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[Guest Blog by Chinyere Nduu Okoro, a SMART facilitator in Nigeria and a Global Master Trainer for SMART Recovery International]
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Understanding Open vs. Closed Sessions
Al-Anon meetings offer a supportive environment for all individuals who are affected by someone else’s problem drinking. These gatherings provide a space for sharing experiences, gaining insights, and fostering a community of mutual support while balancing the need for privacy. Al-Anon is able to manage both by occasionally alternating the way they conduct meetings, with…
How I met Your Mother & left Alcohol – Stop Drinking Alcohol | Quitting Alcohol | Addiction Killer
I know the title will make you remind about the famous show but it actually happened in my life. This can be a story for you but for me, it was a life-changing decision that helped me to have a beautiful life & a wonderful complete family. Maybe you will enjoy, maybe you will not….
The Silent Burnout Epidemic: Why Recovery Isn’t Just About Addiction Anymore
Is Silent Burnout Stealing Your Joy When most people hear the word recovery, they think of addiction—twelve-step meetings, rehab, and the long road back from substance abuse. But there’s another epidemic quietly spreading through homes, offices, and even our social feeds, and it’s leaving millions of people in desperate need of recovery… without a drop…
What Does Meth Do to Your Stomach?
Meth is one of the most dangerous drugs out there. It’s incredibly addictive and can destroy your body quickly. Meth, short for methamphetamine, can be snorted, smoked, or injected. No matter how you take it, meth can rot your teeth, ruin your insides, and cause severe stomach pain, leaving you a shadow of your former…
Love the Addict, Not the Addiction
Recovery Thoughts#105 Love the Addict, Not the Addiction~ Written and shared with permissionby an Anonymous Mom ______________________________________________________________________________________________ Although we generally focus on posts that give the reader a message of hope,this emotional reality-check is a “must read†shared with permission froman anonymous Mom. ______________________________________________________________________________________________ If you’re one of the lucky…
Quitting Alcohol Success Stories – This Naked Mind
TL;DR: This Naked Mind has been part of unforgettable cultural moments—from Annie Grace’s Red Table Talk appearance to music, poetry, and community art inspired by the alcohol-free movement. These quitting alcohol success stories prove that living alcohol-free isn’t about restriction—it’s about freedom, creativity, and connection. When you’re wondering how to quit drinking without willpower, the…
Do Detox Teas Work On Drugs?
Detoxing from alcohol or drugs can be a difficult experience. The symptoms of withdrawal may be mild to severe, depending on the substance, a person’s general health, and the severity of their physical and psychological dependence. Some people wonder if detox teas can make the process easier. The popularity of “cleansing” toxins from the body…
Is Speed as Addictive as Meth?
At first glance, it’s not difficult to see why people confuse amphetamine and methamphetamine. They both produce a stimulant chemical high that can rapidly lead to dependence. Both are also highly addictive. They even have a similar chemical makeup, which helps to create even more confusion. Methamphetamines are considered more addictive than speed because meth…
The Impact of Addiction on Families
When a relative is struggling with addiction, everyone in the family can be affected; this is why we say addiction is a family disease. The person addicted to drugs often develops financial, emotional, or psychological problems and becomes unreliable, causing others to have to fill in for and perform their responsibilities. This increases the stress…