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Growth in Recovery: An Ode to Resilience (and Roses)
My grandmother Audrey raised roses. She is nearly 94, today, though most of my memories of her are still cloaked in the sweet perfumes of June. My barefoot…
Read more →A Shift in Perspective: Yoga at RECO
A miracle is simply a shift in perspective. I lie on my yoga mat, inhaling; this simple statement sits in the air. It is silent, now. My leggings…
Read more →RECO Writers: Welcome to Our Community
I was born with a worried mind. I’d imagine I was busy worrying before I could even speak. Am I drinking this bottle right? Am I crying too…
Read more →Sober Spotlight: Celebrities in Recovery
“For those of you who have relapsed, know that your experiences are not wasted, but serve to aid others who suffer. And remember, it is never too late…
Read more →Khat, the Dangerous Hybrid Hits the U.S.
I want Khat. No, I want a CAT. I lied… I don’t want either. Khat, actually pronounced ‘cot’, can easily be mistaken if you’re from Boston. Get it?…
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Thoughts on Living With and Loving a Recovering Addict
Living with and loving a recovering addict presents a unique set of challenges and opportunities for growth. The Best Mindfulness Techniques at RECO Intensive for 2024 At this…
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Bath Salts in Aisle 12
The phenomenon of legal highs, such as bath salts, has roots in the quest for substances that bypass traditional drug regulations. Emerging around the late 2000s, these synthetic…
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The Benefits of Holistic Addiction Recovery
In the journey towards achieving long-term recovery, understanding holistic addiction recovery is vital. It encompasses approaches that attend to the whole person rather than focusing solely on the…
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Parents of Addicts
Addiction is often described as a family disease due to its pervasive impact on every member of a household. Parents of people with an addiction are frequently thrust…
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