A Message From An Alumni 1004 days 143 weeks 1445401 minutes 33 months… When you understand your purpose, your direction becomes clear because, ultimately, it defines your journey. I used to get annoyed when ‘normal’ people would ask me why I say I am clean and serene, as opposed to merely saying I am sober. It is a phrase that most recovering addicts use to express their state of being, I would say with a smile. A happy place! While in my mind I’m thinking, to get to a place of serenity in recovery is an accomplishment! It is a daily reprieve, but there is joy in the journey! However ..read more

There’s a Beautiful Life on the Other Side of Addiction Times have been tough lately with the COVID-19 pandemic. All across the world, the added stress and fear are certainly being felt.  Some may think about coping with such stress by drinking or taking drugs. It can be tempting to allow challenging times to be a trigger, but ultimately will do you more harm than good. Others may already be addicted to alcohol or a drug and the use could escalate during such uncertain times. This is especially true for those who have lost their job or aren’t able to work during the pandemic. Such adde ..read more

In this issue: A message from the director What’s happening at iRecover A Message from the Director: So far the summer of 2022 has brought us wonderful weather and many new beginnings for people’s lives; whether it is through new citizenships, sobriety or just new experiences. We always enjoy helping people through all their problems even though some may be more difficult to help than others. This year we have been focusing more on how iRecover can connect with new groups of people in need of help. In the last newsletter Jim touched on how we opened a location in Glendon for women and th ..read more

Tips For Managing Stress During The COVID-19 Pandemic Perhaps the worst of the COVID-19 pandemic is over, but the reality that the impact from the virus could linger. There is the added stress that you or your loved ones can potentially still get COVID-19. There may also be the financial strain that may have come as a result of the virus. Moving forward, it’s important to have some stress-reduction skills handy. You’ll want to use these skills regularly, so you won’t become overwhelmed or so stressed that you become triggered. The following are some helpful stress-reduction tips to help you d ..read more

Volume 5, Issue 2, May 2022 In this issue: As Jim Sees It A Message from the Director What`s Happening at iRecover As Jim Sees it Now that Spring has come and gone four times in the last few weeks, summer appears to be on the horizon. We just went to a big conference in Calgary, the first in three years and it was nice to talk in person to people in the industry. The government appears to be coming on board with helping more people with addictions. I believe there are a lot more people with depression and addictive behavior right now and hopefully with summer coming this will lesse ..read more

Hello everyone, please click below to read the February 2022 iRecover Connections Newsletter! iRecover Connection-February 2022 The post iRecover Connections Newsletter appeared first on iRecover ..read more

Monday Morning Motivation Imagine going through a hectic Monday. You’re stressed, you’re late for work, you stuck in traffic congestion, you’re hungry because you’re late for breakfast, and you don’t get to start your Monday strong. Do you want to start your week in this manner? Luckily, you don’t have to start your Monday this way. There is a Chinese proverb that says, “A year’s plan starts with spring; a day’s plan starts with early morning.” Meaning, if you want to live a good year, you should plan it in spring. And if you want to plan your day, do it in the morning. Most people are findi ..read more

Overcoming Challenges You May Face in Sobriety The last few months have been quite uncertain with the COVID-19 pandemic. With many people struggling with finances, job loss, etc., there have been quite a few people thinking about or starting a new journey in addiction recovery. Perhaps you’re contemplating giving up alcohol or drugs. You may be wondering what life in drug or alcohol recovery might look like. You may have some concerns, questions, and feel a little bit like your life will not be as fun without substances. Or maybe your life is miserable because of alcohol or substance abuse. T ..read more

The Roles of Family Members in a Substance Abuse Relationship Families of addicts, including both immediate and extended family members are affected in some way by the individual’s substance abuse. Addiction impacts a family’s finances, physical health, and psychological wellbeing. In every family, each person plays a role to help the family function better and to maintain a level of stability, and balance. The effects of drug addiction on family members vary, but when substance abuse is added to this dynamic, the family roles naturally shift to adjust to the new behaviors associated wit ..read more

The 12 Steps of Recovery Achieving sobriety is no easy obstacle, which is why you may be tempted to think that all of the work is done. You may think that once you are free and clean from drugs and alcohol you are cured. But the truth is that recovery is a long, ongoing process that doesn’t happen overnight or the moment you complete treatment. Long-term, maintainable sobriety takes work. It also takes a strong support system. 12 Steps can provide you with the support and guidance you need to actively engage in your recovery and rebuild your life. You may have heard things about ..read more