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How Do I Find a Higher Power?

For many people, relying on a higher power is key to their recovery. But what if your faith has been rocked by tragedy or you are an agnostic or atheist? I was on the tragedy end of the spectrum, so I wasn’t feeling too keen on the whole higher power thing. I learned, however,

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How to Stay Sober in College and Still Have Fun

College is a time when we are supposed to be learning, planning our careers, and making the best choices for our futures. It’s also a time when many are expected and even encouraged to let loose, party, and drink heavily. Heavy partying and drinking are so associated with university life that websites even maintain

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Controlling The “Committee” in Your Head

When you are in recovery from an addiction you may feel a variety of emotions. When this happens you may experience the feeling of having a variety of thoughts that are conflicting and may be negative or confusing. When we are going through stressful times we may not have a clear idea of what

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Five Traits of an Addictive Personality

Did you ever notice that some people can use alcohol and drugs moderately while others can’t seem to stop? I am one of the people who can’t seem to stop, and it used to make me angry and frustrated. I have since learned that I have an addictive personality. What is an addictive personality?

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Can I Laugh At My Addicted Past?

Addiction is often approached with a sort of mixed sense of shame and adulation in the United States. On the one hand, addiction, drug use, and alcohol are often glamorized on television and by pop stars and actors who often use, while appearing to live an idyllic lifestyle. On the other hand, addiction is

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How Can I Get Through The Holidays Sober?

For those of us who are in recovery, the holidays can be like navigating a minefield. I find myself agreeing to attend parties and other events where alcohol and drugs are going to be present, because I don’t want to hurt anyone’s feelings, but I suffer for it. My emotions run high, and I

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How to Come Clean With Your Boss

I managed to hide my alcohol abuse from my boss and colleagues for quite some time, but I reached the point that it was getting harder and harder every day. I knew I needed to go into rehab, but that meant taking time off from work. I was petrified that I would lose my

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When Should I Divorce My Addicted Spouse

Watching someone lose themselves to the depths of an addiction is one of the hardest things anyone will ever have to face, and watching your spouse is even harder. Addicts lose their sense of self to their addiction, and whether they’re taking prescription medication, hard drugs, or drinking, it will take a toll on

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Adderall Addiction and Abuse Warning Signs and Symptoms

Increased productivity, maximum efficiency, and knife-like focus. Whether it be success in academics, your career, or a side-project, they all require a certain amount of mental investment. At times, it is difficult for our brain to keep up, and some rely on the use of medication like adderall to get the job done. Adderall

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