Category: Recovery

SAMHSA defines it as “A process of change through which individuals improve their
health and wellness, live a self-directed life, and strive to reach their full potential.”

Recovery

Bad Timing

by C. Scott McMillin | May 28, 2020 | Recovery | 0 |

And the principle on which his transition plan would have been based is adaptability to the unforeseen.

Recovery Quarantine

by C. Scott McMillin | Apr 23, 2020 | Recovery | 0 |
First Person: Scared Silly

by C. Scott McMillin | Apr 16, 2020 | Recovery | 0 |
AA’s Effectiveness

by C. Scott McMillin | Apr 9, 2020 | Recovery | 0 |
Do Supplements Help?

by C. Scott McMillin | Feb 13, 2020 | Recovery | 0 |
Running, But Not on Empty

by C. Scott McMillin | Nov 14, 2019 | People in Recovery, Recovery | 0 |

Decision Making in Early Recovery

by C. Scott McMillin | Aug 15, 2019 | People in Recovery, Recovery | 0 |

Suddenly we’re missing obvious warning signs, ignoring key markers of danger, or simply deciding to take a leap of faith at exactly the wrong moment.

Another Story of Recovery

by C. Scott McMillin | Aug 8, 2019 | Recovery | 0 |

Nonetheless, years of drinking and drugging and lapsing and relapsing will invariably have an effect on the victim of addiction.

What Works in Recovery

by C. Scott McMillin | Jul 25, 2019 | Recovery | 0 |

We recognize that for some, change can be really difficult. Good intentions aren’t enough.

Chill Breathing

by C. Scott McMillin | Apr 20, 2017 | People in Recovery, Recovery | 0 |

I felt better and according to science, made better decisions if I took a few moments to calm myself.

My Life in Recovery

by Catherine Dold | Feb 23, 2017 | Bookshelf, People in Recovery, Recovery | 0 |

They soon realize they need to learn how to stay sober, while also repairing relationships, restoring health, and picking up the pieces of a career.

Faith of a Different Sort

by C. Scott McMillin | Oct 8, 2015 | People in Recovery, Recovery | 0 |

True religious fanaticism is, in my experience, quite different from the sort of spiritual practice we find in most 12 Step groups.

Witnessing

by C. Scott McMillin | Sep 14, 2015 | Recovery | 0 |

You understand, on an emotional level, that you’re not really alone, and that everyone isn’t looking down on you for being who you are.

Working the Program

by C. Scott McMillin | Sep 3, 2015 | Recovery | 2 |

Maybe for some individuals, whose goal is simply to get off drugs and meet like-minded people, a 12 Step fellowship fits the bill better than, say, the local church or civic group.