There Are Many Pathways to Recovery
The first time I tried to get sober, I followed two friends into recovery and did exactly what they did. It lasted about two months—which was a lifetime of sobriety for me then, but a lot shorter than I meant to make it. When I got sober this time, nearly eight years ago and six […]
Staying Connected to Your Recovery Program
Getting sober is a huge deal, especially in the beginning. Often for the first weeks, months, and even years, sobriety is at the forefront of our minds. However, life goes on and we can become distracted. Recovery is always important though, even if you’ve been in it for a long time. You don’t have to […]
There Are Many Pathways to Recovery
The first time I tried to get sober, I followed two friends into recovery and did exactly what they did. It lasted about two months—which was a lifetime of sobriety for me then, but a lot shorter than I meant to make it. When I got sober this time, six years ago and six years […]
Recovery is Unique to Each Person
One of the reasons people in recovery are encouraged to participate in support groups and sober communities is to find people who can relate. I share a lot of common experiences with my other sober friends. We even struggle with a lot of the same things. Still, we each go about recovery differently. Why Should […]