauma
We’ve all probably heard that trauma can lead to addiction, and for some people, this is true. On the other hand, there are other factors that can increase the risk of developing an addiction, and trauma isn’t always the root cause. If you’re living with…
No, You Don’t Need Luxury Treatment Therapy. Here’s Why.
You can’t put a price on happiness. Recovery is designed to help you live your best life, and it should never be cost-prohibitive. That is why we caution against the impulse to dole out exorbitant amounts of cash in hopes of buying your way to…
Author – Chris Howard
Chris Howard is the Founder and Director of Ethos Recovery. He has a B.A. in Psychology from UCLA and has served as a community advocate/mentor for men and women in recovery since 2010.