Holidays can be a challenging time for those of us in recovery, and Valentine’s Day is no exception. Societal pressures of what we should be doing on this day can lead to additional stress and further intense emotions. Many of…
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Thoughts for Valentine’s Day: What Those with Mental Illness Need in Relationships
Mental illness can affect virtually aspect of our lives. Our intimate relationships, our work day, our home life, relationship with our kids, and more. If you’re in a relationship with someone who has a mental illness, there are certain things…
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Valentine’s Day Mantras to Set Your Day Off Right
Whether you are in recovery for mental health or substance abuse, Valentine’s Day can raise some concerns. Most of us in recovery haven’t had time for a relationship because we’ve been trying to focus on developing the tools we need…
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5 Valentine’s Day Dates That Will not Impact Your Recovery
Valentine’s Day can easily cause stress and anxiety for those of us in recovery. Perhaps you’ve just begun your journey to recovery and you are nervous about societal expectations that are often placed on this holiday – being in a…
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Sober Ways to Celebrate Valentine’s Day
As someone explained their story of recovery and sobriety on Vice Magazine, they also described their feelings of panic on Valentine’s Day like this: “Every time Valentine’s Day approaches closer and closer, being single hits me with a sense of…
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