Addiction Blog

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Saying No This Holiday Season

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] The holiday season is here and it’s the perfect time to step back and think about what you can realistically accomplish this year and ...
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Helpful Hints to Survive Thanksgiving Sober

Thanksgiving can be a tough holiday for a lot of folks in recovery and it may even be the first family gathering for you in ...
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4 Ways Vulnerability Can Help Your Recovery

“Vulnerability is the birthplace of connection and the path to the feeling of worthiness.” – Brené Brown, research professor at the University of Houston Graduate ...
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Tips for Talking With Family About Recovery

Addiction is a family disease and, especially in early recovery, the family system is often unstable. Strengthening that system and building a supportive network is ...
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Silent Retreat at Franciscan Spiritual Center

Silent Retreat at Franciscan Spiritual Center in Aston, PA: We are glad to sponsor a unique opportunity for reflection and spiritual enrichment. Rev. Jack at ...
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The Link Between Addiction and Perfectionism

Experts have found that there’s a pretty strong link between perfectionism and addiction – and it can be a dangerous duo. Perfectionism can lead individuals ...
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Are You a High-Functioning Alcoholic?

You can be an alcoholic and lead an outwardly successful life. In fact, many high-level professionals fall under the category of what experts call a ...
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Exercises to Raise Your Emotional Intelligence

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] You’ve likely heard about emotional intelligence (EQ), which is often defined as “the ability to identify, use, understand and manage your emotions in an ...
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How Healthy Is Your Relationship?

A healthy, balanced relationship can have a positive impact on your recovery. It can make you more productive, less likely to experience anxiety and depression and, in ...
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Are You Being Good to Your Heart?

Along with Valentine’s Day, February marks American Heart Month, a great time to commit (or recommit) to a healthy lifestyle and make small changes that ...
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