Hear how Affect member, Brian, overcame addiction to cocaine, heroin, and alcohol with the support of his counselor and group.
read moreCelebrate your independence from drugs and alcohol 5 tips to protect sobriety and ways to moderate drinking when you feel tempted or pressured at parties and gatherings The Fourth of July is a time for fun and celebration—but if you're on a recovery journey, it can also come with challenges. Social events, drinking, and party…
read moreHoliday time is often called “prime time” by the sober community. Starting with the Thanksgiving holiday and running through New Years, the season is full of both triggers and pressures to drink or use drugs. How can someone in recovery stay sober during the holidays? How can someone moderate their drinking if it’s becoming a…
read moreWith honors like Oscars, Grammys, and Emmy Awards, the spotlight shines on the remarkable achievements of entertainment’s finest. While winning an Emmy or another award is a prestigious accolade, there’s a different, profound type of triumph that deserves equal recognition—sobriety. Sober celebrities who are open about their recovery show everyone seeking freedom from alcohol and…
read moreCelebrate your independence from drugs and alcohol 5 tips to protect sobriety and ways to moderate drinking when you feel tempted or pressured at parties and gatherings The Fourth of July is a time for fun and celebration—but if you're on a recovery journey, it can also come with challenges. Social events, drinking, and party…
read more“Goofballing” is a slang term used to describe the dangerous practice of mixing opioids, such as heroin, with stimulants, such as methamphetamine or cocaine. This combination of depressants and stimulants can produce intense, unpredictable effects and significantly increases the risk of overdose and other serious health complications. The opposing actions of these substances on the…
read moreThe truth is, you’re risking your job if you don’t get help Did you know that people in recovery from addiction to drugs and alcohol who are not actively using are you may need to inform your employer to get the time off in some cases to use family and medical leave. A telehealth outpatient rehab program…
read moreHow to get ready for your quit date You’ve made the resolution and chosen a date to quit drinking and using drugs. A healthier, happier life that you control is in your future. The journey starts with believing in yourself and your power to change. You can do this. As you count down the days…
read moreFinding thanks for addiction in recoveryIf you go to an AA meeting, you’ll inevitably hear an old-timer introduce themselves as a “grateful recovering alcoholic.” How can someone be thankful that they’re an alcoholic and addict? It’s because they didn’t just achieve sobriety, they found recovery.People in recovery aren’t just grateful that they’ve stopped drinking and using,…
read moreBirthdays, anniversaries, holidays, and any special occasion where people gather and celebrate together can be mine fields for the person who is protecting their sobriety or trying to manage their consumption of alcohol. No matter where someone is in their recovery journey, the temptations and pressures are always there. There’s that dreaded awkward moment when…
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