At first, emerging from years (or even decades) of a drug or alcohol-induced haze is exhilarating. Reality hasn’t quite settled in yet, you’re feeling rejuvenated,…
You know what’s worse than having to accept change? Hearing platitudes about the necessity of accepting change. There are few things more tiresome than a…
I’m sure we’ve all heard the phrase “mind over matter” enough times in our lives for you to grow a little bit of hate for…
In most cases, your significant other, your friends, and your family should all directly support you and build you up. It’s important that friends and…
Six grown men who were complete strangers to each other are living together for a month, give or take. They’re uncomfortable, homesick, and fresh in…
When we think of men we think strong, muscular, and tough, among other “masculine” adjectives that the patriarchy has crafted. This idea of a man…
Addicts have generally spent an extended amount of time participating in activities that make the words “long-term recovery” sound intimidating and discouraging. It stirs ideas…
Ever noticed that in music and film, California is synonymous with good vibes and hopeful new starts? There’s a reason California has such a dense…
To my loving family, I’m so sorry. I messed up and I didn’t realize it until now. The pain, agony you must be in…it’s my…
If you’ve been addicted for quite some time, your children might have figured it out already. They might know something isn’t right in the house,…