by Heartland House | Jun 14, 2019 | SUD Resources
What is a sponsor? A sponsor is simply a mentor or a guide who has been in recovery and worked through the 12 steps and no longer has to drink or use. What does a sponsor do? A sponsor is usually a member of a 12-step program who has been in recovery for usually at...
by Heartland House | Jun 7, 2019 | SUD Resources
Being Of Service In Recovery Recovery Meetings There are many ways to be of service and one of the most common is in the recovery meetings. Whether it be making coffee, greeting people at the door or taking a service position such as secretary or chair, they will all...
by Heartland House | May 31, 2019 | SUD Resources
Dealing with Guilt & Shame in Recovery People who battle with addiction or have family members who struggle have witnessed how much it hurts. It hurts the person who struggles, but it also hurts the people around them. It can break up families, ruin relationships,...
by Heartland House | May 24, 2019 | SUD Resources
Learning To Enjoy Life After Getting Sober Being in active addiction can bring the thought that you may never stop. That a life sober is simply unattainable. Imaging a life of sobriety that is enjoyable just doesn’t seem possible. Even though you see how many problems...
by Heartland House | May 17, 2019 | SUD Resources
Going On Vacation Sober Let your travel buddies know! Make sure you let the people you are traveling with how important your sobriety is and to prioritize the support they can provide. Boundaries are crucial as well as having proper expectations prior to taking off....
by Heartland House | May 10, 2019 | SUD Resources
Slip vs Relapse Slip A slip is a single episode of use. Think of a slip as information, a signal that something is not working. Think about what happened, and figure out what changes are needed. A slip is limited to a short period of time, the risk to your safety is...
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