What Does It Mean to Be “Sober Curious”? There has been a recent movement among Americans to become “sober curious.” The popularity of social movements of “Dry January,” where individuals will refrain from engaging in alcohol abuse for January, has sparked conversations...
What Is Sober Living? Recovering from addiction entails a process that takes time. People recover by degrees; each week brings a bit more stability or fewer cravings to use. After the intense rehab period and traditional addiction treatments, many people aren’t quite...
With an Ongoing Commitment to Sustaining Sobriety, the Patient Has Reached a Milestone After completing rehab at WhiteSands Alcohol and Drug Rehab in Ocala, former patient Lynette was not shy about honoring a significant time in her journey to sobriety. “6 months...
What Is a Sober Living Home? Many believe that attending an inpatient residential treatment center for addiction treatment will provide ample time and opportunity to heal from your drug or alcohol addiction while creating a new healthy, sober lifestyle for yourself. While...
Women’s Unique Recovery Journey A sober living environment remains critical in many people’s recovery journey from drug abuse and addiction. Being new to sobriety has numerous challenges, with plenty of pitfalls, temptations, and setbacks that may be easy to fall into, especially...
What Is a Sober Living Home? Transitioning to day-to-day life as a sober individual comes with hurdles and challenges. WhiteSands Alcohol and Drug Rehab understands the need to structure and discipline once a patient exits treatment and enters everyday life, which is...
Binge Drinking and St. Patrick’s Day St. Patricks Day is a holiday that many people associate with drinking alcohol to celebrate Irish culture. When most people envision celebrating St. Patrick’s Day, the first thought is going to a pub to drink green...
Sober-Friendly Ways to Celebrate Valentine’s Day February 14th is celebrated annually as a day to express your affection or love for your significant other. This holiday has existed since the 1500s, with lovers exchanging printed cards featuring themes of hearts, roses, Cupid,...
Best Sober Living Homes for Women in Fort Myers Sober living for women in Fort Myers can be an excellent component for women trying to find the right environment following the completion of their overall alcohol or drug rehabilitation plan. There are...
Celebrating the Holidays Without Jeopardizing your Sobriety The holiday season can be a wonderful time of year full of festivities, connection, and generosity. But the holidays can bring up some real challenges too. For people in recovery, things like holiday parties, busy...
