Finding the motivation this winter to build new routines, let alone participate in Dry January (where you cut out alcohol and other substances for an entire month), can seem impossible. For some, taking a break from substances could feel like
Winter holidays can sneak up with a mix of stress, joy, and a whole lot of emotional noise, especially in recovery. You might feel triggered, overwhelmed, or lost and alienated when everyone else seems hellbent on spreading holiday cheer. That’s
You might have seen something online about dopamine patches and thought, wait, can you actually get dopamine like a nicotine patch? It may seem simple: A steady drip of dopamine gives you a rush of happiness—just like exercise, a good
The right recovery treatment approach can look different for everyone. This blog walks you through what Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) is, why it might or might not work for you, and introduces options—especially right here in Iowa—that may feel like a