How to Cross the Bridge and Stay in the Light
“Be the light that helps others see.” Anonymous Are you struggling to stay in the light? There may come a time when you feel you […]
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The Truth About Pills: Powerful Interview with MaryBeth Cichocki
MaryBeth Cichocki, author of Letters to Matt, shares her journey about her son, Matthew and his use of pills. I’m honored to share MaryBeth’s interview
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What Would You Do Differently If You Weren’t Afraid?
Do you find yourself constantly afraid for your child’s safety? What would you do differently if you weren’t afraid? I heard this question asked on
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How to Empower Yourself Around Alcohol Use Disorder
Please welcome Lisa Frederiksen! In our interview, Lisa shares her insights on alcohol use disorder and the effect it has on family members. 1. Please
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Meet Dr. Donna LaPaglia: Partners for Hope
I am delighted to welcome Dr. LaPaglia who is running as part of the Partners for Hope team in the 2019 TCS New York City
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3 Amazing Resources That Can Help With Recovery
Are you looking for resources that will help your child stay in recovery? If your son or daughter is in the midst of their drug use,
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32 Terrific Podcasts That Support Recovery
Podcasts have exploded in recent years. There are shows on many different topics. As I was doing research on which shows to include in this
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How Labels Bring More Stigma and Shame to Addiction
Are wondering if you should call your child an addict or alcoholic? Would it help you to understand the negative connotation of labels? For many
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Tragedy and Resilience After a Drunk Driving Accident
Drunk driving is still the number #1 cause of death on our roadways. According to the CDC, “Every day, 29 people in the United States
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12 Tips For Parents to Consider
Often parents want tips on what to do when their child is struggling with substance use. I wish there was an easy answer. Unfortunately, this
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3 Ways to Help Your Child Regain Their Self-Confidence
What I hear so often is that our teens and young adults lack confidence in themselves. The dictionary defines confidence as having a feeling of
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How Bipolar Disorder Can Impact Your Life
According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, “Sixty-one percent of individuals with bipolar illness also have a substance abuse disorder.” The Partnership for Drug-Free
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Is it really “Just Marijuana?”
Are you concerned about your teen’s marijuana use? Do you worry that their marijuana use will interfere with their life? Many people say, “I don’t
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5 Ways to Find Peace and Joy in 2019
It’s hard to believe that 2018 is coming to a close. The year has gone by quickly and yet so much has taken place.
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How to Get Sober and Stoked
This is a guest post by Eugene Stiltner, Co-Founder of “Sober and Stoked”. If you are reading this, odds are that you’re in the middle of one
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