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Combatting That Morning Dread: Brené Brown on Courage, Vulnerability, Empathy and Self-Worth

“Don’t walk through the world looking for evidence that you don’t belong, because you’ll always find it.” Professor Brené Brown delivers a …

Dominique Simon July 13, 2022

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Is Suboxone a Good Thing for Your Loved One?

An Allies in Recovery member is overwhelmed by all the conflicting information and stances on Suboxone. Her 40-year-old son has struggled for 15 year…

Laurie MacDougall June 30, 2022

I’m Not the One Who’s Sending Him to Jail

An Allies in Recovery Member has been caught in a long cycle of “bailing out” their Loved One after every relapse. Sometimes it’s been money …

Dominique Simon June 17, 2022

Boundaries and Rewards: Tips on Using CRAFT

An Allies in Recovery member is encountering difficulties with removing rewards and holding boundaries. They're asking their loved one to leave when h…

isabel June 3, 2022

She Self-Medicates for Social Anxiety and Refuses Treatment

Social anxiety is way more than shyness. Many cases of SAD involve substances as well as depression. Self-medicating can appear to help but may also b…

Dominique Simon April 29, 2022

After 20 Years of Use I Don’t Know What to Do Anymore

Our Allies member has finally found the strength to seek help for herself, too.

Laurie MacDougall February 1, 2022

Compelling Proof that CRAFT Is Working (Even When You’re Not Sure It Is)

Your daughter's message shows how well you've been sticking to the principles of CRAFT, and succeeding! 

isabel November 17, 2021

He Wants Money and Cigarettes While in Treatment. What Should I Do?

Although you have already given so much, you want to find a way to positively reinforce your son’s effort at staying in treatment. The decision…

Dominique Simon September 27, 2021

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Upset about a Loved One’s Addiction? 4 Steps You Can Take Now

So you're mad or hurt or feeling hopeless? To be effective at helping your addicted family member, you must first get a handle on your negative feelin…

Dominique Simon December 14, 2020

What Does Being “In Denial” Actually Mean: In Denial Definition

Acceptance of a painful reality is a process and takes time. If it's happening to you, be open to the truth and gentle with yourself. If it's happenin…

annieunhooked December 4, 2020