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6 Steps for Setting Boundaries with Someone in Recovery

When someone pursues recovery, your relationship with them can change for the better. By setting up boundaries early on and communicating your feelings effectively, you and your loved one can develop a mutual respect that tends to your needs just as much as their sobriety. Follow these 6 important steps from Addiction Recovery Coach Rick Lepkowski.

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What Does It Feel Like to Go Through Drug Withdrawal?

Drug and alcohol withdrawal is a painful and disruptive period of time, but there are ways to alleviate these difficult symptoms. By using pain management tools and healthy coping mechanisms, experiencing withdrawal can be more manageable.

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Detox vs. Rehab? Which is Right for You?

Although many use these terms interchangeably, detox and rehab each have their own purpose. While detox primarily focuses on addressing the physical effects that addiction has had on the body, rehab focuses more on the psychological effects.

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Education & Awareness

Emotional Sobriety: Why Giving Up Drugs and Alcohol Isn’t Enough

Sobriety does not stop at abstaining from drugs and alcohol. Emotional sobriety helps us stay in recovery and become the best version of ourselves.
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Recovery

Friendships, Connections, and Challenges for Women in Recovery

It's hard to make adult friends, particularly if you're a woman in recovery. Overcome these challenges and make meaningful sober friendships.
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About Sober Living

5 Ways to Have a Sober St. Patrick's Day

Sober on the biggest drinking day of the year? Don't worry. Celebrate St. Patrick's Day and prioritize recovery with a few simple tips.
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Recovery Dharma: What You Should Know

Recovery Dharma is based on the belief that healing involves meditation, self-inquiry, wisdom, and support. See if this approach is right for you.
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Zyn: What You Should Know About Oral Nicotine Pouches

Zyn is an oral nicotine pouch brand growing in popularity, especially among teens. Learn the side effects of Zyn and how to quit using.
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Teens

What is a BORG? Harm Reduction Strategy or Binge-Drinking Disguised?

The viral TikTok trend - BORGs - is being called a "hangover-proof" drink by teens. But there's a catch. Here's everything you need to know.
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Misunderstandings About Addiction: 9 Common Myths Debunked

There are many misconceptions about addiction that can create stigma surrounding the disease. Here we separate the facts about addiction from myths.
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Happy Hormones and the Science of Addiction

“Happy hormones” help with joy, relationships, and regulating stress and anxiety. Learn how addiction impacts these neurotransmitters.
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The Family & Addiction

Avoiding Toxic Family Relationships in Recovery

It's vital to surround yourself with the right people. Learn about toxic family relationships in recovery and how to handle them.
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Single & Sober on Valentine’s Day? Beat the Blues

Valentine's day can often bring on feelings of loneliness and depression. For those in recovery, this can be triggering and lead to a relapse. Protect yourself against the valentine's day blues, and learn how to strengthen your recovery.
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Addiction Treatment

What is Motivational Interviewing in Addiction Treatment?

Motivational Interviewing can support long-term addiction recovery and reduce the risk of relapse. Discover more about this therapy approach.
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More About Drugs

What Is Kratom? Everything You Need to Know

Kratom use is surging in the US. People are seeking out the drug for its calming and stimulating effects, but they are also unaware of the harmful side effects and risk of addiction.
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