CRAFT is Working – Despite a Relapse
An Allies in Recovery member wrote in with this bittersweet account. She shares with us her daughter's words and feelings, confirming that she clearly…
Category: CYCLE OF USE – early sobriety & recovery
His Early Recovery is Triggering Me
Taking care of yourself is also incredibly positive, given how difficult it is when you're in the midst of chaos.
Do I Really Have to Start Spying Again?
After inpatient treatment, and two serious episodes of pancreatitis related to drinking, her Loved One seems to be slipping back to using alcohol. His…
He’s Been Abstinent for 3 Months but He’s Not Doing Anything!
How do you find the right balance with a Loved One in early recovery? They're abstinent but acting just as aloof and depressed as before. You'…
How Do I Handle My Fear of Relapse: the Million Dollar Question
I came to understand, in part by following the Learning Modules on this site, that my behaviors actually served no useful purpose and were actually pu…
Podcast #63 — Heartland High: Ohio’s First Recovery School
(54:15) Columbus, Ohio. Annie Highwater meets with some of Heartland High's key staff members, making for an uplifting and heartfel…
Enough Lies… Give Me the Truth!
He's doing much better but she still struggles with his dishonesty, past and present. She wonders, is it selfish to expect him to be honest? Could…
When You’re Up Against the Entourage’s Uninformed Influence
He’s back home from detox, on a waiting list for a half-way house. His parents are coddling him and unconsciously enabling his use. Our member, …
He Still Has the Occasional Beer and I Still Freak Out
This wife doesn't understand why she can't simply rejoice in all the progress her husband has made. He is moderating successfully, and so much…
Recovery from Addiction Is a Bumpy Road
Your Loved One was doing better than ever before. With the lockdown and without sufficient recovery input, they were thrown off course. Dominique Simo…