Relapse: Does It Happen To Everyone?
There is a lot of debate about whether or not relapse is bound to happen. Is it inevitable, or does it depend on circumstance? The idea of having a relapse may sound terrifying to you. It’s the last thing you want to happen when you’re in recovery. However, by understanding the causes of relapse, the […]
Dating in Recovery: But What If They Don’t Accept My Sobriety?
You match with someone on a dating app and they ask you out for drinks. Uh-oh! Dating in recovery comes with some social obstacles if people aren’t aware of your sober lifestyle. From miscommunication to outright rejection, navigating the dating world in recovery can be stressful or even downright dangerous. Here are some tips on […]
How Do I Avoid Burnout in Recovery?
At the beginning of recovery, you might feel inspired and ready to start your new life. You’ve completed treatment. You’ve rebuilt your life. You’ve gone to plenty of meetings. You’ve got a routine. Now, it’s time to live the rest of your life. Things might start to feel a little too boring – a little […]
How Do I Know Which Sponsor Is Right for Me?
You’ve probably heard of 12-Step programs before, and if you’re in early recovery, you’ve probably either attended a meeting already or might be considering attending one soon. The meetings can feel intense, considering you’re in a room full of strangers talking about something extremely personal and uncomfortably heavy. On top of all that, it can […]
8 Reasons Why Your Family Can Be Your Greatest Support System in Recovery
Family dynamics often become a roller coaster ride in the throes of addiction, even if only one member of the family is addicted to alcohol or other substances. Trust in each other erodes completely, daily family time is zeroed down, and behavior at home may be unacceptable, not to mention the mental toll on every […]
Help Your Spouse and Family Recover From Your Addiction, Too
Your addiction history is likely a long, sad, complicated story. Surely it is comprised of nerve-wracking episodes of behavioral and mental trauma as well as physical nightmares. However, this is the time to let bygones be bygones and start fresh. It’s time to leave your history behind and look forward to an addiction-free and happy […]
The Moral of the Story: Don’t Lose Hope
Nobody ever said the recovery journey would be easy. It’s a life-changing process that detoxifies your body, refreshes your mind, and renews your hope and soul for the years ahead. This kind of transformation deserves the time, attention, and effort it requires. There’s no doubt that alcohol and drug addiction can be harmful in many […]
Five Lessons to Help Renew Your Life After Addiction
Addiction to alcohol or drugs is bound to alter your life in countless ways. Addiction can hamper your personal, professional, social, and family life and cause seemingly irreparable harm at times. Your social image changes, family ties are broken, friendships fade, and intimate relationships are affected, in addition to your own physical and mental deterioration. […]
What We Believe About the Power of Recovery
Alcohol and addiction recovery has never been thought of as an easy journey. In fact, recovery is a lifelong journey for those who chose it, as everyone in recovery will experience challenging temptations and triggers throughout their life. Jaywalker Lodge is fueled by self-discovery and healing. It’s a place where we motivate men to find […]
The Person I Love Is in Recovery. How Should I Treat Them?
If the person you love is in recovery, there are a few important things to keep in mind that will not only strengthen your connection with each other but also strengthen the relationship you have with yourself. While many of us have loved ones in recovery, some of us are the ones in recovery. We […]
