Is Mixing Energy Drinks with Alcohol Safe?
Energy drinks are beverages with high levels of stimulant substances (generally sugar, caffeine, and herbal extracts) marketed as a quick solution to increase mental awareness and physical performance. Red Bull,…
Buprenorphine: FDA Warnings Include Tooth Decay
Buprenorphine is one of the most effective medications for treating opioid use disorder (OUD). When combined with counseling and behavioral therapies, buprenorphine can help people with opioid addiction achieve and…
How Cinderella Syndrome Impacts Addiction
Cinderella syndrome (also sometimes referred to as a Cinderella complex or the Cinderella effect) is a psychological condition when a person has “an unconscious desire to be taken care of…
7 Tips for Dealing with Stress in Sobriety
Nothing can hijack sobriety progress quite like stress. The emotional response can trigger cravings, disrupt emotional stability, impair decision-making abilities, undermine coping strategies, and exacerbate mental health issues. That’s why…
90 in 90: A Strong Start to Recovery in AA
There are quite a few mantras widely used by AA’ers—many you have very likely heard before—like “Easy does it”, “Keep it simple”, or “One day at a time”. But they’re…
What Does Principles Before Personalities Mean in AA?
In Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), the last of the Twelve Traditions uses the phrase “Principles before personalities.” If you, like many other AA members, are stumped by what that means or…
The Serenity Prayer: Do You Know the Long Version?
When most people think of the Serenity Prayer, they often recall the powerful opening lines: “God, grant me the serenity to accept things I can not change, the courage to…
The 10 Fundamental Components of Recovery
Recovery is a multifaceted, personal journey involving more than symptom reduction. It’s about building a fulfilling, meaningful life, regardless of mental health challenges. At the heart of this journey lies…
15 Alcoholics Anonymous Acronyms You Need to Know
If you’ve spent any amount of time in an Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) meeting or have begun your journey in recovery, you’ve probably encountered a flurry of acronyms. While these shorthand…
The Alcoholics Anonymous Code: Love & Tolerance
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) is a worldwide organization that aims to assist people in overcoming alcohol addiction by using a 12-step program and the mutual support of its members. AA’s teachings…