A substance use disorder is a big problem for the person struggling with drugs or alcohol. In fact, it can feel all-consuming. So much so that it might seem like no other problem you might be having could possibly be as impactful on your life. As it would turn out,...
Here’s an experience many people—maybe even you—have had: You meet someone new and think to yourself, “Well, I don’t have a lot in common with this person.” That thought might make it less likely that you will try to develop a friendship with your new acquaintance....
Improvisation—the art of creating something on the spot—is a key part of two wonderful art forms. And, we would argue, it can also be a helpful concept for a person in recovery from a substance use disorder. Improv comedy (like you would see on Whose Line Is It...
You have probably noticed that sometimes it can be difficult to separate fact from fiction. Take, for example, books, movies, or podcasts that are “based on a true story.” When you encounter that phrase, you are meant to understand that what you are about to read,...
When you were a kid, did you like to play outside? Or did your folks make you play outside even if you didn’t particularly like it? Either way, did you find yourself outdoors for hours at a time soaking in the sun, running around playing various kinds of games, and...
We have written before about the importance of reducing negative self-talk and replacing it with affirmations that can help support self-esteem, lessen stress, and support sobriety for a person in recovery from a substance use disorder. In this entry, we want to look...
