The Staggering Effect of Opioids on New Jersey
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,
Beth Leipholtz
Beth Leipholtz spent several years blogging about the realities of getting sober young on Life to be Continued. Since the birth of her son, Coop, she has pivoted to focus on her work as an inclusion and accessibility advocate who believes in creating a more accepting world for our children. She shares her parenting journey on her website Beth & Coop, as well as on TikTok, YouTube, Facebook and Instagram, where she has built a community of more than 1 million people around disability inclusion. She lives with her family in Minnesota. In addition to spending time with her family, Beth enjoys Minnesota summers, photography, iced Americanos, CrossFit, and a good old-fashioned book.
How to Handle Coronavirus Anxiety
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
Could Your Hangxiety Be a Sign of an Alcohol Problem?
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
How to Support Loved Ones in Recovery Over the Holidays
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.
How To Regain The Trust Of Your Loved Ones In Recovery
More often than not, those battling a substance use disorder lose things along the way. One of the most common losses and one of the most difficult to regain is the loss of trust of loved ones.
Taking Care Of Your Mental Health As A New Parent
As a first-time mom, everything about motherhood is brand new to me. Of course, I expected that to be the case when I found out I was pregnant in January 2019
5 Ways Exercise Boosts Your Chances of Long-Term Sobriety
When I think back to getting sober more than six years ago, there are many reasons I know I was successful: I had a supportive family. I had the tools and resources to go to treatment. I had the necessary mindset. I knew I was better off without alcohol in my life.
5 Ways Sobriety Helped Prepare Me for My Pregnancy
Nine months ago, when I found out I was pregnant, I was terrified.
How to Deal With Relapse in Recovery
Though it’s not something that those of us in recovery enjoy thinking about, relapse is very real and happens for a fair amount of people.
How To Deal With Stigma Against Mental Health And Substance Use
It’s no secret that talking about mental health and substance use can be difficult. While the topics have become more normalized in recent years, it can still be an internal battle to work up the courage to be vulnerable when speaking about them.
6 Lessons I’ve Learned In 6 Years Of Recovery
Despite the fact that I had only begun drinking at the beginning of college, I had gone downhill fast. I found out quickly that alcohol eased my anxiety and depression and I clung to that.
Do Anxiety & Depression Run in Your Family?
I had parents who saw the signs of an anxiety disorder (and later depression) and took the appropriate steps to get me the help and reassurance that I needed. It sounds odd to admit, but there are a number of reasons that I am glad depression and anxiety are somewhat common in my family.
4 Ways I Maintain Sobriety Without Religion
There are many people out there living a full life in recovery without the presence of religion. Here are a few of the key things that I make sure are present in my recovery when religion is not.
4 Ways CrossFit Can Improve Your Recovery
I never expected my recovery from alcohol use disorder to benefit so much from the community at a CrossFit gym, but it truly has saved me on more than one occasion.
7 Signs Of Teen Drug Use Parents Should Watch For
Spotting drug use in general can sometimes be difficult — and it can be even more difficult when trying to identify the signs in a teenager. As a parent, there are some telltale signs of drug use you can watch for, while others may be harder to spot. Every child is different and as such, the way drug use affects them can differ.
5 Ways To Stay Sober Through The Holidays
Believe it or not, the holiday season is nearly upon us yet again. Whether you’re newly sober or have been sober for some time, the holidays can create a sense of anxiety for those of us in recovery.