Unlocking the 4 Most Common Addiction Myths
From the “Just Say No” campaign of the Reagan years to the DARE program to today’s Dr. Drew’s Celebrity Rehab, there has been a long-standing misunderstanding about just what the nature of addiction is: from a moral failing to a lack of willpower – these ideas go unchecked, simply because they are so common that . . . . Continue Reading
The 3 Most Common Criticisms of AA
I have to say; when I was first assigned this article, I had one thing to say about writing it- NEVER! I say that because as much as I respect and owe 12 Steps I did not even want to dignify such criticisms with an article. Then when I looked into criticisms of AA and . . . . Continue Reading
How 12 Step Programs Will Ruin Your High
My relapse was ruined by my initial recovery! For anyone who has ever relapsed, or maybe even spent enough time in 12 Step fellowship meetings to hear some solution, you know well how much it sucks to be drinking or getting high and have the 12 Steps and principles of the program running laps in . . . . Continue Reading
Will They Get You High Before You Get Them Sober?
The twelfth step of 12 Step recovery is all about “giving back.” We hear it in meetings all the time and our sponsors reinforce it with us: “We keep what we have only by giving it away.” And, after all, it was given to us so freely. What all of this means, generally speaking is . . . . Continue Reading
10 Things to Remember During Early Sobriety
Being a woman in early sobriety can be very hard at times but it does get better. There are many tips on how to stay sane and sober. I made a list of 10 things to remember during early sobriety. 10 Things to Remember During Early Sobriety: 1. It’s all about progress not perfection; take . . . . Continue Reading
Drug Rehab for Women in Morris County
Being a woman struggling with addiction can be very difficult. If you are having an issue with substance abuse and don’t know what to do for help, drug rehab for women in Morris County could be just what you need. Drug Rehab for Women in Morris County: Withdrawal and Detoxing The first thing that happens . . . . Continue Reading
12 Step Holistic Drug Rehab for Women
Drug and alcohol addiction have been around for centuries. Many civilizations and cultures around the world have created drugs of all kinds from local grains, fruits, and other plants. Drug and alcohol treatment is relatively new, most especially addiction treatment geared just for women. Learn how the most comprehensive women’s drug rehab center in the United . . . . Continue Reading