Notice Drug Relapse Warning Signs Recovery, Sober LivingBy Beaches RecoveryNovember 4, 2018Leave a commentIt takes a lot of hard work to get through addiction treatment on the way to a lasting recovery. Unfortunately, recovery is not something that exists in a vacuum. It requires diligence on the part of those recovering over their lifetime. Why do so many people relapse at least once? The answer to this question…
Fun Non Alcoholic Halloween Drinks Recovery, Sober LivingBy Beaches RecoveryOctober 28, 2018Leave a commentHalloween usually invokes scary thoughts of demons, goblins, and haunted houses. However, a recovering alcoholic’s biggest fear might be a relapse. After all, October 31st is often celebrated under the influence at wild costume parties. Nonetheless, getting sober doesn’t have to cancel the Halloween fun. There’re plenty of ways to have a blast without booze,…
Explanation of Physical vs. Emotional Sobriety Recovery, Sober LivingBy Beaches RecoveryOctober 20, 2018Leave a commentAlthough addiction can be treated successfully, going to rehab to get sober isn’t a miracle solution. Treatment involves managing the disorder to avoid engaging in substance abuse behaviors. While you can undoubtedly detox to eliminate the chemicals from your body and reestablish balance after being physically addicted to a substance, emotional sobriety is a little…
Ideas for Maintaining Sobriety Addiction, Sober LivingBy Beaches RecoverySeptember 29, 2018Leave a commentAdmittedly, it feels good to walk out of rehab with the “monkey off your back.” Still, you have to realize your recovery is in its infancy. The battle for sobriety lasts for as long as you live. Why? There is no cure for addiction. However, you can arrest it and lay it to sleep forever.…
Recognizing Recovery Relapse Triggers Addiction, Recovery, Sober LivingBy Beaches RecoverySeptember 26, 2018Leave a commentAddiction is a chronic disease. Therefore, it doesn’t have a cure. Although it responds well to treatment, there’s the possibility of a relapse. Do you know how to recognize and diffuse your relapse triggers? Understanding What a Relapse Is and Isn’t A relapse in addiction treatment refers to your return to using. You got clean,…
How to Get Through Early Recovery from Addiction Recovery, Sober LivingBy Beaches RecoverySeptember 12, 2018Leave a commentGetting sober at a drug and alcohol treatment center is only the beginning of your journey. Now comes the challenge of readjusting to your home life. Gaining freedom after 30 to 90 days in a secluded rehab is tough. That’s because addiction is a chronic disease that won’t just go away. You’ll have to rebuild…
Avoid these Common Substance Abuse Triggers Recovery, Sober LivingBy Beaches RecoverySeptember 11, 2018Leave a commentThere’s a misconception that people have recovered for good when they complete addiction rehab. Most of those in recovery, however, admit to struggling with the condition sometimes. It’s not easy to stay sober when life events cause stress or other triggers. Despite that, avoiding common substance abuse triggers is possible. How to Avoid Common Substance…
How to Fight Drug Cravings Addiction, Sober LivingBy Beaches RecoveryAugust 31, 2018Leave a commentCan you envision yourself living sober? With the help of a good-quality rehab facility, it’s possible. You learn how to fight drug cravings. Moreover, you receive the tools you need to do so even after discharge. Learning How to Fight Drug Cravings Starts at Detox Dealing with cravings isn’t something that you want to tackle…
Can You Die from Alcohol Withdrawal? Alcohol Addiction, Sober LivingBy Beaches RecoveryAugust 2, 2018Leave a commentDeciding to stop drinking is a step in the right direction. However, it’s not always an easy thing to do. First, the alcoholic has to come to terms with their illness. Then they have to find somewhere they can get help. Help is vitally important because “drying out” on one’s own is very dangerous. People…
Is There Life After Rehab? Addiction, Rehabilitation, Sober LivingBy Beaches RecoveryJuly 28, 2018Leave a commentUncontrolled cycles of drug use often mark life before rehab. Although the decision to get clean makes people apprehension, the rehab experience may be a relief. It offers structure and support that you might not have in your daily environment. Life after rehab involves transitioning into a drug-free routine while maintaining the healthy practices that…
