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Creating an Effective Relapse Prevention Plan

[fa icon="calendar'] Jul 17, 2023 10:14:00 PM / by Staff Blog posted in Recovery, Sober Housing, Treatment Program

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Recovering from addiction can be daunting, with fear of relapse often being the source of great distress. Relapse refers to any return to substance abuse after an extended period of abstinence; it is a common occurrence among those in recovery and may be caused by various triggers like stress, boredom, or social pressure. However, relapse does not indicate failure of the recovery process but instead requires further work in maintaining sobriety; that's where relapse prevention plans come in handy.

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10 Common Myths About Alcoholism

[fa icon="calendar'] Jul 5, 2023 10:51:00 PM / by Staff Blog posted in alcoholism

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For the fellow truth-seekers, today, we're diving headfirst into the world of alcoholism. We're here to bust some common myths about alcoholism. So hold on tight as we embark on this myth-busting mission!

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Alcohol Use Disorder Symptoms: Recognizing and Understanding the Signs

[fa icon="calendar'] Jun 28, 2023 10:24:00 PM / by Staff Blog posted in Recovery, Recovery Program, Alcohol & Health

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Are you or someone you know struggling with excessive alcohol consumption? Are you uncertain about whether it qualifies as a disorder? You've come to the right place for knowledge on this matter! Here, we'll discuss and learn about alcohol use disorder symptoms and more.

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The Retreat celebrates 25 years opening doors to recovery

[fa icon="calendar'] Jun 22, 2023 12:09:02 PM / by Staff Blog posted in Alcoholics Anonymous, recovery process, Support Group, celebration

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Innovative center for addiction recovery has served 30,000 individuals and families

June 21, 2023 (WAYZATA, Minn.) – The Retreat, the Wayzata, Minn.-based continuum of care that provides recovery services, programs and community resources to individuals and families dealing with substance use disorder, marks its 25th anniversary on Wednesday, June 21. 

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Sponsorship and Sober Coaching

[fa icon="calendar'] Jun 22, 2023 8:15:00 AM / by Maj Donovan posted in Alcoholics Anonymous, recovery process, Recovery, Support Group

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What is the difference between sponsorship and sober coaching?  Can a person have both?  Can a person be both a sober coach and a sponsor?  

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The Top 6 Benefits of Sober Living and Why it Matters

[fa icon="calendar'] May 20, 2023 8:18:00 PM / by Staff Blog posted in Sober Housing, Family Sober Support

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Introduction

You know all too well how difficult it can be to overcome substance abuse, yet resources exist that can provide essential assistance. Sober living homes are one such environment that offers safe havens where those recovering can work through the early phases of sobriety while building meaningful relationships and honing essential life skills.

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Long-Term Recovery: Strategies for Staying Sober after Rehab

[fa icon="calendar'] May 11, 2023 12:42:20 AM / by Staff Blog

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Introduction

When it comes to addiction recovery, many people overlook the long-term implications. Long term recovery refers to maintaining sobriety after rehab and practicing healthy habits that prevent relapse. This requires more than just making a one-time decision; rather, it's an ongoing lifestyle choice requiring dedication and commitment on behalf of each individual.

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Pondering Purpose

[fa icon="calendar'] Apr 25, 2023 11:00:00 AM / by Connie Lawrence posted in Alcoholics Anonymous, recovery process, family recovery, alcoholism, Recovery

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Yesterday I flew with my daughter to Minneapolis for detox and treatment - an event I could only imagine in a faraway fantasy.  She called unexpectedly, after not talking to me for six months, and asked for help with the most desperate of states of heart/mind… begging to either die or get sober. 

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The Family of Origin Experience

[fa icon="calendar'] Apr 19, 2023 8:00:00 AM / by Maj Donovan posted in Alcoholics Anonymous, recovery process, alcoholism, Recovery

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I grew up in an alcoholic family.  As such I wasn’t imbued with a healthy sense of self.  I struggled with issues of low self-esteem.  I searched desperately for parental validation and proof that I was loved and worthy.  I was a child dealing with a very adult issue.  I had two alcoholic parents, and I didn’t have the coping techniques to deal with their alcoholism.

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Spirituality & Recovery

[fa icon="calendar'] Apr 12, 2023 9:22:46 AM / by John Curtiss posted in Alcoholics Anonymous, recovery process, alcoholism, Recovery

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On March 11, 2023, The New York Times ran a commentary by Maia Szalavitz titled “People Have a Right to Nonreligious Rehab” questioning the connection between religion/spirituality and recovery, and we felt it was important to present The Retreat’s view on the issues raised in this article.

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