April is Alcohol Awareness Month. When you’re in recovery from an addiction to alcohol, you probably are well aware of the problems it can cause you and your family. When observing Alcohol Awareness Month in recovery, you can help spread the word about alcohol’s impact on a person’s mental...
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way we work, go to school, and attend support group meetings. While restrictions were almost immediately put into place at the beginning of the pandemic that basically eliminated the opportunity to meet in person, some of those restrictions are beginning to ease. More...
It may be the middle of winter, but the weather continues to be delightful in Austin, Texas. With average temperatures in the mid-60s, it’s a great time to get outside and enjoy yourself. As you maintain your recovery, there are a number of sober February events in Austin, Texas,...
When you’re in recovery, you still want to have fun and enjoy social events. Of course, the pandemic has made that a little more challenging. Even during normal times, though, it can prove difficult to socialize with other people in a sober setting. Now there is an Austin sober...
Drive-thru and virtual activities are the safest way to celebrate the holidays this year. Holiday events in Austin include plenty of opportunities to see amazing holiday light displays, take in some of the classic holiday traditions, and even purchase locally made gifts while staying socially distanced. The range of...
September marks the beginning of fall, meaning cooler weather and fun events are here! September is also National Recovery Month, a time to celebrate your success in recovery. There are many ways to enjoy fall Austin events, while staying true to your sobriety. While some events and activities may...
Labor Day was first celebrated in 1882 in New York City. In 1894, the first Monday in September was officially designated as a national holiday. The day is intended to be dedicated to the social and economic achievements of American workers. More recently, the Labor Day weekend has meant...
During the COVID-19 pandemic, you may be wondering if you can still enjoy everything that Austin has to offer, especially when you are also in recovery. Austin, the Texas state capital, is full of fascinating sites and points of interest you can experience safely. So, there are plenty of...
Independence Day is usually a time of gathering with friends and family, watching fireworks, and having a fun celebration. During the COVID-19 pandemic, things have changed just a bit. You can still find lots of ways to celebrate and have fun, of course. There are also a lot of...
Young adulthood is typically a time to learn essential life skills such as how to handle finances and manage a job search. When the young adult is focused almost entirely on where and how to get the next supply of drugs or alcohol, though, those life skills become a...
