Best Non-Alcoholic Cocktails for the Holidays
Looking to get into the spirits without getting into the spirits? We’re here to help. Here are some of our favourites from years past: Cranberry-Apple Cider Punch(Modified from here) A fizzy and...
View ArticlePerspective: The Magic of Holiday Fellowship
by Tony A. When I was very young, the holiday season was a very special time for me. It was a magical time of the year — a time of love, joy, laughter, giving and fabulous food, and everyone was so...
View ArticlePerspective: Present for the Holidays
by Edward S. (Punanai 2012) The holidays are supposed to be a time of joy, a time to be with those you love the most. When I was drinking this wasn’t always the case. The alcoholic life required a...
View ArticlePartying: 16 Tips for Enjoying Holiday Parties When You’re in Recovery
Holiday time is usually party time, whether with family, friends, or colleagues. The good news is that we can still have fun at parties! We just have to be a bit extra vigilant, especially if we’re...
View ArticleVideo: In Addiction Recovery, We Need to Connect with Others During the Holidays
For those in addiction recovery, there may be a desire to lock yourself in the basement during the holiday season until it’s over. However, connecting with others and attending communal events are...
View ArticleVideo: How Do You Spend New Year’s Eve Sober?
Journalist and author Jane Velez-Mitchell speaks candidly about how she has celebrated New Year’s Eve in the 17 years she has been sober. The post Video: How Do You Spend New Year’s Eve Sober?...
View ArticleNew Year’s Eve Tips for Those in Recovery
by Tara Hill New Year’s Eve is a night where most people look forward to partying. Part of celebrating December 31st, involves drinking alcohol. For many people, consuming alcoholic beverages on...
View ArticlePerspective: What It’s Like to Be Sober on New Year’s Eve
by Ash Thoms It’s New Year’s Eve, and waking up to that realization is exciting. The new year is so close, with new experiences, friends, happiness and trials to be had. I spend the first few moments...
View ArticlePerspective: My Sober New Year’s Eve
by Carlos Herrera I’m happy I know how to turn down my drinking buddies on the biggest partying night of the year. But that doesn’t mean it’s always easy. This New Year’s Eve, when the clock hits...
View ArticleHow to Have Fun and Stay in Recovery During the Holidays
For many people, the holiday season is a time for celebration with friends and family, and hopefully the same is true for you. For many in recovery, however, there is a tremendous amount of anxiety at...
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