by Carley Smiddy | Jun 11, 2020 | 12 Step Program, Addiction
We’ve come a long way in our understanding of addiction. Whereas it used to be thought of as a sin or a sign of poor character, most people now know that addiction is a disease. This is largely thanks to the popularity of AA and other 12-Step programs as well as more...
by Carley Smiddy | Mar 19, 2020 | 12 Step Program, Recovery
Self-care is one of the most important aspects of addiction recovery. It includes things like eating well, exercising, getting enough sleep, taking time to relax, staying connected to supportive people, and pretty much any regular activity that helps you thrive in the...
by Carley Smiddy | Mar 17, 2020 | 12 Step Program, Recovery
Conflict is an inevitable part of life. There’s nothing inherently wrong with people wanting different things but not knowing how to resolve conflict effectively can lead to stress, arguments, and strained relationships. If you’re recovering from a substance use...
by Carley Smiddy | Feb 6, 2020 | 12 Step Program, Addiction Treatment & Recovery
Staying positive when recovering from addiction is crucial. Recovery is challenging on many fronts and having a positive attitude is a huge asset for persevering in the face of difficulties. In fact, negativity is often an early warning sign, indicating that your...
by Carley Smiddy | Oct 21, 2019 | 12 Step Program, Addiction Treatment & Recovery
Alcoholics Anonymous has been around for more than 80 years now. In the time since it began, AA and many other groups based on the 12 steps have helped millions of people recover from drug and alcohol use disorders. Twelve-step groups have many attributes that make...
by Carley Smiddy | Oct 16, 2019 | 12 Step Program, Addiction Recovery
No one is able to have a positive attitude all the time. Everyone has ups and downs and it’s only normal to feel bad sometimes. However, it’s also important to avoid being swamped by negative emotions. Cynicism, pessimism, and general negativity can be a sign that...
