Creating a Supportive Home Environment for Recovery

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Reading Time: 3 minutesCompleting a rehab program is a huge achievement, but the journey toward lasting recovery continues long after treatment ends. For those embarking on addiction recovery aftercare in Ashburn, creating a supportive home environment can be crucial to their success. A positive, safe, and understanding home can help someone transition smoothly as they apply the tools […]

5 Tips to Stay Committed to Sobriety

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Reading Time: 3 minutesThe decision to seek addiction help and complete an intensive outpatient or aftercare program is a significant accomplishment. However, long-term recovery from addiction requires a constant commitment to recovery. Unfortunately, staying committed to sobriety can be difficult as temptations and triggers arise. Learning to stay committed to sobriety can help individuals lead fulfilling lives in […]

4 Tips to Manage Holiday Stress

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Reading Time: 3 minutesThe holidays can be a difficult time for people in recovery from addiction. There are triggers everywhere: family gatherings, parties, and even TV commercials can set off a craving. So how can you manage holiday stress and not relapse? If you need extra help during the holidays, Insight Recovery Centers can help. Our team of […]

Helpful Tips for Staying Sober

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Reading Time: 3 minutesSobriety can positively affect much more than your physical and mental health. It can lead to healthier relationships, a better work ethic, and more motivation to enjoy activities. The journey to sober living is not easy, and it can take a long time. However, it is possible with the right support system and a good […]

Tips for Maintaining Sobriety

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Reading Time: 3 minutesDeciding to live a sober life is a difficult decision to make. It means changing habits, cutting out the addictive substance you are using, and possibly removing yourself from situations where there are a lot of temptations. Once you have started the process, remaining sober becomes another challenge you will have to face. It takes […]

Tips to Enjoying a Sober Christmas

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Reading Time: 3 minutesThe festive season is usually rife with house parties, gatherings, and events, most of which include alcohol. For those in recovery, enjoying a sober Christmas might feel like a challenge. But fun and alcohol do not always go together, and with some careful planning, you can maintain your sobriety and have a good time, too. […]

Tips for Enjoying a Sober Thanksgiving

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Reading Time: 3 minutesThanksgiving is right around the corner, marking the beginning of the holiday season. For most, Thanksgiving is a time to relax and celebrate with friends, family, and lots of food. As with most other holidays, alcohol usually plays a significant role in Thanksgiving celebrations. Navigating Thanksgiving without an alcoholic beverage in hand might feel like […]

Rebuilding Your Life After Rehab

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Reading Time: 3 minutesEvery year, a small percentage of the millions of people that struggle with substance abuse start their new path toward sober living. Sober living can seem like a daunting, insurmountable task as we’re often inundated by media representations of the process that offer the myth that once you have been through rehab, you will have […]