Some people may wonder why life skills are relevant to addiction recovery. They may think life skills come naturally to everyone. However, even the most basic and seemingly common life skills can be challenging when substance addiction enters the scene. The good news is these life skills can be built through education and practice. Life … Read more
To survive in this world, a person must be taught how to live in the world. This means someone had to teach you how to talk, walk, read, talk to others, and other life skills. A person does not wake up knowing how to do all these things one day. However, not all people had … Read more
Do you wish to rebuild relationships in recovery but feel unsure where to begin? You are not alone in feeling this way, as many recovering individuals find relationship skills the most challenging issue to relearn. This is also why many recovery centers now offer life skills and relationship skills coaching. Why People in Early Recovery … Read more
Many people with substance use disorder (SUD) struggle with basic life skills. Life skills are day-to-day abilities to care for oneself and solve problems. Full recovery includes relearning these skills so that one can live independently while maintaining sobriety. The Loss of Life Skills SUD may take a heavy toll on a person’s ability to … Read more
When you see the term “adulting” on our website, do you wonder what it means? Adulting can refer to taking on certain responsibilities that come with growing up, such as renting an apartment or getting a job. These are positive milestones that prepare you for independence. Additionally, this term may refer to the development of … Read more
