About Sober Living

Sober living doesn't mean missing out on all the fun - below, find some tips, tricks, and strategies to make the most out of your recovery with summer fun, fitness and exercise, sober holidays, and more.
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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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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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Recovery Rocks: Sober Music Festivals and Concerts

For those in early recovery, attending a concert can be triggering. Find out the best ways of staying sober at music festivals.
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How to Manage Holiday Stress

Are you overwhelmed with holiday stress? Make this season enjoyable and find out how to manage your stress effectively.
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The Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide for People in Recovery

If you need holiday gift ideas for someone in recovery, then click here for gifts that will support them and show them how much you care.
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How to Create the Ultimate Self-Care Space in Your Home

It can be hard to find time to unwind by yourself. Discover how to create the ultimate self-care space in your home with a few easy steps.
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Own Your Sobriety: How to Date in Recovery

Jumping back into the dating scene may feel daunting to those in recovery. By owning sobriety and having confidence, everything else will follow.
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Finding a Job After Addiction Treatment: What You Should Know

Completing residential treatment means returning to the outside world, which can often be filled with challenges. One major obstacle for many is finding a new job or perhaps even a first job.  You may be returning to the work environment after an extended period. You might have decided to change your job or career path to better maintain sobriety. Whatever your situation is, a job search can be a daunting task. Knowing what […]
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10 Podcasts For Recovery And Wellness

Mountainside alumni have curated a list of 10 podcasts on sobriety and wellness that you should know about for continuing your journey in recovery.
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10 Books About Addiction and Recovery You Should Read

Our alumni told us the books that helped them in recovery; we compiled them into a list to help you find the one that will inspire you in your journey too.
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Sober Valentine's Day: Navigating the Holiday in Recovery

Valentine's Day can be overwhelming, especially when you're sober, but it doesn't have to be. In this interview, Jesse Wright, a recovery coach at Mountainside who is in recovery himself, shares his tips for enjoying the day (and dating in general) without alcohol.
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How to Balance Work and Recovery

Stressed about creating a healthy work-life balance in recovery? Here are tips to keep your worries at bay.