How to Balance Work and Hobbies

Part of recovery includes replacing maladaptive behaviors with healthier ones that keep you moving forward every day. During the first few months, you might find yourself feeling anxious during “dead time” when you have nothing to do. You might try to fill it with work or find ways to occupy yourself. Many people in recovery […]

5 Ways to Destress at Work

Chronic workplace stress and pressure can trigger cravings and decrease your ability to function healthily. Do you often find yourself feeling angry, helpless, or sad while you are at work? You might be experiencing chronic workplace stress. You are not alone. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), “71% of adults reported […]

What Length of Time Is Needed for Addiction Recovery to Work?

Addiction recovery is a lengthy journey. As much as you would like to, you cannot get rid of your addiction overnight. Looking back on your addiction history, how long would you say you have suffered? A year or more? Several? Compare that to the journey ahead. Compare it to times when you thought you were […]