by Keenen Diamond | Dec 30, 2021 | Life in Recovery, Addiction Treatment, Recovery, Sobriety
For people in recovery from addiction, fighting against urges can feel like a full-time job. When a holiday like New Year’s Eve, one of alcohol’s favorite celebrations, comes along, the job gets even harder. The reality is that New Year’s Eve comes every year...
by Keenen Diamond | Dec 24, 2021 | Sobriety, Addiction Treatment, Life in Recovery, Recovery
For many people struggling with addiction or substance abuse disorder, the holidays are a difficult time. Alcohol has become almost synonymous with Christmas for some, and sobriety during holiday events can feel like a chore. However, living a sober lifestyle does not...
by Keenen Diamond | Jul 1, 2021 | Addiction Treatment, Alcoholism, Drug Abuse, Health and Wellness, Life in Recovery, Relapse and Recovery
For those dedicated to sobriety, some days or weekends can be challenging. With the Fourth of July approaching, those in recovery may find themselves in a difficult situation since outdoor festivities and celebrations largely partake in alcohol consumption on...
by Keenen Diamond | Mar 17, 2021 | Life in Recovery, Addiction Treatment, Alcoholism, Drug Abuse, Recovery, Relapse and Recovery, Sobriety
What would a sober St. Patrick’s Day mean to you? Any sober holiday is a big deal for men and women battling addiction. It means finding joy in that holiday but not having to turn to alcohol or drugs to do so. That may be what you used to do, but today, you have a new...
by Keenen Diamond | Jan 2, 2019 | Drug Abuse, Sobriety
Holidays can be very stressful. Some people drink alcohol throughout the holiday season to cope with stress, loneliness, or depression. While many families get together during the holidays, many people do not have family members who live nearby or have a difficult...
