The Watershed Career Program: Get A Job In Recovery

The Watershed Career Program: Get A Job In Recovery

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The Watershed Career Program: Get A Job In Recovery

Adele At The Oscars: An Alcoholic With Soul

 Adele's soulful nature, catchy songs, and humble personality have won the affection of millions, especially from those in recovery from drug addiction and alcoholism.

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Motivational Meditation Monday: If You Fail, Keep Trying

 

“Don't be afraid to fail. Don't waste energy trying to cover up failure. Learn from your failures and go on to the next challenge. It's OK to fail. If you're not failing, you're not growing.” – H. Stanley Judd

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Motivational Meditation Monday: If You Fail, Keep Trying

 

 

The Zen Of Zombie: An Alcoholics Perception

In recovery we begin to find inspiration everywhere. One of the greatest ways we can tap into that inspiration is by engaging in inspiring activities; such as books, art, and music. I received a gift a while back from someone who knew I loved anything to do with horror.

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The Zen Of Zombie: An Alcoholics Perception

Suicide Prevention: Know The Signs To Help

To to help someone who may be suicidal and how to recognize the warning signs.

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The Watershed Staff: We Understand Addiction

 

 

At The Watershed, you will be in the care of experienced professionals; as well staff who have also recovered from addiction with the help of our treatment programs.

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The Watershed Staff: We Understand Addiction

Mindy McCready: Did Substance Abuse Lead To Suicide?

 

Mindy McCready, famous country singer, dies at 37 of apparent suicide. Substance abuse may be to blame.

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Motivational Meditation Monday: Gossip

“Don't waste your time with explanations: people only hear what they want to hear.”

― Paulo Coelho

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Working In Recovery: How Can I Find Fulfilment In My Job?

Returning to the workforce in early recovery is often challenging and sometimes can be downright miserable. Some of the circumstances you might face when you begin your vocational journey are:
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Happy Valentine’s Day: What Is Love?

It’s Valentine’s Day and love is in the air… for some of us anyway. For others, it’s an ugly reminder of those feelings of being less-than, being single, or worse – not feeling loved at all. One question that really comes to mind is: What is love?

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Scientology Drug Rehab: Narconon May Faces Criminal Charges

String of Deaths Launch Investigation Of Scientology Drug Rehab: Narconon May Faces Criminal Charges

Recovery Tip: The Truth Will Set You Free!

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Motivational Meditation Monday: Friendships

Friendship is born at that moment when one person says to another: "What! You too? I thought I was the only one.”

― C.S. Lewis

Meditation Reading: Building Friendships In Recovery

Why Women Don’t Seek Addiction Treatment

When it comes to substance abuse treatment, women may actually be less likely to get help for their drug addiction or alcoholism than men are.

 Find out why: Woman In Recovery.

Why Do I Need Detox From Drugs Or Alcohol

For many addicts and alcoholics, the thought of detox can be frightening. Fears associated with both physical and mental pain prevent many individuals from getting clean and sober.

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Synthetic Marijuana vs. Natural Marijuana

“December 16, 2012, Emily Bauer, a 16 year old girl from Cypress, Texas, nearly died as a direct result of smoking synthetic weed labeled "potpourri" (also commonly known as spice or K2).” 

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Synthetic Marijuana vs. Natural Marijuana

Motivational Meditation Monday: Love Self

“The only person who can pull me down is myself, and I'm not going to let myself pull me down anymore.”

― C. JoyBell C.

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Motivational Meditation Monday: Love Self

NDFW: Facts & Myths About Popular Drugs & Alcohol

Myth #1- Coffee sobers you up if you have been drinking:   False: This is an old one that has been perpetuated through movies and pop culture for a long time. Coffee, cold showers and “sweating it out” are all strategies that do not work.  The truth is that time is the only thing that sobers a person up.  The body needs time to break down and process the alcohol and no amount of cold showers can speed up the time it takes your liver to do that work.   Click here to learn more about the myths associated with drugs: Drug Facts