Learning to see these situations as opportunities for us to grow and benefit is hard work.

Later or Now

Have you moved so quickly to judgment you’re not yet even aware you’ve walked down the path with all the emotions too?

Treatment centers prefer sober living homes that provide a structured environment with clear rules and guidelines.

The idea behind attending meetings regularly is to immerse oneself in a supportive community.

While NA and AA have distinct focuses, they share the same underlying principles.

Cocaine Anonymous follows a 12-step program, which involves admitting powerlessness over addiction, seeking a higher power, making a moral inventory, making amends, and helping others.

I was told that one of the most important principles behind tradition 12 was Anonymity of Action. I learned and continue to learn the importance of humility.

Asheville is home to a vibrant recovery community with numerous support groups, meetings, and events.

Being in a wilderness setting allows individuals to connect with nature, which can have a calming and grounding effect.

MAT can help alleviate withdrawal symptoms and cravings, making it easier to focus on the recovery process.

Let your friends and loved ones know about your decision to maintain sobriety.

Most clients begin family therapy during in-patient treatment, and we see the importance of continuing that vital component.

A family relationship coach can serve as a valuable ally in the recovery journey.

Individuals in recovery may find value in integrating stoic principles and practices into their journey.

Interacting with horses can promote emotional awareness, empathy, and self-confidence.

Therapeutic modalities offer a non-judgmental space where individuals can feel supported and validated.

It's important to approach romance with caution during your early recovery.

These evidence-based modalities provide structured and effective approaches to support individuals in recovery.

Making art in recovery fosters self-discovery and personal growth.

Our goal as a 12 step facility is to guide our clients to where they integrate the 12 steps into their lives and relationships.

It's important to prioritize the well-being and recovery of all residents and ensure that house managers are capable of fulfilling the responsibilities.

Be patient, kind to yourself, and celebrate even the smallest victories along the way.

Making decisions in recovery can bring up fears of making the wrong choice or relapsing.

Start by developing self-respect. Treat yourself with kindness, compassion, and forgiveness.

Asheville has a thriving recovery community with numerous support groups, meetings, and resources available.

We believe in always having fun in recovery!

Building a strong relationship with your sponsor can greatly enhance your recovery journey.

Recognize and admit that you are powerless over your addiction.

Choose a facility that feels supportive, safe, and aligned with your recovery goals.

Residents actively participate in 12-step meetings, working through the 12 steps with a sponsor.

Here are a few reasons why emotional support dogs are important in recovery.

After addiction and homelessness, Peace and Purpose is a place where I have been able to find some serenity.

Early recovery has been all about guarding against making that choice, that “whatever you’ve got.”

During the first phase of residence we meet daily for a morning check in, volunteer at local non-profits, do group activities, and attend nightly meetings.

It stopped being nonsense and I started believing in the program after I did my fifth step, which I thought was going to be dumb, but I was incorrect.

At the time I thought meetings and the steps were absolute bullshit. A waste of my time. Steps? No thanks I’ll take the escalator.

The battle for Middle Earth and Frodo’s quest to destroy the One Ring can be seen as an allegory of the suffering addict.

Robin Miller talks about recovery for the family of the newly sober person.

Finding the meeting that feels right for you.

I had the “gift of desperation.” I truly had become Sick and Tired of being Sick and Tired.

What to look for in a sober living home.

This holiday season was much different than the past for many reasons. 

When you get to Peace and Purpose your recovery comes first.

The 4th step is not about fear. It’s about Valor and Empowerment.

A jazz funeral, a thrift store find, and making art as an act of recovery.

One person’s experience of how he came to Peace and Purpose.