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SLEEP. CAN I GET SOME?
THE STRUGGLE FOR SHUT-EYE IN RECOVERY
Can’t sleep? Tossing and turning? Racing thoughts? Crazy dreams? You’re not alone. Dealing with insomnia or a screwy sleep pattern during recovery from drug and alcohol abuse is very common. It may even increase your risk for relapse. One study shows those in recovery to be five times more likely to suffer from insomnia than the rest of the population. Some sleep problems can be short-lived for users, lasting only through withdrawal. But for others, like recovering alcoholics, problems can persist for weeks, months or even years.
read moreNEW YEARS RESOLUTIONS IN RECOVERY
DO I REALLY NEED THEM?
It’s that time of year when everybody’s talking about their resolutions for the New Year. We’ve heard them all; quit smoking, lose weight, go to the gym, make more money, etc. etc. For those of us in recovery, having resolutions to begin with might seem to fly in the face of 12 step thinking where everything is in the here and now. Regardless, let’s put all those big, often unattainable, goals aside and focus on just a few small things we can do that might improve our chances for a sober 2017 and beyond.
read moreTHE WHOLE WORLD IS PARTYING! WHY CAN’T I?
YOU CAN. HERE’S HOW.
Yes, it’s the biggest party of the year. New Year’s Eve is the one night when it seems every person on earth is drinking and without shame, guilt or consequence.
Why else do they call it “amateur night”? It’s the holiday when normal drinkers suddenly go all sloppy and suck down in a single evening as much as they consumed in all the previous year. But for those of us in recovery, it can be an especially troubling time. Here’s some guidance and triggers to watch for.
read moreWHAT DO I GIVE MY LOVED ONE IN RECOVERY?
Let’s see. Last year, I gave my brother a bottle of scotch and my favorite co-worker a case of wine. But now, they’re in recovery. What’s a supportive gift giver to do? Here are some last-minute ideas.
read moreHOLIDAY TRIGGERS: SOME BIG ONES
We all know the holidays are loaded with relapse triggers. Here are a few of the ones that might be among the most dangerous to us in recovery.
MONEY, MONEY, MONEY. Financially, many of us in recovery have, for a variety of reasons, money troubles. This is the time of year when financial pressures can mount significantly. Who among us doesn’t want to get the best gifts possible for our loved ones, work peeps or others? Who doesn’t want to make the trip to grandma’s house by plane, train or automobile, despite the cost? Who doesn’t want to spring for the biggest tree, the tastiest ham, the coolest party hat (for the sober party)? Remember, you don’t have to give the costliest gifts, travel the farthest distance, put a star on the tallest tree. Do right by YOUR recovery. Take it easy on the cards and cash. That might ease some of the money stress.
read moreYES, YOU CAN HAVE A HAPPY AND SOBER HOLIDAY!
Here Are Some Ways to Enjoy the Holidays without relapsing.
Plan, Plan, Plan. Planning ahead could be the smartest thing we can do to avoid hitting the bottle or using. That means getting your support system ready. Holiday parties are going to happen whether you feel obligated to attend or not. When preparing for a party or any other holiday events it might be a good idea to hit a 12 step meeting or talk to your sponsor beforehand. He or she has been there. It might be wise to bring along a sober friend or call them before and after the event to make sure things are ok. Make certain you can leave when you wish, and don’t get stuck at the party without a “sober” way home! You don’t want to be in the backseat when a detour is made for closing time at the local pub.
read moreDenial And Alcohol And Drug Abuse
ADDICTION IS PROGRESSIVE . SOMETIMES QUICKLEY, SOMETIMES SLOWLEY. THE FIRST STEP IS ADDMITTING WE HAVE A PROBLEM , SOMETIMES BELIEVE IT OR NOT WE ARE THE LAST TO KNOW. WHEN A PERSON STUGGLING WITH ALCOHOLISM OR DRUG ABUSE OR IN DENIAL. THEIR DENIAL CAN BE SO STRONG THAT THEY BELIEVE THIS TO BE A REALITIY. “ I CAN QUIT ANYTIME’. ” ‘IM A BINGE DRINKER I DONT DRINK EVERYDAY’. ‘” IM NOT HURTING ANYONE BUT MYSELF”. THESE ARE JUST SOME OF THE THINGS WE TELL OUR SELVES OR OTHERS. THOSE WHO SUFFER FROM DENIAL DONT RECOGNIZE THAT SUBSTANCE ADDICTION IS THEIR PROBLEM. THE ADDICT HAS A HUNDRED FORMS OF SELF- DECEPTION, RATIONALIZATION, JUSTICATION AND POINTING OF THE FINGERS OF OTHERS THAT ITS THEIR FAULT. AS LONG AS THEY ARE UNABLE TO SEE BEYOND THEIR DENIAL THEY WILL NOT HAVE THE WILLINGNESS TO STAY SOBER. OR IF THEY DO IT MAY BE SHORT LIVED. WE BELIEVE WE OFFER HERE AT COMMON BOND REHAB CENTER A FREE ASSESSMENT NO STRINGS ATTACHED. WE BELIEVE THE BIGGEST AND TOUGHEST STEP TOWARDS RECOVERY IS DECIDING TO MAKE A CHANGE. IT’S NORMAL TO FEEL CONFLICT ABOUT GIVING UP DRUGS OR ALCOHOL EVEN IF THEY KNOW ITS MAKING THEIR LIFE UNMANAGABLE. SOBRIETY IS A LIFE LONG PROCESS THAT NEEDS NOT TO BE RUSHED. THAT’S WHY WE SAY, ‘ ITS ONE DAY AT A TIME’. HERE AT COMMON BOND WE BELIEVE IN OUR CLIENTS WE EDUCATE ABOUT ADDICTION AS A , NO FAULT, GENETIC DISORDER. WE SPEACIALIZE IN RELAPES PREVENTION AND ALSO HAVE REFERRALS TO NEAR BY SOBER LIVING HOMES. CALL US FOR A FREE ASSESSMENT WE ACCEPT MOST PPO...
read moreDrug & Alcohol Rehabilitation Center In Santa Clarita
Do you have a friend or a family member that is struggling with alcohol or drug addiction? Have you exhausted every attempt to help them? Common Bond Rehab Center is an Intensive drug and alcohol treatment center specializing in Relapse Prevention. My name is Sheri Smith and I am the CEO of Common Bond. May 28th, 2010 my family had an intervention and on June 1st,2010 is my sobriety date. After treatment I moved into a sober living home where I became the house manager soon after. I worked there for over 3 years to learn all I could so I could open my own. Also, while I was there I went back to school to become a drug and alcohol counselor. I opened www.Just4usgirls.com in March of 2014. It has been a complete success in helping women recover. I decided to open our co-ed drug and alcohol treatment center www.commonbondrehabcenter.com for people who need a higher level of care. I picked the name Common Bond because everyone that works here is in recovery themselves. We have a true understanding of what addiction is, through our own experience. The staff at Common Bond would LOVE to share our experience, strength, and Hope with you or your family. We use evidence based material and have treatment plans to fit your specialized needs. The first step is making the call for your free assessment. Sincerely, Sheri...
read moreJust For Us Girls
Just 4Us Girls is an associate luxurious sober living community for women that provides a safe sanctuary between primary treatment and the next step towards a healthy life in recovery. We believe that our addiction recovery programs must meet the unique needs of every individual, and your addiction counselors, group facilitators, and even the staff at Common Bond and Just 4Us Girls strive to address all of those influences of your genes and life situation. If you are seeking help with alcoholism or addiction we are here to be that help! Our mission is your...
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