addiction
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You Don’t Have to Do This Alone: Why Connection Matters in Recovery
Burk Jackson, a 31-year recovery veteran, emphasizes the importance of connection in overcoming addiction. He built RecoveryBridge, a supportive platform for those in recovery to share their experiences and connect with others who understand their struggles. It aims to fill… Continue reading
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Recovery Poetry: The Straight Line
The speaker reflects on their existence as a lonely, lost point amid the vastness, symbolizing feelings of being broken yet ultimately recognizing that everything has purpose and meaning. Continue reading
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An Atheist In Recovery
Christopher Moraitis shares his journey from addiction to recovery and the challenges he faced with belief in a higher power within Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). After a relapse triggered by personal struggles, he returned to sobriety, relying on fellow alcoholics for… Continue reading
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Welcome to Sober Not Subtle: Your Community for Recovery
Welcome to Sober Not Subtle—a space dedicated to sharing, healing, and kicking ass in recovery! As someone who has been in recovery since 2010, I know how challenging recovery can be at times. But I also know that we don’t have… Continue reading
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Music and Recovery: How Creed Helped Me Get Sober.
The author reflects on their recovery journey, emphasizing the importance of community support and music. They describe how Creed’s music unexpectedly became a source of comfort and understanding during sober times, revealing a connection to their emotions. The narrative showcases… Continue reading
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Embracing Recovery: Fun Activities Without Alcohol
The author reflects on their journey to sobriety, initially feeling that life without alcohol would be dull and isolating. With the support of their wife, they navigated the challenges of recovery. They eventually discovered THRIVE, a community center offering enjoyable,… Continue reading
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Navigating the Stages of Grief After Losing a Therapist
The author reflects on their experience facing the five stages of grief after their BetterHelp therapist became unavailable due to legal changes. They felt denial, anger, and a need for closure, expressing frustration over the abrupt termination. Despite the upheaval,… Continue reading
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No Matter What: Lessons from My First Year of Sobriety
In the first year of recovery, the author experienced a transformative journey from despair to hope, feeling profoundly grateful. However, approaching the one-year mark brought anxiety about future challenges without drinking. A powerful moment at a meeting, hearing a woman… Continue reading
