Lifestyle
How To Tackle Stress in Recovery
Ack! Life is stressful, and it feels different in recovery. You know substances only make things worse, so what to do? Some pointers on handling it like a champ.
What Does a Healthy Sober Routine Look Like?
Dread not routines! They turn newfound sources of strength and joy into regular companions.
How To Rock Sobriety in High School and College
Will there be pressure to use drugs and alcohol? Probably. Will you make mistakes? Sure. But being young and sober feels great, and you might be surprised by how many people are doing it.
The Sober Super Bowl? Players, Entertainers and Brands Go Dry and Tackle Addiction
The first-ever nonalcoholic beer ad during the big game debuts, while NFL players and performers raise addiction awareness. Here's what to watch for.
Romance in Recovery: Dating Do’s and Don’ts
Yes, you're allowed to date. Yes, it could get complicated. But connection is a beautiful thing in recovery if you pursue it mindfully — here's how.
Heart-Wrenching Portrayal of Alcohol Addiction Scores Surprise Oscar Nomination
In the indie film "To Leslie," Andrea Riseborough goes to rock bottom and beyond. She's now in the running for a Best Actress Academy Award.
What’s a Wellness Program, and How Can It Charge Up My Sobriety?
You don't have to be a zen master to handle life sober. But if you tune up a routine of health and harmony that works for you, you just might become one.
Don’t Be Shy, Jump Into Volunteering
Whether NASA or PETA is more your speed, volunteering will keep you stimulated, introduce you to a community and give you a way to give back, sober.
Sweet, Sour, Savory, Sober: How To Eat Right and Feel Good
Cutting out alcohol gives you an edge in getting fit and looking fine. Follow a few tips on nutrition to make the most of it.
Is 2023 the Year ‘Sober Curious’ Goes Mainstream?
As even the notorious CNN New Year's Eve hosts plan to tone it down, here's a look at why more people are choosing to cut back or cut out alcohol use.
How To Hack the Holidays in Recovery
It's perfectly normal to feel anxious or triggered around this season and all its so-called merriment. But you don't need to fear Christmas and New Year's. Just keep a few things in mind.
The Old Way Didn’t Work: Solving Problems in Recovery
Open communication and taking ownership aren't easy, but get to know them, and you can do some real repair work. Here's how.