They show up on time, meet deadlines, and exceed expectations. To the outside world, they look like they have it all figured out. But beneath the surface, many people are barely holding it together. This is the reality of high-functioning anxiety, where relentless...
Recovery is no longer a solo climb up a mountain of personal struggle, but a circle of stories, support, and solidarity. Whether someone is healing from trauma, navigating mental illness, or stepping away from addiction, peer support has emerged to become one of the...
Achieving sobriety is a huge accomplishment, but recovery doesn’t stop after a successful detox. Aftercare is ongoing treatment provided to people in recovery after initially becoming sober and can take the form of inpatient or outpatient services. The most common...
Practicing mindfulness can make all the difference when embarking on your journey to recovery and mental wellness. By focusing your emotions and thoughts on the present, negative behaviors and responses can be left in the past as you continue on in your path toward...
When you’re newly sober, you might be uncomfortable with the emotions that arise after being buried for so long. Now that you’re not using drugs or alcohol to cope, what can you do with all those feelings? Keep reading to learn healthy ways to handle various emotions...
Early recovery is a time of immense change. You’re managing cravings and rediscovering yourself without substances. Social interactions, once a central part of your life, can now feel like a minefield. You might long for the connection and support of friends...
