I thought it would be a lot easier. It takes a lot of work. Recovery has consumed my life, but, so did using. There was no pink cloud for me,… read more →

I arrived at The Cabin on 10th July 2014, broken, scared and desperate. After 32 years of drinking and leaving all kinds of debris in my wake I had finally… read more →

A new year brings new opportunities for change and growth. For many people – addicts included – this takes the form of New Year’s resolutions. However, we all know that… read more →

Find out the difference between an apology and making amends – and how to properly make amends in addiction recovery. No one is perfect. We, as humans, are all inevitably… read more →

Recovery high schools are helping teen addicts maintain sobriety by focusing on recovery and their studies at the same time. Recovery high schools are popping up across not only the… read more →

Unsure what to get that special someone this year who is in addiction recovery? These sobriety gifts will definitely inspire! With Christmas just around the corner, you might be trying… read more →

So you’re living in addiction recovery… Find out why being sober is cool, sexy and taking the world by storm. Anyone who has entered addiction recovery, or decided to live… read more →

Your guide on how to Party Sober. These party planning tips will ensure your next party is a hit – substance free! Being sober doesn’t mean being boring. Go to… read more →

Having trouble staying sober? Use these tips to make your addiction recovery just a little bit easier. Whether you are considering drug rehab or alcohol rehab, or have already graduated… read more →

Which is better – harm reduction or abstinence-based recovery? Each have benefits, but one is definitely stronger than the other. When discussing addiction one thing is certain: addiction is devastating… read more →

Healing from addiction is difficult for every addict, but when codependency and addiction occur together, recovery can be even more difficult. Here, you will learn what codependency is, the relationship… read more →

Many people suffering from PTSD are also suffering from addiction – which is why addiction and PTSD treatment are often done co-currently. There are many factors which can pre-dispose people… read more →

Dating in addiction recovery can lead to relapse. Use these tips for dating in recovery to ensure you stay sober, healthy and strong. Let’s face it, dating can be stressful… read more →

Two main causes of relapse are personal triggers and stress. And while it may be somewhat easy for a recovering addict to avoid going to bars or hanging out with… read more →

In light of our last blog “Will the Stigma of Addiction Prevent this Much Needed Rehab from Being Built?” we take a look at the reasons why addiction still carries… read more →