The New World – What Christopher Columbus Can Teach Us About Recovery

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How to finally deal with alcohol addiction “You can never cross the ocean until you have the courage to lose sight of the shore.” We doubt Christopher Columbus was talking about alcohol addiction recovery with this quote. In fact, we’re sure of it. But with Thanksgiving this week, we couldn’t help but think about what […]

The Story of One, The Strength of Many A Heroin Addict’s Salvation

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At Breathe Life Healing Centers, we hear amazing stories of strength from recovering addicts all the time. But every once in a while, a story sticks with you. This past week, a story about a heroin addict has captured our minds and our hearts. The man known today as “Pops” was once one of most […]

Staying Sober During the Holidays: Simple Tips to Help You Navigate

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The holiday season is officially upon us (we know it’s official because Starbucks started using their red holiday cups). When you are going through recovery, the holidays can be a tricky time. Parties, family gatherings, even going shopping – these situations can be stressful and make you susceptible to relapsing. But there are many strategies […]

For Many Veterans: Accidental Addiction to Drugs

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It’s not a new story: Veterans come back from war with physical and mental scars. They suffer from PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) and they often struggle with drugs and alcohol to cope with the pain. It’s acknowledged by the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs: the link to information on Substance Abuse is listed just under […]

“Wake Up and Smell the Oreos”: Taking a Look at Food Addiction

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Since when do Oreos make national news? Since news sources like Time, the Washington Post, Forbes, ABC News, Today.com and many more all published articles this month on recent research that Oreos may be just as addictive – or more so – than cocaine. “What?” you may be thinking. True, it’s hard to resist dunking […]