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…
Reasons to Do Drug Treatment Aftercare Rehabilitation, Sober LivingBy Beaches RecoveryJune 15, 2018Leave a commentAfter spending months or years battling addiction, most addicts are happy to get treatment, finally. It was likely a tough decision for them to admit they have an illness and need help. The tendency is to go through detox and therapy, all the while expecting immediate and permanent results. Unfortunately, things seldom work out so…
So Many Benefits of Sobriety Recovery, Sober LivingBy Beaches RecoveryMay 18, 2018Leave a commentWhen lost in addiction, most people forget how a healthy life feels. They spend their days and nights treading water while life goes on around them. Little do they know, getting treatment is the best thing that will ever happen to them. However, they still need to proceed with caution. Completing detox and rehab is…
How to Deal with an Alcoholic or Drug Addict Alcohol Addiction, Sober LivingBy Beaches RecoveryMay 12, 2018Leave a commentIt’s difficult to watch someone you love succumb under the weight of a drinking problem. A lot of people find themselves just sitting by, watching it happen. For sure, that’s not how to deal with an alcoholic. There are far better and more productive ways to be of service to our loved ones. Given the…
Is Sober Living Northern Virginia Wise? Rehab Blog, Sober LivingBy Beaches RecoveryApril 7, 2018Leave a commentMany people who complete rehab return to living environments that trigger a relapse. They may feel tempted to drink or use drugs when they see family members or friends doing it. The temptation also arises when stress from normal life builds up. Sober living northern Virginia is a wise solution and a safe way to…
Should I Use a Sober Living House after Treatment? Rehab Blog, Sober LivingBy Beaches RecoveryJanuary 15, 2018Leave a commentAfter successfully navigating a stint in rehab, it boggles the mind why anyone would allow themselves to relapse. The truth is there’s a lot of reasons why it happens. The reasons can range from psychological issues to non-existent coping skills to sheer laziness. One of the best ways for a patient to avoid relapse is…
Do Sober Living Homes Work? Rehab Blog, Sober LivingBy Beaches RecoveryDecember 5, 2017Leave a commentOnce someone has completed detox and rehab, sober living homes might be the next option. These are group homes that help people in recovery. They have certain rules and requirements. The major requirement is to stay sober. With the support of fellow housemates, clients can stay sober and transition back to normal life. What Are…
Can Mindfulness Meditation Work for Addiction? Rehab Blog, Sober LivingBy Beaches RecoverySeptember 25, 2017Leave a commentMindfulness meditation is helpful for those who are struggling with addiction because it helps to refine their focus. Much of the time, individuals who have become addicted to a substance have wild and unbridled feelings, thoughts, and emotions as they enter treatment. Feelings of guilt and shame may appear. Stress and anxiety can show up.…
How to Be Sober in Florida Rehab Blog, Sober LivingBy Beaches RecoveryFebruary 8, 2017Leave a commentHow to be sober in Florida isn’t as difficult as some people may think it is. Sometimes Florida gets a bad reputation due to the drugs in the area or some of the drug trafficking. The reality is that virtually every state in America has a drug problem, so it’s about finding the best community…
