We thank our Duffy community and all those who have read and commented on our blog posts this past year! Here we have compiled our most popular blogs of 2012. 1. Top 10 Most Commonly Abused Drugs and Their Effects Ever wondered which drugs are the most commonly abused? As our number one hit in 2012, … Read More
Dear friends and family: During this Christmas season, we want to take a moment to thank you for letting us be a part of your new life in recovery. We miss having your beautiful spirits around Duffy’s, but we’re excited that you have an opportunity enjoy a new life and freedom this holiday season. Wishing … Read More
Question: What should I do if I relapse during the holidays? The holidays can be one of the most difficult times for those of us in recovery. We’re getting invited to employee Christmas parties and other family and friend events where drinking is expected. And sometimes we relapse almost accidentally, maybe because we just want to fit in with … Read More
Question: How do I refuse a Christmas invitation without offending someone? How do I tell people I can’t drink? This is one of the most commonly asked questions during the holiday season. And no wonder: refusing Christmas invitations never occurs without a layer of awkardness. Ask for advice. The first thing to do is to ask … Read More
So you have lots of Christmas parties you’re supposed to attend, like your work Christmas party, and you’re dreading them because you’re in recovery, attempting to live a life of sobriety. How are you going to be able to stay sober at a Christmas party? Question: Should you avoid or skip your employee Christmas party … Read More
Staying sober during the holidays isn’t easy, probably because you’re surrounded by friends and family, creating emotionally charged and stressful situations. Some of the sticky situations you might encounter this season might may include Family conflict. Strained relationships may complicate holiday planning—or leave you with little to plan for. Past Guilt. Memories of what happened during past … Read More
It’s finally here―the best time of the year―but sometimes the hardest time of the year for those of us still in our disease of addiction or recovery. This anonymous poem helps us all to remember exactly what Christmas is. Every time a hand reaches out To help another . . . that is Christmas Every … Read More
Question: Does drinking alcohol cause me to gain weight? Answer: Yes. Drinking any kind of alcoholic beverage will cause you to gain weight. Alcohol slows the rate at which the body burns fat by nearly one third. The body’s fat, which would ordinarily be broken down and sent out of the body, is more likely … Read More
I am grateful. . . . . . that I have a kind of freedom I never thought possible. . . . for clarity to pursue discovering who I really am. . . . for hope in a brighter tomorrow. . . .for hope to stay sober tomorrow because I am sober today. . . … Read More
I’m grateful . . . . . . for a family who forgives, encourages, cooks for, laughs with, (and occasionally annoys) me. . . . that I can watch my children grow up, and that I can actually be a part of their life. . . . for parents who aren’t afraid to tell me … Read More
