Phase Two is an early stage of recovery that occurs after our initial withdrawals but before we begin feeling comfortable being clean and sober. Learn what to expect at this stage, how long it will last, and how to manage and cope with it effectively.
Kratom has become an increasingly popular drug for recreational use while also commonly touted as an effective means for addiction treatment. Discover what Kratom is, the effects it has on users, and why it’s a poor method for managing recovery.
Many phrases used to describe principles of recovery are uttered so often, they come off as cliché. Here we discuss popular phrases used in 12-Step recovery programs, analyze what they actually mean, and discuss their important implications.
Why we do the things we do – this is possibly the greatest predictor of our success or failure in all our endeavors. Many times we don’t question our reasons for doing X or doing Y, they’ve become habitual and compulsive actions, but nonetheless a reason we do them...
Addiction is illogical. Within each addict, a duality exists between a person who knows better and understands the harm they are doing to themselves and a person who can justify and rationalize their harmful behavior. I’ve personally always prided myself as a rational...
Mindsets are simply a set of beliefs and values that shape the way we view the world. When in active addiction, it's likely that we held beliefs about ourselves and the world around us that were detrimental to our lives. Constant excessive drinking and drug use breeds...
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