Emerging from the fog of a difficult period in life can feel like being reborn into chaos. Recovery, whether from substance abuse, illness, or injury, demands more than just healing the body; it requires rebuilding a life. A well-structured daily routine is often the foundation for a successful recovery, providing predictability and a sense of […]
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Shannon Moore’s Transformation: From WWE Stardom to Championing Recovery
In the high-stakes world of professional wrestling, where physical prowess and charismatic personas capture global audiences, few stories resonate with the transformative power of redemption and recovery quite like that of Shannon Moore. Once a celebrated WWE star, Moore’s journey from the brink of personal despair to becoming a beacon of hope for those struggling […]
How to Handle The Holiday Season in Recovery
The holiday season can be a challenging time for those in recovery. With social gatherings often centered around alcohol and other potential triggers, navigating this festive period requires a strategic approach to maintaining sobriety. This article hopes to explore these challenges and offer tips, support, and guidance for navigating this tricky time of year. The […]
Honoring Veterans: Overcoming Addiction and Finding Hope
Veterans Day is a time when our nation comes together to honor and express our gratitude to the brave individuals who have selflessly served our country. It is a day to reflect on the sacrifices they’ve made, the challenges they’ve faced, and the resilience they embody. However, it’s essential to recognize that many veterans carry […]
Honoring National Opioid Awareness Day on September 21st
For too long, the opioid epidemic has concerned people all over the world and, especially, those in America. As a result, National Opioid Awareness Day was established to shed light on the devastating impact of opioid misuse, drug overdose, and opioid use disorder to promote education and prevention efforts. The late 1990s marked the beginning […]
September Is National Recovery Month: What Do You Need To Know?
In September, people across the nation come together to recognize National Recovery Month. This month is dedicated to celebrating the resilience and recovery of individuals who have battled and triumphed over substance use disorders. Furthermore, it’s a reminder that recovery is an ongoing journey that requires support, understanding, and awareness from all of us. This […]
Group Therapy Topics for Adults in Substance Abuse Treatment
Substance abuse is a serious problem affecting millions of adults worldwide. To help individuals overcome their addiction, many addiction treatment facilities incorporate group therapy sessions in their programs. Group therapy is a common form of treatment in addiction recovery, which involves individuals participating in therapy sessions with a group of their peers. Group therapy ultimately allows […]
The Importance of National Recovery Month
Riverside Recovery of Tampa has partnered with Tampa’s 102.5 The Bone again this year to Break the Stigma of addiction. Every Saturday morning, Jotham Fady, Director of Admissions and Marketing will be representing Riverside Recovery in having an honest conversion about where you are in your relationship with substance use and also addiction. Whether you […]
Self-Discovery for Recovery
We can truly start to heal and grow when we learn about ourselves. Self-discovery is the road to self-knowledge, empowerment, and inner peace. Here’s how it can enhance our recovery journeys. Our recovery work is multilayered and multifaceted, and what it all boils down to, ultimately, is a process of self-discovery. We don’t always view […]
Humility, Pride, and Recovery
Humility teaches us that we have a lot to learn from others and it’s okay to accept help. Pride closes us off to other people and ourselves. Here’s why it’s important to drop the pride and embrace humility in recovery. Part of our recovery work involves shedding certain personality traits and character defects as we […]