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Benefits of Being Sober
The disease of addiction affects millions of Americans. However, it is not impossible to overcome. Recovery is possible for all, and there are countless benefits to being sober. image source What is Sobriety? Sobriety is living free from the influence and use of alcohol or drugs. Sobriety is often a goal for those who are struggling with addiction. Addicts must undergo detoxification and attend rehabilitation or addiction treatment programs to get sober. These in-patient and outpatient treatment programs offer addicts the opportunity to get sober and learn how to live without drugs or alcohol. Sobriety is not easy, but it is worth it. The Benefits of Sobriety After completing a…
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Sobriety Coins Are More Than Eye Candy
A medallion or ‘chip’ is often is presented as a token of recognition at recovery meetings. In the 12-step meetings of Alcoholics Anonymous, the medallions take the form of plastic chips while they are given as key tags at Narcotics Anonymous (NA) gatherings. Many other support groups distribute them too. They signify that a person has achieved various time periods of recovery. They symbolize an accomplishment on the journey to sobriety. While a token represents the completion of something, it also demonstrates the beginning of a better way of life. Chips show that people in residential treatment programs have completed instrumental steps in therapy. When newly sober individuals receive the…
