Written by Renee W. The grass really was that green Seven years ago, sobriety felt almost magical to me. The grass seemed impossibly green. Had
Studies show that self-compassion can significantly improve treatment outcomes for those facing mental health disorders like trauma and addiction, cultivating a sense of personal competence and reducing the isolation that often comes with shame and guilt.
My name is Renee, and I am an alcoholic. A recovering one at this point, but never recovered. Always recovering. How it Started: Sparkly Golden
by Renee W. Although I’ve had a handful of relapses, one will be cemented into my memory forever. Around three and a half years of
by Renee W. My first stretch of sobriety lasted for three years and (almost) four months. 1,231 days, to be exact, and I only know
by Renee W. Christmas time brings loads of cheer and celebrations, or at least it’s supposed to, right? For a recovering alcoholic, the holiday season
by Renee W. While deep in my alcohol addiction, I was about as self-absorbed as I could be. All my thoughts and behaviours revolved around
by Renee W. I knew I desperately needed help, but deep down, I wasn’t ready to give up my addiction. I didn’t know how I
Here is one fact in recovery: quitting drugs or alcohol is the pivotal first step of sobriety. After all, you have to quit first. Then
