by Carley Smiddy | Sep 29, 2020 | Recovery, Relapse & Prevention
In recovery meetings, we often hear it said that “relapse is a part of recovery.” While this is true for some people, it doesn’t have to continue to be a part of your story forever. Once a person has relapsed several times, it can be hard not to give in to despair....
by Carley Smiddy | Sep 8, 2020 | Addiction Treatment & Recovery, Recovery
Family is one of the most sensitive subjects in recovery for a lot of people. Nobody else in the world has been by our side for our entire lives, and, for addicted people, this means they often bore the brunt of our drinking and using. Our families have stood by us,...
by Carley Smiddy | Sep 2, 2020 | Addiction Recovery, Recovery
What exactly is accountability? It’s a term we often hear thrown around when talking about recovery or while we’re at work. It’s a term associated with punishment for a lot of us, with being held responsible for the mistakes we make and the harm we cause – but...
by Carley Smiddy | Jul 11, 2020 | Addiction, Recovery
Shame is a major factor in addiction. It often plays a role in developing addiction in the first place. A large percentage of people with substance use disorders have had experiences they’re deeply ashamed of. These typically include physical, emotional, or sexual...
by Carley Smiddy | May 28, 2020 | Addiction, Recovery
Simply put, healthy boundaries means being willing to protect what matters to you while being willing to respect other people’s values and autonomy. Perhaps the most glaring characteristic of toxic and dysfunctional relationships is a lack of healthy boundaries. One...
by Carley Smiddy | May 20, 2020 | Addiction, Recovery
Addiction recovery is a long road and there are plenty of chances to make mistakes. There is a good chance you will make several of the following mistakes. Mistakes are inevitable in recovery; the important thing is whether you can learn from them and move on. The...
