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There is a belief held by many in the recovery field that a person can only recover if they are willing. This may seem obvious on its surface, but there is more to this concept than that surface level. Willingness is more than simply showing up. Willingness lies in rigorous honesty, and it is only…
Anyone who has flown probably remembers the inflight instructions before takeoff. Particularly the portion that discusses placing your own oxygen mask on first before assisting others. Well, we can think of no better analogy than this when it comes to healthcare professionals getting the 12-Step recovery help they sometimes require. Addiction is not an exclusive disease.…
Did you know that some of the principal founders of the Temperance Movement in the 19th Century were spouses concerned about the dangers brought about by their husband’s drinking? One of the founders, Frances Willard, is often remembered with a fist in the air exclaiming to crowds of exacerbated spouses, “We must do everything for…
The family is often the first to detect if a loved one is struggling with addiction. Often no one knows more than the immediate family, and often no one is more affected by addiction than the family. However, while the family is usually the saving grace for many struggling family members, they can be overlooked…
It is important to understand that 12-Step recovery and the healthcare industry are not separate; rather, they have long been intrinsically intertwined. In a letter written in 1966, co-founder of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) Bill Wilson wrote, “Thankfully, we have accepted the devoted services of many nonalcoholic. We owe our very lives to the men and women of…
A prominent concept in 12-Step recovery is to live your life one day at a time. Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) “focuses on the 24 hours ahead.” This daily breakdown allows those in recovery to avoid their regrets of the past and frets for the future. However, for many in recovery, there must be more than an…
Cofounder of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and founding board member of High Watch Recovery Center, Bill Wilson, once wrote on the concept of service in recovery, “And he well knows that his own life has been made richer, as an extra dividend of giving to another without any demand in return.” This is one of the primary messages…
Nearly 90 years ago, two men came together with a unified struggle: the struggle of addiction. These men determined that in order to stay sober, they must work with others in recovery. This became imperative. This became the primary purpose, which is now discussed in a 12-Step meeting every hour of every day all over the world.…
Understanding Ritalin Ritalin is the brand name commonly used for the medication methylphenidate. This stimulant drug impacts the central nervous system (CNS), increasing communication levels between nerve cells throughout the brain and body. Methylphenidate has similar effects to amphetamine and cocaine. There are a number of street names for Ritalin, including: Kiddie cocaine R-ball Skippy…
What is Alcohol Use Disorder? Alcohol use disorder (AUD) condition characterized by an addiction to alcohol, a depressive substance used by much of the global population. Alcohol addiction – or AUD – is a powerful condition that is characterized by chronic, relapsing drinking despite its negative impact on a person’s life. The mental health disorder…
