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Breaking Through Barriers, One at a Time
When I was living in my addiction, the world around me was a dark place and I looked at other…
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What Are the 5 Most Important Things to Look for in Sober Living?
If you are familiar with the disease of addiction, it is safe to assume that you are aware of the…
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Surfing and Sobriety
As a kid I was always very active, I was always outside involved in some kind of sport with my…
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Out of Denial and Into Recovery
I feel immense gratitude to the New Life House community. I am Mom to one of the wonderful recovering young…
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The Proud Mom of an Addict
The day I realized that I was the mom of a drug addict I felt that my life would never…
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How Important is Sponsorship in Addiction Recovery?
While having a sponsor is considered a de facto requirement for staying sober by many that have some time in…
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Come All The Way In And Sit All The Way Down
When I first sat down to write this piece, I struggled with the direction I wanted to take. I thought…
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Are Prescription Painkillers Ok In Sobriety?
One of the most heavily abused types of drug is the prescription painkillers class. Comprised primarily of narcotic opioids, these…
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Growing As A Family In Recovery
One of the hardest things for me to do when I was coming close to the end of my using…
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How Does A Painkiller Prescription Turn Into A Street Drug Addiction?
While the conviction of Hsiu-Ying Tseng on murder charges is making headlines, the question of how a painkiller prescription makes the…
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Why Is Prescription Drug Abuse So Common On College Campuses?
While often prescribed for legitimate uses, there are an alarming number of college students engaging in prescription drug abuse. Why…
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How Do You Deal With Loss in Sobriety?
Once we enter recovery, we are able to more fully participate in life. Unfortunately, this can sometimes mean dealing with…
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