Recovering from addiction is a profound achievement, but sobriety is not just about stopping the use of alcohol or drugs—it’s about building a fulfilling and meaningful life beyond them. A significant part of that process involves finding purpose and setting goals. Purpose gives your sobriety a sense of direction, while achievable goals help you make…
The first 30 days of sobriety are often the most challenging yet incredibly important in laying the foundation for long-term recovery. The Compass Recovery team is here to help guide you through the beginning stages of recovery and assist you in making informed decisions about your care. The following steps can help you get started…
One question that we get asked frequently when individuals reach out looking for help with substance use disorder is “How do I know if I need detox?” At Compass Recovery, our certified drug and alcohol professionals can work with you to determine the appropriate level of care as you set out on your recovery journey.…
When Covid-19 emerged as a serious threat last spring, in-person recovery meetings shut down abruptly as many businesses, churches and community centers closed to the public. I panicked when I received a text that my daily morning twelve-step meeting was closed “indefinitely.” My routine was upended and I suddenly felt like I had been set…
Last week I wrote about the notorious Bermuda Triangle, those dangerous weeks constituting the terrible trifecta that is Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years. The holiday season can be incredibly difficult for those in recovery, no matter their religion, creed or spiritual practices. In fact, this time of year is such a danger zone for addicts…
Turn on the television in December, and you are bombarded with images of Christmas Joy — smiling families, a jolly, red-faced Santa, presents underneath the sparkling, crowded Christmas tree, tables piled with food — and alcohol. And that’s the thing. The holidays can be fraught with anxiety, depression and loneliness for addicts and alcoholics, whether…