By Haley Kennedy, Recovery Coach – 1.14.2022 – In recovery, we learn a lot about honesty, open-mindedness, and willingness. These three concepts are integral to spiritual growth. Honesty, although challenging, can be fruitful. Open-mindedness allows us to remain open to hearing and trying new things. Willingness requires that open-mindedness; we must be willing to listen […]
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The 12 Days of Christmas-What Recovery Gave to Me.
By Haley Kennedy, Recovery Coach – 12.20.2021 – Most of us who embark on the journey of recovery have done so because we’re sick and tired of being sick and tired – we wanted something better than the desperation, dysfunction, and despair that accompanies the disease of addiction. The first time we walked through the […]
Beat the Winter Blues
By Haley Kennedy, Recovery Coach – 12.3.2021 – Maintaining recovery can be a day-to-day struggle for anyone, but for some, getting through the winter months offers even greater challenges. It isn’t unusual for anyone to feel a little “down in the dumps” during the winter; when those feelings become intense, it could be a sign […]
Celebrating Safely, Comfortably, and Joyously as a Family.
By Haley Kennedy, Recovery Coach – 11.19.2021 – This time of year can be stressful for anyone, especially those recovering from substance use disorder. But I doubt many of us take a minute to think about the special set of challenges it presents for our families and loved ones. I don’t know about you… but […]
You Never Run Out of Options if You Have Hope.
By Haley Kennedy, Recovery Coach – 11.5.2021 – We use and hear the word “hope” all the time. We hope for the best, we hope someone has a good day, we hope something works out. It’s a little world that plays a big role and can often be the difference between giving up and holding […]
Sometimes It Hurts More to Pretend It Doesn’t.
By Haley Kennedy, Recovery Coach – 10.22.2021 – Grief and loss are an inevitable part of life; but it seems to me that those of us affected by the disease of addiction, unfortunately, experience it in excess. And that sort of obstacle can certainly put someone’s recovery at risk. We might find ourselves thinking of, […]