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’
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
Treating Opiate Addiction with 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
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
Alcoholics Anonymous – Step One
We admitted we were powerless over alcohol – that our lives had become unmanageable. Many people say step one is the hardest of them all. Some people stumble over the word ‘powerless’ as if it is some personal attack degrading their strength and making them feel weak. Really, it is neither of those things. I am powerless over alcohol because … Read More
AA – To The Newcomer
There are so many things to think about as you approach this piece of your life. It is a strange place to be, in your head, thinking about these changes that are necessary, AA, and wondering how it will be. I had a lot of fear about being sober. I feared that I would no longer be funny. I feared … Read More
AA Meetings Kansas City
This is a popular topic in my daily life, personal and professional. We get a lot of people in our sober living home who come from out of state and we are always talking about meetings and where to go. The first thing I want to say about meetings is, they are all different. If you go to one meeting … Read More