In November of last year, historian William White addressed the Executive Directors Leadership Academy at the Association of Recovery Community Organizations meeting. “It is always good to be with old friends, friends in recovery and friends of recovery. It is a special pleasure to finally meet some of you face-to-face…
The Anonymous People is a film about addiction and people living in recovery. Directed by Greg Williams, a 29-year-old in recovery, the film addresses the power in numbers behind recovery. Learn more by watching the film trailer. Or, listen to a radio interview of Greg on…
As you gather with friends and family this holiday season, you may notice someone having an unhealthy relationship with drugs or alcohol. Watch for these signs: Deterioration in personal grooming or physical appearance Changes in appetite or sleep patterns. Sudden weight loss or weight gain Frequently getting into trouble (arguments,…
The holidays can be a stressful time for everyone. But for people in recovery from addiction, the season may be particularly troubling. Travel stress, money troubles and family drama and reunions with old friends are all possible triggers for those in recovery. Here are some tips for avoiding relapse.
Greg Kayko is the single father of two young children, the sponsor of half a dozen (or so) men in the Midwest, and an avid but painfully average golfer. A self-described sobriety junkie, Kayko is also a managing editor at a large national media company and author of Sobriety…
Out of the Woods, written by Diane Cameron, is a blog for women in recovery to read–and think–about longterm recovery and a life of joyous sobriety. Enjoy weekly posts on topics related to life in and after getting sober.
Stories of others’ recovery can be inspirational and refreshing. StoriesofRecovery.org.uk is a website featuring recovery stories from people all over the world. Living a sober, healthy life is rewarding and beautiful. Be inspired by the stories of others…or share your story.
Several of the physicians and treatment providers at the UF Health Florida Recovery Center are in recovery. They understand the challenges of facing addiction and living a clean and sober life. Would you be willing to share your recovery story with us? Share Your Recovery Story We would love…
Sobriety Anniversaries represent the awesome accomplishment of one-day-at-a-time living without alcohol or drugs (nicotine counts) for one year. This page will fiercely protect the anonymity of all participants who choose to share Sobriety Anniversary dates. We have surpassed our first-year goal … to exceed in total sobriety time the…
“One Hour at a Time” is an online radio show specific to the topics of addiction and recovery. Hosted by Mary Woods and John McAndrew, it is a great resource for those living in recovery. Take a listen to this interview…
