Posts by ericr

Taking Stock of Intimacy and Sex in Our Lives Before Sobriety Welcome to all in the sober community, our SOBRLIFE friends and family (and any ‘normies’ too) interested in a topic that attracts a lot of attention, and yes, anxiety as well. And if you’re reading this you’re probably curious about or thinking about doing…

Getting Started with Step 3 and Diving Into Action Since 1935, Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) has been a lifeline for millions of people struggling with alcoholism. At the heart of AA’s program are the 12 Steps, a set of principles to help us get sober and live a happy, sober life. Among those steps, Step 3…

Minimizing the Mind Altering Effects of Cold Medications When you’re in recovery from addiction, even a simple cold can present unexpected challenges. Finding safe cold medicines that won’t jeopardize your sobriety is crucial, but it can feel like navigating a minefield. At SOBRLIFE, we understand the importance of maintaining your recovery while managing common illnesses.…

Looking at Personal Tales of Dependence on Amphetamines To state the obvious: Adderall is a drug that stimulates the central nervous system. It may be prescribed to people who struggle with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder or narcolepsy. Adderall can also be abused, and an addiction can develop. Recognizing the signs of Adderall abuse is crucial…

Can a Recovering Addict Get Custody Back: How it is Done Regaining custody after drug use is tough but there’s a way back. This post will walk you through the ways to get custody back after drug use, what you need to do to prove your recovery and provide a stable home for your child.…

Looking at the Ways to Rid Cannabis from Your System To get aside the technicalities, THC is the more common name for tetrahydrocannabinol. Unless you’ve been living on the moon, you already know that THC is the main ingredient in marijuana that causes many of the drug’s notorious psychological effects. But let’s get started on…

Recovery Talk About the Spiritual Awakening Process If you are in recovery or know someone who is, you know the truth. Getting clean and sober is tough. Let’s just say recovering from a drug or alcohol addiction is a physical and mental process. At SOBRLIFE, most of us are men and women in recovery, and…

SOBRLIFE and the Real Launch of Recovery for All of Us Greetings once more to our growing friends of the SOBRLIFE community! In our ongoing series about the sobriety and recovery movement’s past, present, and future, I am excited to share some thoughts on a topic close to my heart: “Recovery for All.”  My own…

Our latest guide from SOBRLIFE kicks off a series of articles, as we delve into the origins of the sobriety movement. It also happens to explain a lot about why we are passionate about promoting an inclusive vision of sobriety and recovery for all!  With this post, we’re diving into the life and work of…

Can You Drink Alcohol Again After a Long Time in Recovery? One of the most contentious issues among people in the recovery community is the question, “Can recovering alcoholics ever drink again?” This debate stirs significant discussion among people in sobriety, although we feel it is not a particularly complex dialogue. At heart, most of…