By Jennifer McDougall Often we search for inspiration to stimulate our creative capabilities. Stimulation boosts our motivation to feel or do new things and push new ideas through the creative process. When…
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Sparkling Rosemary Limeade Makes eight 5-ounce servings — or more, depending on dilution 1 cup lime juice (from about 6 limes) 3/4 cup sugar Peel of 2 limes Two 4-inch sprigs fresh…
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By Jennifer McDougall When we feel overwhelmed with the amount of physical, emotional, and mental pain that can come at us in all channels of life, it’s no wonder people take to…
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By Jennifer McDougall If you are someone who just completed treatment and are looking to get back home and resituated into the comfort of your own surroundings you may be wondering what…
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By Jennifer McDougall Grab the nachos and prepare to enjoy the game of all games. It’s almost kickoff time for the most watched sporting event of the year. The Carolina Panthers and…
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By Jennifer McDougall Are you and your sweetheart looking for something fun to do, and would prefer not to be in an alcohol or drug infused environment? Well, that’s simple. Here are…
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By Jennifer McDougall The end of the year has come and now is the perfect time to reflect back on all the experiences, lessons learned, and memorable moments you had throughout the…
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By Jennifer McDougall Whether it is Bikram, Hatha, Power, or Yin Yoga, there are several benefits you should know. First, starting or ending the day with any yoga practice is one of…
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By Jennifer McDougall When completing treatment at an inpatient rehab facility, there may be a few questions that run through your mind, such as where to go from here and what to…
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By Jennifer McDougall 1. PLAN THE DAY/NIGHT AHEAD OF TIME There is no need to feel obligated to attend every party that you’re invited to. Find the crowd who is most sympathetic…
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By Jennifer McDougall Even though you’re living a sober lifestyle, that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy a vibrant nightlife. As dusk falls and the stars twinkle, you might ask yourself, “What exciting…
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By Jennifer McDougall Our day-to-day lives are often times very busy, and our minds become extremely scattered if we do not take the time to relax and let go of our worries…
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By Jennifer McDougall Getting sober is one of the best decisions you will ever make. But what if your friends and family aren’t very supportive and think that instead of getting sober…
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By Jennifer McDougall Are you looking for something fun to do that doesn’t involve drinking or getting high? Instead of escaping from reality, dive in and enjoy just living life. Here are 30 fun activities you…
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Adjusting to sobriety is difficult. After being in a structured environment through rehab and returning home, some people struggle with not having someone else help them make all their decisions. Thankfully, there…
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Exercise is a very crucial component for an individual recovering from any alcohol or drug abuse. Years of dependency on drugs and alcohol severely diminish your physical state and health, often leading…
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For many of those who are newly sober or who struggle with substance abuse issues, the holiday season or holiday events can be a time of both happiness and stress. The period…
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A very common struggle that newly sober people face is what to do at a social gathering where most other people in attendance are drinking. Whether it is birthday parties, holiday gatherings,…
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Whenever we begin journeying a positive path, we can grow weary along the way from time to time. In the days, weeks and months following alcohol or drug recovery, there might be…
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The transition period that follows drug or alcohol recovery is an important one. During this crucial intermediary phase, you embark on a life free of drugs and alcohol dependency and set the…
