New Year’s Eve is one of the most alcohol-centric nights of the year, which can make it particularly challenging for anyone in recovery. The expectation to celebrate, party, and drink at midnight is deeply embedded in our culture. But your sobriety matters more than any social pressure or tradition. Getting through New Year’s Eve sober isn’t just…
Finding the perfect gift for someone in recovery — or being in recovery yourself and hoping loved ones understand what would truly help — can feel complicated during the holidays. When so many gifts involve wine baskets, cocktail sets, or brewery tours, it’s worth reimagining what thoughtful giving looks like when sobriety is part of the picture. …
You pour a drink at 5 p.m. like always, answer that one last email, tell yourself you’re fine, because everything still looks fine. But lately, it’s taking more to stay level. And you’re starting to wonder: what if this isn’t sustainable? From the outside, everything might look fine. Of course: You’re showing up to work.…
Ever since social distancing became the norm, many of us have much more time on our hands at home. From catching up on Netflix shows to picking up new hobbies, we’re all finding ways to cope with the stress that the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has wrought upon our daily lives. But what if your loved…
It’s allergy season, which means you’re probably grabbing for the Benadryl more often than you typically do. You may have even done this before grabbing a beer or glass of wine to close out the evening. Since you can get Benadryl over the counter, it doesn’t cross your mind that it might be dangerous to…
Anyone who has allergies knows the dreaded feeling of waking up to a runny nose and a sore throat. From that moment, you know your day is going to get a lot more frustrating. If you’re someone who sneezes, coughs and sniffles through allergy season, you want to do everything you can to manage your…
For many people, anxiety and panic are feelings that they have to wrestle with each day. But managing your panic or anxiety can sometimes feel overwhelming. Anxiety and panic feed off each other, and left unchecked, they can leave you paralyzed. Xanax is a prescription drug that can help anyone suffering from anxiety find relief.…
During World War II, there was a kelpie dog named Gunner. This stray dog was found after an enemy air raid against the Allied forces. After being saved by the Royal Australian Air Force, Gunner went on to repay the kindness that was shown to him. Thanks to his amazing hearing, Gunner was able to…
There was a time when you knew all of the best spots in Cleveland to drink and party. But now that you’re in recovery or trying to improve your health, being around people who drink is a real threat to your sobriety. That might leave you with no choice but to avoid bars and all…
You’re out drinking with your friends on a Saturday night. After a long, hard week at work, all you want to do is relax and enjoy yourself. And before you even finish your first drink, one of your friends has already bought another round. As more drinks come your way throughout the night, a haziness…