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How Addictive Tendencies Fuel The Super Successful
A misguided conception of the true nature of alcoholics and drug addicts was one of the greatest hurdles in my own battle with substance abuse.
Benzo Withdrawal Guide: Navigating Symptoms and Finding Relief
Benzodiazepine dependence is an often-overlooked issue affecting millions. While the dangers of substances like heroin dominate headlines, benzos like Xanax, Ativan, and Valium silently contribute
Effects of Cocaine: From Addict to Graduate
Sunrise brings doom for every cocaine addict. My heart, still pulsing from lines of Columbia’s notorious export, sounded like a Scarface drum solo. I tore
9 Incredible Recovery Quotes
It’s so easy to get bogged down when life gets tough. When the world starts throwing me curveballs, my instincts scream, “Run!” This quote reminds
Sober Sagas | Low Stakes Living and High Stakes Poker
I started sneaking drinks at a very early age. My parents kept a bottle of white wine in the downstairs refrigerator. Livingston Cellars provided my
The First Year of Sobriety | 4 Tips for Success
It took two relapses after 6 months sober and a host of other negative consequences to finally get me serious about sobriety. And by negative
3 Serious Warning Signs of Relapse
Relapse in the sober world is a lot like a presidential election. Choose the wrong candidate and you’re in for years of crap. But many
My Son Has a Drug Problem
I can still see my mother’s face when I came clean with the truth about my penchant for long-sleeved shirts in the summer. My family
Step 1 in AA – Why You Aren’t Powerless
The concept of powerlessness is always a hot button topic amongst those sober (and not sober). I’ve heard heated post meeting debates on this topic.
Post-Acute Withdrawal Syndome (PAWS)
PAWS may be a condition with a cute acronym, but its symptoms are really ugly. Let’s set the scene. You’re a month or two into
Reddit Helps People Get Sober and Stay Sober
First, if you haven’t been to Reddit yet, go now. Take a few minutes to comb through the internet’s treasures (and trash), all compiled in a one-stop
The 7th Step of the 12 Step Process of Recovery: What is Humility?
The seventh step of Alcoholics Anonymous urges us to embrace pursuit of humility as a fundamental aspect of staying sober. Humility is equally vital on the path