11: What are the Signs of Drug and Alcohol Abuse

What if your loudest friendships were really reinforcing your worst habits—and real connection began when you chose to stand apart? This conversation breaks down the emotional reality of sobriety: why...

2 Feb 15min

Think one small decision can’t change everything? We break down how tiny concessions—a beer at a party, a shared pill, a split-second lapse—can stack into life-altering consequences teens never see co...

26 Jan 14min

The most dangerous part of rescuing someone from addiction isn’t the visible chaos—it’s the unseen pull. We explain why boundaries save lives, how unsupportive relationships can quietly undermine sobr...

19 Jan 12min

Confidence isn’t built in the mirror—it’s built through consistent action. We kick off the year by rejecting quick fixes and focusing on what actually works: showing up. From first-day nerves at a cro...

12 Jan 13min

The quiet thought many people carry—“I think I’m drinking too much”—deserves clarity, not shame. This blog outlines what to do when alcohol starts draining your energy, patience, and plans, and how to...

5 Jan 12min

The most painful words a parent ever whispers are often the quietest: “If only.” This conversation lives in the moment before regret—helping parents and partners recognize meaningful changes in teens...

29 Dec 202516min

Ever told yourself it was “just one hit” or “just one drink” and felt the urge to hide it? We tackle those quiet decisions that derail recovery, showing why even a small slip is still a relapse—and ho...

22 Dec 202515min

Thinking about skipping a meeting because the holidays feel busy and bright? We bring that impulse into the light and show why daily meetings act as a real buffer between you and relapse—the truth is ...

15 Dec 202515min