New Year Resolutions, Making 2020 a Success!
We all want to start the new year putting our best foot forward. Come January 1st, the most common question asked is, “what’s your new year’s resolution?” Although about 60% of the population makes a resolution, only 25% stay committed after the first month and even less, 8%, follow through. Instead of setting yourself up […]
Avoid Becoming a New Year’s Eve DUI Statistic
Every year, we wake up on New Year’s Day to terrible stories of loss and devastation caused by drinking and driving. Sadly, the stories we hear only make up a small percentage of how many lives are altered forever or lost to driving while under the influence during this festive time of year. According to […]
New Penalties in NJ for Drunk Drivers Start Now
As of December 1, New Jersey rolled out new drunk driving laws to curb the ongoing problem with fatal car accidents caused by drug and alcohol use. The holidays come with an increased risk of fatal car accidents, many of which will involve alcohol and drugs this time of year. In fact, in 2018, 20 […]
Dry January & Remaining Sober Beyond
For those who are unfamiliar, Dry January is a public health campaign that urges participants to abstain from alcohol for the entire month of January. The origins of Dry January stem back to as early as 1942 in Finland but has recently gained traction and attention in the United States and in the United Kingdom. […]
Benefits of Quitting Alcohol
7 Main Benefits of Quitting Alcohol Whether you’re occasionally overdoing it or you frequently abuse alcohol, the benefits of quitting alcohol far outweigh whatever you think you’re gaining from it. Most people in recovery will tell you their lives are now abundantly better than when they were drinking or using drugs. They’re clearer, more present, […]
7 Ways to Get Through the Holidays with a Chaotic Family
Imagine driving up to a beautifully lit, snow-kissed house for the holidays. You’re greeted at the door by a great big hug; watch younger family members play with their presents; and sing Christmas carols around the tree, sipping hot cocoa. Sounds idyllic, doesn’t it? While that description paints a lovely picture, it’s not always how […]
Creative Gifts for Avoiding Financial Stress During The Holidays
It’s the most expensive … I mean the most wonderful time of the year. No, pretty sure I said it right the first time! Gifts for family, holiday gift exchange at work, and children/grandchildren/nieces/nephews asking for everything under the sun. Even if you do a grab-bag, that’s money coming out of your pocket that you […]
6 Ideas For a Super Fun Sober Halloween!
It’s not uncommon for those who are in recovery from alcohol and drug addiction to be triggered, feel anxious or just a bit bothered when holidays come around. This can be especially true for holidays that are associated with alcohol or drug use, like Halloween. When holidays like this approach it’s important to have a […]
Spring Cleaning for the Soul
The birds are chirping, the flowers are blooming and there is a faint smell of freshly mowed grass in the air. That’s right, it’s springtime. When I think of the word spring, I have one word I typically associate with it… cleaning. Time to open the windows, sweep the dust bunnies out of the corners […]
Coping With the Winter Blues: Tips for Seasonal Affective Disorder
As much as some of us wish, we can’t sleep away the winter months in hibernation. However, we can find healthy ways to deal with unwanted feelings that come with it. The decreasing sunlight and cold weather in fall and winter can make some people feel down due to shorter days and colder temps; then […]
