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THiS ReCoVeRY LiFE Turns ONE !

THiS ReCoVeRY LiFE Turns ONE !

  • Posted on September 15, 2016
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A year ago, I set out to let you know that recovery is possible and that you are NOT alone. Even though more and more people speak out about their experiences with addiction and recovery, stigma continues rampant in our society. The same way that people feel it “normal” to drink a six pack at the Sunday BBQ, take the extra few pills for their pain, eat a pint of ice cream when they’re mad at their partner or rationalize acting out after someone else “did something” to them, it is up to…continue reading →
National Recovery Month: September 2016

National Recovery Month: September 2016

  • Posted on September 5, 2016
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September is National Recovery Month. It is a time where ALL things Recovery are celebrated! The Connecticut Community for Addiction Recovery defines that “People are in Recovery when they say they are”. That is a wonderful thing since it has as many meanings as there are individuals. A person is in recovery after their cast is removed. A person is in recovery after their heart has been broken. A person is in recovery after they start a new job. A person is in recovery after they get stood up on a date. A…continue reading →
Getting Help: How to Take Hold of That “Hand uP”!

Getting Help: How to Take Hold of That “Hand uP”!

  • Posted on July 19, 2016
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Just this week, I came across someone who has been recovering “on his own”. Recognizing that you have any issue at all is a monumental step. Stopping the detrimental use of alcohol, other substances and/or behaviors as a result is highly commendable! You might feel that someone like this has things “under control”, and you know, this individual is on the way! It is much easier to STAY STOPPED once you’re not using substances anymore than it is to STOP. Stopping Alcohol and other  substance use is the first step and just the…continue reading →