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Precontemplation Stage of Change: What It Looks Like in Addiction Recovery
Content reviewed by Karen Rubenstein, LMFT, Chief Clinical Officer at Cliffside Malibu The first stage of change in the transtheoretical model…
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Passive vs. Active Recovery: Which Path Are You Taking?
Updated 4/28/25 Content reviewed by Karen Rubenstein , LMFT, Chief Clinical Officer at Cliffside Malibu It is not uncommon for people…
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6 Tips for Self-Advocacy in Recovery
6 Tips for Self-Advocacy in Recovery Updated on 4/29/25 Content reviewed by Karen Rubenstein, LMFT, Chief Clinical Officer at Cliffside Malibu Addiction…
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What to Do When You Are Losing Hope in Recovery
Updated on 3/8/2023 Having hope is a continuous internal desire to not give up on yourself and believe that things will…
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Surviving Valentine’s Day in Early Recovery
Updated on 1/31/2023 Surviving Valentine’s Day in Early Addiction Recovery Valentine’s Day is a holiday to celebrate love and romance. You…
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How to Take Recovery One Day at a Time
Updated 4/29/25 Content reviewed by Karen Rubenstein, LMFT, Chief Clinical Officer at Cliffside Malibu The goal of maintaining sobriety can feel overwhelming…
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How Can I Help Others in Recovery?
How Can I Help Others in Recovery? Updated on 07/03/23 Content reviewed by Karen Rubenstein, LMFT, Chief Clinical Officer at Cliffside Malibu…
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Am I Going to Be in Recovery for the Rest of My Life?
Updated on 4/28/25 Deciding to get sober is a challenge for some and can bring about fear. For many, the fear…
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Creating Your Success Story: Seeking Alcohol or Drug Treatment
Creating Your Success Story: Seeking Alcohol or Drug Treatment Every story has a beginning. Heroes, survivors, and dreamers take the first…
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Managing Triggers Throughout COVID-19 Pandemic
Managing Triggers During the COVID-19 Pandemic As the world tries to manage life during the COVID-19 pandemic, it can be even…
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