People who have turned to substances to cope have often done so as a result of going through something that exceeded their ability to manage. Navigating something truly traumatic can leave us feeling broken, lost, and desperate for anything that will ease our...
You can’t keep it unless you give it away. That’s a common sentiment within the recovery community. It means that to stay sober, you have to help other people. At Safe Harbor Recovery Center in Portsmouth, Virginia, we encourage clients in our residential, partial...
It shouldn’t be a challenge to enjoy a few beers at a barbecue or wind-down cocktails with friends after work. Unfortunately, many factors contribute to alcohol addiction, so some people are simply healthier if they opt not to drink. However, there are other reasons...
If you’re new to recovery, you may be wondering what summer fun is going to look like in your future, and you may worry that your life is going to become boring. Recovery doesn’t have to be dull during the summer months—but it may take a little planning and creativity...
Recovering from addiction is hard, painful work, but not every aspect of recovery has to be heavy or difficult. One way you can strengthen your recovery is to make time to engage with nature. At Safe Harbor Recovery Center, in Portsmouth, Virginia, we encourage our...
After the darkness of active addiction, the relief of sobriety can make a person feel invincible. It’s important to remember, however, that long-term recovery is an ongoing journey with many ups and downs. Located in Portsmouth, Virginia, Safe Harbor Recovery Center...
