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    Gratitude

    Gratitude

    By basem | February 9, 2022 | | 0 Comments

    When all else fails make a gratitude list.  Sometimes we just get bogged down in our lives.  We may have too much on our plate at times.  We may not know how to prioritize what to do first.  The best thing to do at times like these is to pause and take a step back

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    Change

    By basem | January 27, 2022 | | 0 Comments

    The only thing certain about change is that it is sure to happen.  Major changes must be made at the beginning of a sober life.  The first change is sobriety itself: freedom from all mind-altering chemicals including alcohol (we are not referring to prescribed medications).  It goes without saying that sobriety is a must as

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    Change
    “This Too Shall Pass”

    “This Too Shall Pass”

    By basem | January 17, 2022 | | 0 Comments

    Newly sober addicts will probably find a myriad of situations suddenly requiring their attention.  These types of situations can be relational, financial, work-related, health concerns, loss of a career, divorce or separation, homelessness, legal issues, and many other types of difficulties.  It may appear to the addict that he has entered a long, dark tunnel

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    Self Care

    By basem | January 17, 2022 | | 0 Comments

    Many of us while active in our addictions may become somewhat removed with keeping up personal grooming and hygiene.  This can have a very negative effect on our mentality and how we view ourselves.  When feeling the effects of the highs and lows of our addiction we may become more disheartened by the way we

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    Self Care
    12 Step Slogans

    12 Step Slogans

    By basem | January 17, 2022 | | 0 Comments

    Easy Does It What exactly does this slogan mean?  However, we could better start our discussion with what it doesn’t mean.  It could be a paraphrase of “do not put off until tomorrow what you can do today.” Addicts are known for procrastination when it comes to performing common tasks or carrying out responsibilities.  It

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    Triggers To Relapse | 5 Things to Watch Out For

    By basem | June 30, 2021 | | 0 Comments

    5 Most Common Triggers to Relapse If you have ever struggled with alcoholism or addiction you’ve surely heard the word “triggers.” What exactly does the word triggers mean? A trigger is something that causes you to feel distressed and potentially the urge to relapse. It could cause the addict to feel overwhelmed, sad, anxious, guilty,

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    Triggers To Relapse | 5 Things to Watch Out For
    Craving Phenomena in Addiction & Rehabilitation

    Craving Phenomena in Addiction & Rehabilitation

    By basem | June 23, 2021 | | 0 Comments

    In the Alcoholics Anonymous Big Book, the section entitled “The Doctor’s Opinion,” goes into detail regarding the physical component of craving found in most addicts.  This type of craving never appears in a normal drinker.  Dr. William D. Silkworth who wrote the Doctor’s Opinion, also believes that once an addict consumes an addictive substance that

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    Obsession, What To Do When You’re Obsessed?

    By basem | June 18, 2021 | | 0 Comments

    What is Obsession? An obsession is a thought process that manifests itself in the mind according to 12 Step literature.  It is an idea that overcomes all other ideas.  The thought tells the addict that they cannot be happy unless they are using the substances(s) they are craving.  They never feel satisfied unless they are

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    Obsession, What To Do When You’re Obsessed?