Cinco de Mayo didn’t always involve tacos and tequila, and it’s often mistaken for the Mexican Independence Day. The fifth day of May is the Anniversary of the Battle of Puebla. Parts of Mexico and the United States celebrate the holiday in honor of a military victory in 1862 over Napoleon III’s French forces. So how…
As March fades away, spring flowers have started to bloom, the days are getting longer, and winter’s chill is fading away. Do you still need more reasons to celebrate? We’ve created a calendar full of April celebrations, including foodie holidays, such as Peanut Butter and Jelly Day, and other national observances, such as National Pet Day, to make…
Today is St. Patrick’s Day, which means many Americans will be wearing green, going to parades, and drinking. This can be a festive time, but if you are newly sober, the association between St. Patrick’s Day and alcohol also presents relapse risks. You may feel wary about the social aspect of the holiday, as it can…
Some ideas so you can enjoy a Sober Valentine’s Day Alcohol is the most commonly used drug in America. Unfortunately, it is also intertwined with people’s perception of a good time. As Valentine’s Day approaches, you might already be dealing with the stress of choosing a good date—don’t let alcohol be a contributing factor to your worries!…
Sobriety And The New Year We’ve all either heard of or made some resolutions for the New Year in the past. Some people vow to partake in more rigorous exercise or more mindful diets. Some make a resolution to travel more. And then some still make the resolution to enter sobriety, to abandon…
When clients want to embrace the holiday spirit without the spirits, but our culture doesn’t create an environment where we can question our relationships with alcohol, they need simple but effective guidance to set boundaries and destress. In fact, alcohol culture has become so prominent in our everyday lives that people are shocked when someone…
A Safe and Sober Thanksgiving You don’t need to have alcohol for a good Thanksgiving. If you are in addiction recovery, alcohol will not only complicate your day, but it will derail your program. With the significant holiday quickly approaching, there are many things you can do to prepare yourself for keeping your sobriety intact…