Beth Leiphotlz

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3 Ways Weather Affects Our Mood And Recovery — And How To Combat It

October 5, 2023 No Comments

Most of the time, I appreciate the seasonal changes. But I also can’t ignore the fact that the weather impacts my mood greatly. The dark, gloomy days, especially during the winters, often leave me feeling down and irritated. Spring is often the worst, as we get tastes of amazing weather, usually followed by another dumping of snow. The shift of fall into winter is also hard, as the days get shorter and darker.

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How To Make Sober Friends Once You Quit Drinking

July 6, 2023 1 Comment

I won’t sugarcoat it – if you decide to stop drinking, it will likely affect some of the relationships in your life. You’ll realize there were certain people you thought you were friends with, but they were actually just a drinking buddies. It’s never fun to move on from people, but in sobriety it’s sometimes necessary.

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How Recovery Shapes Fatherhood: Dads in Recovery Tell Their Stories

June 15, 2023 No Comments

The ability to stay in recovery and be a father is not an easy feat, and not something to take lightly. For these three fathers in recovery, the best Father’s Day gift is the ability to be present for their children.

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5 Ways To Stay Sober Through A Breakup

February 9, 2023 No Comments

So often in the media, breakups are portrayed as an excuse to go out, get drunk and let loose. But in sobriety, that’s just not an option. Instead, we have to sit with our emotions and work through them without the aid of a substance

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4 Sober Dating Tips: What To Do If They Drink, And You Don’t

June 17, 2021 2 Comments

Upon getting sober, many people may wonder what is going to happen to their dating life.It’s so common to meet up at a bar for a first date, or grab a glass of wine with dinner at a nice restaurant. In fact, most people don’t think twice about it. So when you stop drinking, how do you keep dating?

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How to Start Building a Life After Addiction

September 29, 2020 No Comments

For those of us who walk the path of getting sober, rebuilding your life can seem overwhelming and intimidating. Beth Leipholtz came up with a few tips and tricks for if you are just starting out.

The Increasing Rates of Overdose in the Pandemic

August 25, 2020 No Comments

Despite some progress in recent years, the overdose rate in the United States is again climbing. And the culprit, according to various experts, is likely the pandemic and its effect on everyday life.

7 Misconceptions About Recovery

June 24, 2020 No Comments

When Beth Leipholtz thinks back to early recovery, the thought of reaching a month, 6 months, a year seemed insurmountable. She had so many images in my head of what recovery was sure to look like, and why she would hate it. Over the past 7 years, it’s become obvious that many of those images in my mind were misconceptions. Here are a few of the biggest ones.

Sober as a Mother: In Celebration of Sober Moms

May 10, 2020 No Comments

This Mother’s Day, four mothers, all in various stages of life and sobriety, are celebrating what recovery has given them. As my first Mother’s Day

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Simple Ways to Keep Working Out Even When Gyms Are Closed

May 6, 2020 No Comments

When I first got sober, I threw my extra time and energy into working out, and the passion I have for fitness and CrossFit has

The Staggering Effect of Opioids on New Jersey

April 13, 2020 No Comments

Anyone who has been paying attention to national news in recent years knows that the United States is in the middle of an opioid epidemic,

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How to Handle Coronavirus Anxiety

March 18, 2020 No Comments

It’s no secret that the novel coronavirus, COVID-19, is making its way across the world. The virus’s quick spread is leading to the cancellation of

What to Do When You’re Not Sure You’re Ready to Quit Drinking

March 10, 2020 No Comments

Even if you’ve been throwing the idea around for a while, actually quitting drinking can be daunting. You may find yourself with more questions than

Could Your Hangxiety Be a Sign of an Alcohol Problem?

February 4, 2020 No Comments

It’s a scene that is likely familiar for many. You wake up the morning after a night out with blurry recollections of the evening and

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Prepping for Dry January- Everything You Need To Get Started

January 9, 2020 No Comments

Chances are you’ve caught wind of Dry January in recent years. But for those who haven’t, the idea is simple: start off the new year

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How to Support Loved Ones in Recovery Over the Holidays

November 26, 2019 No Comments

It’s that time of year again: the holiday season is upon us. Though most people enjoy these few months and the involved festivities, all the togetherness and family time can be anxiety-inducing and stressful for some — especially those in recovery from a substance use disorder.

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