Laura Millán

Alcoholics do not often call themselves alcoholics, and try to deny problems associated with their drinking altogether. Denying drinking negatively affects one’s life is one of the first steps down the descent of alcoholism. Once honesty with oneself and loved ones regarding substance use is lost, it is near-inevitable to be grasped by the clutches of a full-blown addiction. There are a number of common behaviors that alcoholics exhibit. It is important to take an honest view of oneself or your loved one to determine if behaviors masking alcoholism are present. These justifications or actions can keep an alcoholic denying

December 02, 2021

The need to destress after a workday, or any day for that matter, is needed by every person. The modern age has many conveniences, but many are detrimental to the health of the average person. Moderation is key in every aspect, but it is very easy to get pulled into excess in just about any area. When this excess is combined with alcohol, extremely negative ramifications will inevitably occur. Having set habits to fall back on for de-stressing after work is important, determining the best habits for you takes time, for everyone, addict or not. The average time for a

November 30, 2021

Alcoholics at times do not comprehend the ramifications they have on their own lives, so recognizing the effects on those around them often goes unnoticed. Having the understanding to recognize patterns that destabilize normalcy can stop a vicious cycle from occurring. There are multiple routes to the formation of negative cycles in people’s lives, recognizing these prior to falling into their traps will ensure a more balanced life. If one is objective about the outcome of their actions, it would be easy for anyone to recognize the importance of changing their actions. The effects of alcoholism on children can be

November 28, 2021

Addiction is very misunderstood in our society, to the detriment of many. With the many misconceptions come negative stigmas, or thoughts regarding addiction. These patterns of thought can create paradigms in society which can negatively influence a person’s judgement to get clean, or to even help those trying to get clean. The myths surrounding addiction need to be explored and discussed so addiction is no longer taboo. The more these topics are discussed and understood, the easier finding treatment options will be. Myth 1: Addiction is a sign of weakness This is a very common misconception in our society. It

November 25, 2021

Developing an addiction to alcohol takes time, and can easily be dismissed as just “social drinking” or being used to simply “unwind.” Though it is possible to drink this way, individuals who are predisposed to addiction can become trapped in a vicious cycle. If you or someone you love can fall into these paradigms, it is important to know the steps towards recovery. Knowing what steps to take towards recovery is like having a map to a destination you are driving. Addiction is the place that you want to leave behind, and sobriety you want to find. The road is

November 22, 2021

Starting down the path of sobriety can at times seem to be a momentous endeavor. Acknowledging one’s addictions and making the conscious decision to overcome them is the first, but not the easiest step on your road to recovery. Take each day, each moment, as a victory as we are not guaranteed every minute that we are granted, and every second that you spend heading towards your recovered and sober self is another second that you have taken for yourself. You are in control of your life, and that’s not the simplest thing to remember, but it is critical in

November 18, 2021

Sobriety is a difficult journey. Everyone goes through their sobriety journey in a different way, though it manifests itself with different challenges for each person that decides to better themselves. Holidays are one of those typical times where the drinks flow, the drugs are accessible, and the time that you have with friends and family is seldomly done sober. While this isn’t the case for every American household, in 2019 a study found that just about 70% of people drank alcohol at some point during the year. While it’s impossible to determine the time that each person drank, it’s safe

November 15, 2021

There are plenty of reasons to live an alcohol free lifestyle, and since you are looking at this page, maybe you are ready to live that way. Since many people use alcohol as an escape or at parties, they assume it is the catalyst for fun. In reality, it simply releases inhibitions, suppresses memory and diminishes cognitive reasoning. Many who first start on the road to sobriety believe that they are missing out on something when giving up alcohol, but this is not true. When drinking, that is when one is truly missing out. Below is a list of fifteen

November 12, 2021

Sobriety Tattoos are a way that some people like to celebrate their sobriety. There are mixed feelings regarding this practice. On one hand, some people view it as a way to celebrate their sobriety with a permanent marking, indicating the date they became sober or with a symbol associated with recovery. Though some can view this as a meaningful memento, it can lead to deep regrets, especially if there is a relapse. Through this article, we will outline some of the negative ramifications of getting a sobriety tattoo, and why it should be considered very carefully before one jumps into

November 08, 2021

People going through recovery or those helping others through recovery know that sobriety is not an easy thing to accomplish. Sobriety gifts are an ideal way to treat yourself or others through sobriety. These gifts do not need to be extravagant or expensive, simple tokens of recognition can have a powerful impact on the road to recovery. What are Sobriety Gifts? Sobriety Gifts are items to give yourself or loved ones going through recovery. Simple tokens or actions can make a difference in the sobriety journey. Gifts indicate that one recognizes the difficult path which sobriety poses. It is important

November 02, 2021

Sobriety is such a difficult journey. From the moment one decides to get clean to every subsequent day after that, sobriety is a struggle. Important milestones are few and far between, and that’s why it’s critical to recognize and celebrate each big milestone. Little victories are still important to celebrate, but getting through one’s first year of sobriety is a huge accomplishment and something that should be recognized and celebrated with friends and family. A full year of sobriety is a year full of new discoveries and learning about yourself in a new way. Sort of like meeting an old

October 29, 2021

Stress is a huge part of everyone’s life. Dealing with stress is part of the human experience, and dealing with stress well is one of the key determining factors in successful individuals. There are plenty of ways to deal with stress, and whether you want to deal with it or not, your body will try to deal with whatever stress that you have in some way or another. Ignoring the stress and hoping that your body will figure it out as it goes will not work, as your body will deal with the stress in some way or another. Those

October 26, 2021

Relapsing is an unfortunate aspect of recovery. Relapsing is not part of everyone’s story, but it does exist and many who choose to get clean and try recovering will struggle with relapse. The numbers aren’t concrete, but somewhere between 45%-60% of people that undergo recovery relapse at some point during their recovery. This doesn’t say anything about long term recovery however, as many people who relapse get back on track again and manage to get clean entirely. This statistic does speak to the rates of those who go through relapse. Relapse shouldn’t be expected, but it should be prepared for.

October 22, 2021

Alcohol is one of the most commonly consumed substances in the world. It surpasses culture, time, and location. It is universally consumed – but at what cost? What if I told you there was a drug that would make it hard for you to walk straight, not think clearly, make decisions you normally wouldn’t make, if you consumed too much too quickly or over a long period of time you would eventually die, and it made you mildly happy for an hour after you consumed it. Would you take the drug? Putting everything into perspective is helpful when evaluating what

October 18, 2021