Category: Recovery Tips

How to Navigate Addiction Recovery During Holidays

STC’s COO, Brandy Klingman, shares helpful tips on how to navigate addiction recovery holiday gatherings and loved ones who suffer from a substance use disorder during the holiday season. How does somebody stay healthy mentally, during the holiday season? Be gentle with yourself. Families should acknowledge that this is a stressful time with everyone...

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Healthy Food Choices for People in Recovery

Early recovery from substance use disorders can be uncomfortable and be challenging for many. Post-acute withdrawal combined with symptoms of depression, anxiety, insomnia, and low energy and mood can often lead recovering addicts to relapse. So what weapons do people in early recovery have at their disposal to lessen the impact of these symptoms...

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The Importance of Wellness in Addiction Recovery

We often hear about the importance of eating healthy, exercising, and self-care in recovery. Research shows all of these elements not only help individuals restore their bodies after years of neglect, but it also helps with cravings and an overall sense of wellbeing. This is great news for people new to recovery who are looking...

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4 Tips for Relationships in Recovery

Most people are told to wait a year before entering a relationship and there are plenty of reasons to support this advice. Some people seek relationships to feel complete or to fill the void addiction left behind. This behavior can create unhealthy patterns. Once you’ve taken time to focus on your recovery, speak to...

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