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How do you keep track of what you have to do each day? Some people keep a physical calendar. Others rely on online tools. And plenty of people probably do both. No matter your approach, you are likely pretty reliant on your calendar. After all, keeping track of what you...

You have probably heard someone say something like, “There are two kinds of people in this world: those who like pineapple on pizza and those who are wrong.” Whether a person uses the “two kinds of people” trope seriously or as a vehicle for humor, it is certainly reductive. It...

Have you ever been stuck in a drive-thru waiting on your burger and fries or your fancy coffee or what have you? You might have been anticipating this meal or cup of joe for hours and feel excited to finally have a chance to visit the restaurant or coffee shop....

You have probably heard people refer to their circle of friends as their “squad.” Whether the word resonates with you or not, you like to understand the idea. Your closest friends and family members are the people who will be there for you no matter what—and you will be there...

Now and again, you might hear someone suggest that in today’s world, public libraries are no longer necessary. These arguments are generally pretty hollow and built around some assumptions that just are not true—like the false idea that everyone has equal access to the internet, for example. The fact is...

We all feel anxious from time to time. And you can probably remember plenty of times when you felt an acute sense of anxiety. Perhaps you had a big test, interview, or audition coming up. Maybe you needed to make a major presentation or give a speech to a full...

We all crave safety—for ourselves, for our loved ones, and for our community. But safety can mean more than being physically protected. Sometimes we feel unsafe when no outward threat is present or when we feel incapable of taking care of ourselves. This is particularly true for those who struggle...

In a recent post, we suggested that your local library has a wealth of resources that can support your recovery. Many of those resources are, of course, books.  In this blog entry, we offer a list of books that may be of interest as you work to maintain your hard-won...

Introverts navigate the world differently than extroverts. While an extroverted person might feel energized by spending time with lots of people in a variety of social situations, an introverted person might feel energized by spending time alone or with just a few close friends in quiet, thoughtful conversation. Arguably, the...

Too Much Stress Puts Stress on Your Sobriety It perhaps goes without saying that a lot of people—including, perhaps, you—are under a lot of stress a lot of the time. That stress might be related to work. It might stem from difficult relationships with family members, friends, or colleagues. You...