john makohen's Blog, page 11
December 22, 2024
Dry January Like a Pro: How to Say No to Drinks Without the Awkwardness
Master the art of confidently navigating social situations, clever comebacks, and strategies that keep you on track.
Breaking Free from Powerlessness: How SMART Recovery Empowers Where AA Restricts
Discover how SMART Recovery’s evidence-based approach fosters self-empowerment and lasting change, breaking away from the limitations of…
December 17, 2024
Surviving Dry January: 7 Hacks for Staying Social Without Alcohol
From mocktails to mindset shifts, here’s how to soberly navigate parties and social events.
December 16, 2024
Shame vs. Self-Compassion: Why SMART Recovery Is Revolutionizing Addiction Recovery
AA’s focus on moral inventory often deepens shame, but SMART Recovery flips the script with self-compassion and resilience.
Trading One Addiction for Another: The Hypocrisy of AA’s Stance on Medication-Assisted Treatment
They’ll shame someone for taking methadone but brag about needing ten meetings a week to stay sober.
December 10, 2024
10 Unexpected Benefits of Dry January You’ll Love
It’s not just about better mornings — discover the surprising ways sobriety improves your life.
December 9, 2024
Why AA’s Shame, Powerlessness, and Higher Power Often Fail to Halt Relapse
Explore the neuroscience behind addiction and discover empowering, evidence-based alternatives to shame, powerlessness, and reliance on a…
December 6, 2024
Mocktail Revolution: 10 Recipes That Make Dry January Delicious
Prove to everyone (including yourself) that booze-free can be brilliant.
Recovery Your Way: The Case for Harm Reduction Over Abstinence-Only Models
A look at how harm reduction provides hope, health, and healing for those struggling with addiction.
December 5, 2024
Get Ready for Dry January Now: A No-BS Guide to Starting Strong
Three game-changing strategies to help you conquer cravings and stay strong.
