Humilityย has a reputation for a few misconceptions. Some people think humility impliesย humiliated, liked to the term mortifiedย until they realizeย “humility” in the context of the serenity prayer, means to accept the things we cannot change, the courage to change the things that we can, and the wisdom to know the difference. When we see ourselves for
The point is, it does work. That saying you hear the group chant at the end of every meeting is true, โIt works if you work it!โ It works with a unique blend of principles, steps, meetings, service — mix a variety of portions that all come together like a home-made-with-love delicious, and savored meal.
10 Tales from Chef Karen on Cooking up Trouble Whether youโve taken the suggestions in the rooms of an anonymous program or you havenโt, you may have a few interesting stories about people who try to โgetโ and stay sober. Karen Zaccour, our โChefโ for this recipe and Stepping Stone alumna, pours light-hearted humor over
Prospective patients ready to take the next step and seek addiction treatment often want to know how drug rehab works. In order to be most effective, inpatient therapy is the ideal choice. By taking a closer look at drug rehab facilities, individuals struggling with addiction uncover how rehab prevents relapse from occurring. The Need for
Itโs often said that getting sober is a lot easier than staying sober, and most people suffering from the disease of addiction know this to be true. Many individuals who come to treatment have either been to treatment before or have tried to get sober on their own. The key to staying sober is following
Recovery from drugs and alcohol may seem impossible, but millions of people around the world have discovered that they can overcome their addiction. Not only can they overcome their addiction to drugs or alcohol, but they can also go on to live incredible lives. Many people who have been able to overcome their addiction to
The key to maintaining sobriety once treatment is completed byย sticking with a support group. While youโre in treatment, youโll begin to see the value of a support system. Although your one-on-one sessions with a therapist are very beneficial, itโs important to see that youโre not alone in your struggles with addiction. Youโll meet others who
Drug addiction is a very cunning disease, and itโs the only disease where the mind doesnโt want you to get better. Whether you were abusing prescription painkillers, benzodiazepines, meth, heroin, cocaine or any other drug, drug addiction affects everyone in the same way. While youโre in treatment, not only will you be receiving different types
When it comes to recovery, myths about addiction can be stumbling blocks for patients as well as their families. Many myths may have some small basis in facts or anecdotal evidence, but some are entirely false, posing a serious threat to those interested in recovery. By exploring five of the most common addiction myths;ย patients and
The opiate addiction curse is wreaking havoc on peopleโs lives throughout the United States. Despite reports confirming the death toll from the use of heroin and related drugs, people continue to use it. People who arenโt addicted often wonder why someone would continue to use heroin even though the risks are well known. The answer
