This is WHY We Do Family-Style Dinner in Sober Living

Sober Living Family Dinner

When I started Kansas City Recovery men’s sober living, I knew how I wanted it to function and how I wanted it to feel. But I wasn’t exactly sure how I would make that happen. You probably don’t hear this often, but my early sobriety was a blast! I connected with a group of people and we formed our own … Read More

Cannabis Withdrawal ‘Highly Disabling’

Marijuana Withdrawal Disabling

Authorities are legalizing cannabis, particularly for medicinal use, in an increasing number of states. Many people stand by its alleged benefits, but new research warns that frequent use may lead to the “disabling” symptoms of cannabis withdrawal syndrome. A recent study — led by the Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health and Columbia University Irving Medical Center, both in … Read More

Addiction Help Kansas City

Addiction affects every area of your life, and help is available. One of the greatest hurdles for many people looking for addiction help is deciding what kind of help you need. What services do you need, what kind of professional, and what kind of facility? Let’s start at the beginning- Addiction Services Types of services Intervention Medical Detox/Social Detox Outpatient/Intensive … Read More

Treating Opiate Addiction with Suboxone

Kansas City Recovery What is Suboxone

This is a great article I came across that explains opiates and suboxone. There are different opinions regarding medication-assisted treatment, meaning the use of a medication to make withdrawal more comfortable and hoping to strengthen the opportunity to stay clean and sober. Addiction professionals across the country are in an ongoing conversation about the opioid crisis and exploring every possible … Read More

Health Benefits of Giving Up Alcohol

The internet has brought a whole new level of issues by providing in-your-face proof of your binge drinking excursion gone bad. Many people report dealing with social shaming after a night of over indulging, and the newest trend is taking control of our lives and our choices. Have you thought about giving up alcohol? I hope you enjoy this article … Read More

How to Overcome Anxiety

Because I am in the public eye a lot, people are often surprised to hear that I have terrible anxiety. There are situations that overwhelm me, and I have definitely been known to fake a headache and leave early to the safety of isolation. In addiction, anxiety is very common. Primarily because anytime we feel uncomfortable, we run to the … Read More

Heroin Vaccination

Kansas City Recovery

In the midst of the endless conversation of the opioid epidemic, it’s nice to see some news about possible solutions. I appreciate the approach of this drug because it sounds like it will inhibit some of the brain hijacking that happens with addiction. In very simple terms, addiction, as it progresses, causes changes to the structure and behavior of the … Read More

Addiction Unlimited Podcast

Earlier this month, I launched a podcast. It is something I have been thinking about for over a year but hadn’t made the time to learn how to do it. Any of you that know me personally know I don’t have a problem talking, but I didn’t know anything else about podcasting, what equipment to use, how to edit them, … Read More

Alcohol

Most adults around the world have consumed alcohol at some point. It is estimated close to 87% of the American adult population has had at least one drink in their lifetime. Alcohol is a legal addictive substance available to anyone over the age of 21. Many people are able to drink without serious issues, however, for those who can’t, the … Read More

Spring Clean Your Sobriety

Maybe you’ve been sober for years, or maybe a few months. Do you ever get the feeling it’s time for some Spring Cleaning in your sobriety? It’s time to spruce things up, dust out the cob webs, and give yourself a recovery adjustment. How do you do that? It’s easy. I believe I have to do something on a daily … Read More