Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.10, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Wishope ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://wishope.org/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [WisHope’s Recovery Friendly Workplace Initiative Featured at SAMHSA’s Wellness in the Workplace Summit](https://wishope.org/2025/02/26/wishopes-recovery-friendly-workplace-initiative-featured-at-samhsas-wellness-in-the-workplace-summit/) - Earlier this year, Peter Brunzelle, executive director of WisHope, had the distinguished honor of attending the SAMHSA Wellness in the Workplace Summit, held August 5-6, 2024, at SAMHSA Headquarters in Rockville, MD. This national convening, hosted by the Office of Recovery at the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), brought together federal and - [Who Deserves Second Chances, and Who Sets the Standards?](https://wishope.org/2021/02/23/who-deserves-second-chances-and-who-sets-the-standards/) - Forgiveness takes on a spectrum of meanings that shape personality in unexpected ways. While many preach free and infinite forgiveness, some opt for the “fool me twice” philosophy. With such a wide range of opinions surrounding when and what to forgive, contemplating who deserves a second chance for transgressing boundaries and who doesn’t can be - [Know Someone Struggling With Relapse? Take a Breath, and Don’t Forget Your Own Health](https://wishope.org/2021/01/10/know-someone-struggling-with-relapse-take-a-breath-and-dont-forget-your-own-health/) - Recovering from alcohol and/or substance use disorder is a process of trial and error. Even those who have managed to uphold a sober lifestyle for years may feel the temptation more strongly on some days, for reasons unknown. Working to establish a functional relationship with individuals in recovery entails enduring these ups and downs. If - [A Letter to Your Future Self from the Ugly Truth of Your Addiction](https://wishope.org/2021/01/15/a-letter-to-your-future-self-from-the-ugly-truth-of-your-addiction/) - Dear Future Self, I live with substance use disorder. My behavior will always reflect a desire, or the suppression of a desire, to use. The way I treat others is up to me, and me alone. When I am actively using, I am not only using substances, but I am using the goodwill and empathy - [Denial: The Truth Behind the Lies](https://wishope.org/2021/01/18/denial-the-truth-behind-the-lies/) - There is an optimism that every addicted person must confront, as it represents a break from the reality of alcohol and/or substance use disorder. The nature of this condition forces coping individuals to surrender all illusions of self-control in order to take actionable steps towards recovery. Understandably, the human species as a whole is not - [Need to Boost Your Recovery Game? Take It To the Next Level With a Recovery Coach](https://wishope.org/2021/01/19/need-to-boost-your-recovery-game-take-it-to-the-next-level-with-a-recovery-coach/) - As an extension of mental health, recovering from addiction takes commitment, dedication, and honesty. Sharing these values with another person who has been through the same experiences can prove highly cathartic and reassuring to one’s peace of mind. Partnering with such a kindred spirit elevates the accessibility of recovery, allowing partners to coach each other - [How Technology and Addiction Work in Tandem](https://wishope.org/2021/01/26/how-technology-and-addiction-work-in-tandem/) - Over a span of 20 years, technology has revolutionized our economy, communication, socialization, and more. Coping with recovery from alcohol and/or substance use disorder in the midst of recent progress in digital communications increases the accessibility of resources, while simultaneously adding previously non-existent distractions. Innovations such as mobile healthcare, social media, and streaming services fail - [Addition by Subtraction: How Removing Yourself Can Spur a Loved One’s Recovery](https://wishope.org/2021/01/27/addition-by-subtraction-how-removing-yourself-can-spur-a-loved-ones-recovery/) - Maintaining a relationship through recovery from alcohol and/or substance use disorder takes hard work, effective communication, and explicit boundaries. As important as it is to project positivity and optimism, when it comes to setting boundaries the very real prospect of walking away from a relationship turned toxic must be addressed in theory as well as practice. If - [Admitting to Cravings Is Recovery in Action: Making the Case for Celebrating Vulnerability](https://wishope.org/2021/02/03/admitting-to-cravings-is-recovery-in-action-making-the-case-for-celebrating-vulnerability/) - You’ve been there before — the desire to use storms back with a vengeance, leaving the recovering individual in a double bind. Mistakenly, many who have never experienced addiction oversimplify the intricacies of breaking from sobriety. Regardless of how deeply an individual cares to avoid relapse, the choice often grinds them between two seemingly equivalent - [Addiction Can Feel Like a Battle. How Do We Deal With Someone Losing?](https://wishope.org/2021/02/06/addiction-can-feel-like-a-battle-how-do-we-deal-with-someone-losing/) - Even when the risks are abundantly clear. Even when a loved one appears unchanged from the outside looking in. Even with years of group meetings and one-on-one counseling. Even when the battle through addiction becomes a matter of life and death — losing still happens. Dealing with the unkind prospect of losing a peer, co-worker, or - [Anxiety Eating at You? Refuel With a Nutritious Diet for Recovery](https://wishope.org/2021/02/10/anxiety-eating-at-you-refuel-with-a-nutritious-diet-for-recovery/) - Addiction takes a toll on the mind and body — namely, the digestive system. Gut health impacts overall well-being in numerous ways, many of which are still being studied and analyzed by scientists. Binging alcohol creates challenges for the digestive recovery of already-detoxed users. Furthermore, individuals in recovery may be prone to intense mood swings - [Sometimes Inaction Is the Right Action](https://wishope.org/2021/02/15/sometimes-inaction-is-the-right-action/) - Staying alone with one’s thoughts becomes an exercise of mindfulness when in the presence of alcohol and/or use disorder. A 2010 study revealed those with drug and/or alcohol dependency have a greater aptitude for high anxiety than those without dependency or individuals who are prone to abusing alcohol and/or substances. When anxiety spikes, the body - [Feel Alone in Sobriety? 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Through therapy and personal introspection, adults are able - [DUI Can Have Lasting Repercussions. Plan Ahead and Be Ready.](https://wishope.org/2021/02/27/dui-can-have-lasting-repercussions-plan-ahead-and-be-ready/) - When sober, most of us know that driving under the influence (DUI) can pose a huge risk. However, with decision-making impaired by compromised sobriety, this understanding can be maligned. Addiction thrives from a boom-and-bust mitigation of emotions, oscillating between suppression and outburst. During rock bottom, individuals ramp up usage of alcohol and/or substances, experimenting with - [How to Encourage Recovery in Place of Judgment](https://wishope.org/2021/03/05/how-to-encourage-recovery-in-place-of-judgment/) - Addiction often builds into frustration for individuals who hold on to their mistakes. The monotony of making the “same” mistake over and over or falling into a pattern of habits wears down one’s patience in the form of anxiety or—for those who resign efforts to affect change—depression. Advocating for the recovery of others coping with - [The Reassurance of Recovery Mantras](https://wishope.org/2021/03/08/the-reassurance-of-recovery-mantras/) - Reading an article or watching an empowering recovery video can elevate one’s mood and efforts to fortify recovery commitments—at least momentarily. However, the portability of some of these lessons limits how lasting these resources are. When the going gets rough, mantras can provide a quickly summoned boost of recovery support. The beauty of a mantra - [The Audacious Search for Neutrality](https://wishope.org/2021/03/11/the-audacious-search-for-neutrality/) - Frequently in recovery from alcohol or substance use disorder, people mention the concept of “fighting.” It’s all about the battle against addiction or grappling with nagging feelings of temptation. Sure, the way forward isn’t easy. But if all recovery amounts to is scraping and clawing against the omnipresent weight of using, the prospect of recovery may seem daunting to those new - [Write Your Recovery Into Existence](https://wishope.org/2021/03/22/write-your-recovery-into-existence/) - Have you ever thought back to a particular moment in time to relive the experience? Nostalgia draws people in at the most unexpected times—remembering the past helps extend the conscious drive to understand our true identity. 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Volunteer for Change At Project - [Narcan Training](https://wishope.org/narcan-training/) - Narcan Training Narcan Training at Project WisHope Project WisHope is offering a free, life-saving Narcan (Naloxone) Training for Wisconsin’s recovery community members, including individuals who are struggling with opioid addiction and their family members, friends and allies. The purpose of this training is to help you know what to do if someone overdosed and how - [Peer Recovery Coach Training](https://wishope.org/peer-recovery-coach-training/) - Peer Recovery Coach Training Do you and your community members want to be a Recovery Coach? 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WisHope’s Recovery Friendly Workplace Program helps businesses in Wisconsin and beyond create a healthier, more productive workforce by implementing recovery-friendly policies that support - [Recovery Coaching](https://wishope.org/recovery-coaching/) - PEER RECOVERY COACHING SERVICES RECOVERY COACHING Peer-to-peer connection is at the heart of all WISHOPE programming and a signature feature of the organization is a unique tiered approach to providing Recovery Coaching that fits the unique needs of individuals in or seeking recovery or their family members. A Peer Recovery Coach (RC) is someone who - [Coaching & Trainings](https://wishope.org/coaching-trainings/) - Training & Coaching Project WisHope offers a variety of recovery-focused trainings and workshops CCAR Recovery Coach Training The CCAR Recovery Coach Training is a 5-day intensive training academy focusing on providing individuals with the skills needed to guide, mentor and support anyone who would like to enter into or sustain long-term recovery from an addiction - [The Farm](https://wishope.org/the-farm/) - The Farm The Farm: A Men’s Recovery Residence in Wisconsin Project WisHope supervises and maintains The Farm, which is a recovery residence or sober living home for men in Wisconsin. The overall purpose of our recovery housing program at The Farm is to provide men who are struggling with substance use and co-occurring mental health - [The Lois House](https://wishope.org/the-lois-house/) - The Lois House The Lois House: A Women’s Recovery Residence in Wisconsin Project WisHope supervises and maintains The Lois House, which is a recovery residence or sober living home for women in Wisconsin. The Lois House is located in Waukesha, Wisconsin. The overall purpose of our recovery housing program at The Lois House is to - [The Recovery Village](https://wishope.org/the-recovery-village/) - The Recovery Village The Recovery Village: A Recovery Residence in Wisconsin Project WisHope supervises and maintains The Recovery Village, which is a recovery residence or sober living home for men in Wisconsin. The Recovery Village sober living home is located in Waukesha, Wisconsin. The overall purpose of our recovery housing program at The Recovery Village - [Waukesha Location](https://wishope.org/waukesha-location/) - Waukesha Location Visit Us at Our Drop-in Recovery Community Center in Waukesha, Wisconsin Project WisHope operates four Recovery Community Centers located in Waukesha, Waupaca, Beloit, Baraboo(Coming soon). Our Recovery Community Center (RCC) in Waukesha is a drop-in center for individuals seeking support for substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders. At this center, you will find - [Beloit Location](https://wishope.org/beloit-location/) - Beloit Location Visit Us at Our Drop-in Recovery Community Center in Beloit, Wisconsin Project WisHope operates four Recovery Community Centers located in Waukesha, Waupaca, Beloit, Baraboo(Coming soon). Our Recovery Community Center (RCC) in Beloit is a drop-in center for individuals seeking support for substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders. 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The burden that addiction places on family members, friends and allies is a heavy one, but you are not - [The Farm Copy](https://wishope.org/the-farm-copy/) - The Farm The Farm - A Men’s Recovery Residence in Wisconsin Project WisHope supervises and maintains The Farm, which is a recovery residence or sober living home for men in Wisconsin. The overall purpose of our recovery housing program at The Farm is to provide men who are struggling with substance use and co-occurring mental - [Transition Form](https://wishope.org/intake-transition/) - Transition With Wishope Transition Worksheet Follow-Up Worksheet Transition Worksheet  Follow-Up Worksheet  - [Recovery Friendly Workplace Certification](https://wishope.org/certification/) - WisHope’s Recovery-Friendly Workplace Certification Creating a recovery-friendly workplace is a powerful way to foster a healthier, more supportive work environment. WisHope offers structured certification programs to help businesses implement recovery-friendly policies, provide educational resources, and connect with national recovery networks. These trainings are not customized but offer valuable tools and guidance to help workplaces become - [Hope in Hollywood: 2024 Gala](https://wishope.org/gala/) - Hope in HollywoodProject WisHope 2024 Gala Saturday, September 28 • 6:00 pm The Rotunda 235 W Broadway, Waukesha, WI 53186 Get Your Tickets! Donate Now! Our Impact In Numbers Since we opened our doors in 2016, Project WisHope has served thousands of individuals and provided an estimated $38,500,000 of savings in housing and recovery support - [Scholarships](https://wishope.org/scholarships/) - Scholarships Project WisHope’s Recovery Housing Scholarship Program Recovery from drug and/or alcohol addiction can be extremely difficult, especially for those who don’t have the means or resources to make important changes in their everyday life. For instance, individuals transitioning from homelessness or incarceration often find themselves returning to homes and neighborhoods overflowing with old triggers - [Volunteer](https://wishope.org/volunteer/) - Volunteer Give Back and Volunteer for Recovery at Project WisHope At Project WisHope, our volunteers are the foundation of our programs and day-to-day operations. Since our services are primarily developed and run by volunteers whose lives have been touched by substance use disorders in one way or another, volunteers are vital to our success and - [Join Our Team](https://wishope.org/join-our-team/) - Join Our Team If You are Interested in Working for Us please fill out our online employment application form below. If there isn’t a job opening currently, feel free to fill out our form anyway. If something opens up down the line, and you are qualified, we will be sure to reach out. 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And the dive in is called shadow work. - [Feel Good Friday: I am Not My Own Worst Day](https://wishope.org/blog-post/feel-good-friday-i-am-not-my-own-worst-day/) - I am not my own worst day. Simple to say. Take a minute with it, though, and it's actually one of the harder truths to believe. - [Thrilling Thursday: Wisconsin's Best-Kept Adrenaline Secrets](https://wishope.org/blog-post/thrilling-thursday-wisconsins-best-kept-adrenaline-secrets/) - You don't need a plane ticket to feel your heart pound. Some of the best adrenaline rushes in the Midwest are sitting right here in Wisconsin. - [You Don’t Need the Alcohol to Have the Best Night at Summerfest](https://wishope.org/blog-post/you-dont-need-the-alcohol-to-have-the-best-night-at-summerfest/) - The World’s Largest Music Festival is even better when you actually remember it — and even better when you go on your own timeline. - [Increase in Substance Use During the Summer & How to Have a Great Time Without Drugs & Alcohol](https://wishope.org/blog-post/increase-in-substance-use-during-the-summer-how-to-have-a-great-time-without-drugs-alcohol/) - Summertime is the best time for BBQs, camping adventures, live concerts and more – all activities where drugs and alcohol are not only common but also a cultural norm. If these are some of your favorite summer activities, it can be difficult to avoid relapse, or at least to avoid feeling nostalgic about drug use or - [We're Hiring: Peer Recovery Specialists/Coaches in Rock County, Wisconsin](https://wishope.org/blog-post/were-hiring-peer-recovery-specialists-coaches-in-rock-county-wisconsin/) - Project WisHope is looking to hire Peer Support Specialists/Recovery Coaches in Rock County, Wisconsin. TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION COMPLETE OUR ONLINE FORM HERE: APPLY NOW! Job Description: Peer Recovery Coach's role is to support others in recovery from a substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders. The Peer Support Specialist/ Recovery Coach will - [Celebrate Safely This 4th: Tips for Recovery and Beyond](https://wishope.org/blog-post/safe-4th-of-july-tips-for-recovery-fireworks/) - Here are some tips for recovery to keep it in check, stay safe around fireworks, and still have a great 4th of July holiday. - [Coffee, Pizza, and a Whole Lot of Heart: Family Day at WisHope](https://wishope.org/blog-post/coffee-pizza-and-a-whole-lot-of-heart-family-day-at-wishope/) - There's something special about a room full of people who showed up for each other. Last Saturday, that's exactly what we got on one of our Family Days. - [Sauk County Human Services Achieves WisHope's Recovery-Friendly Workplace Certification](https://wishope.org/blog-post/sauk-county-human-services-achieves-wishopes-recovery-friendly-workplace-certification/) - Recently, the Sauk County Department of Human Services took a significant step forward by achieving their Level 1 “Recovery Ready” certification through WisHope’s Recovery-Friendly Workplace Certification program. Creating a recovery-friendly workplace is more than just a badge of honor—it’s a commitment to fostering a healthier, more supportive work environment for everyone. This achievement highlights their - [Sauk County WisHope program pairs recovery coaches, EMS to step in after drug overdoses](https://wishope.org/blog-post/sauk-county-program-pairs-recovery-coaches-ems-to-step-in-after-drug-overdoses/) - MADISON, Wis. – Addiction is a lonely road already. COVID-19 only drove friends and family farther away. “The pandemic really was isolating for a lot of people,” said Sara Jesse, a community health strategist with the Sauk County Public Health Department. The number of drug overdose deaths in the county rose from 13 in 2019 to 21 in 2020. “We are so concerned about the spike of overdoses in our community during the pandemic,” Jesse said, adding that the numbers represent both accidental and purposeful overdoses. “I can tell you, Sauk County typically sees about 14 overdose deaths per year, which is already astronomically high given our population.” “Isolation, loneliness, not being able to work and meet their needs, those are huge triggering factors for people to relapse and use,” said Ryan Ramnarace, a peer recovery coach. - [Phrases To Keep Pocketed for Moments of Weakness](https://wishope.org/blog-post/phrases-to-keep-pocketed-for-moments-of-weakness/) - Many people struggle to maintain recovery. Each person displays strength in their sobriety and, other times, may also feel as if they have fallen short—sometimes, these feelings can be simultaneous. Some days, it is possible to count the challenges to recovery on one hand. Other days, there are not enough hands in the world. One - [Write Your Recovery Into Existence](https://wishope.org/blog-post/write-your-recovery-into-existence/) - Have you ever thought back to a particular moment in time to relive the experience? Nostalgia draws people in at the most unexpected times—remembering the past helps extend the conscious drive to understand our true identity. However, this can be a challenge for anyone with trauma or who may not want to recall their past. - [The Audacious Search for Neutrality](https://wishope.org/blog-post/the-audacious-search-for-neutrality/) - Frequently in recovery from alcohol or substance use disorder, people mention the concept of “fighting.” It’s all about the battle against addiction or grappling with nagging feelings of temptation. Sure, the way forward isn’t easy. But if all recovery amounts to is scraping and clawing against the omnipresent weight of using, the prospect of recovery may seem daunting to those new - [The Reassurance of Recovery Mantras](https://wishope.org/blog-post/the-reassurance-of-recovery-mantras/) - Reading an article or watching an empowering recovery video can elevate one’s mood and efforts to fortify recovery commitments—at least momentarily. However, the portability of some of these lessons limits how lasting these resources are. When the going gets rough, mantras can provide a quickly summoned boost of recovery support. The beauty of a mantra - [How to Encourage Recovery in Place of Judgment](https://wishope.org/blog-post/how-to-encourage-recovery-in-place-of-judgment/) - Addiction often builds into frustration for individuals who hold on to their mistakes. The monotony of making the “same” mistake over and over or falling into a pattern of habits wears down one’s patience in the form of anxiety or—for those who resign efforts to affect change—depression. Advocating for the recovery of others coping with - [Humor and Recovery: Defense Mechanism or a Sign Of Growth?](https://wishope.org/blog-post/humor-and-recovery-defense-mechanism-or-a-sign-of-growth/) - A funny thing happens in long-term recovery: the all-consuming pain of our darkest moments takes on an unexpected tint of illogical. Maybe it’s the nostalgic framing of nearly every memory. Maybe it’s our own impossibly limited inability to estimate the course of the future. Maybe it’s a defense mechanism. Long-term alumni might break into inexplicable - [DUI Can Have Lasting Repercussions. Plan Ahead and Be Ready.](https://wishope.org/blog-post/dui-can-have-lasting-repercussions-plan-ahead-and-be-ready/) - When sober, most of us know that driving under the influence (DUI) can pose a huge risk. However, with decision-making impaired by compromised sobriety, this understanding can be maligned. Addiction thrives from a boom-and-bust mitigation of emotions, oscillating between suppression and outburst. During rock bottom, individuals ramp up usage of alcohol and/or substances, experimenting with - [The Shadow Work in Addiction Recovery](https://wishope.org/blog-post/the-shadow-work-in-addiction-recovery/) - Deep in the unspeakable recesses of each person’s mind lie fundamental thoughts spurring action, memory, and habit. Though there are many different motivations behind the functions of subconscious processes — genetics, diet, sleep, etc. — fear offers a window into one of the more effective modes for encoding behavior. Through therapy and personal introspection, adults are able - [Who Deserves Second Chances, and Who Sets the Standards?](https://wishope.org/blog-post/who-deserves-second-chances-and-who-sets-the-standards/) - Forgiveness takes on a spectrum of meanings that shape personality in unexpected ways. While many preach free and infinite forgiveness, some opt for the “fool me twice” philosophy. With such a wide range of opinions surrounding when and what to forgive, contemplating who deserves a second chance for transgressing boundaries and who doesn’t can be - [Feel Alone in Sobriety? Connect With Recovery Through Community](https://wishope.org/blog-post/feel-alone-in-sobriety-connect-with-recovery-through-community/) - Staying sober entails some pretty big asks: self-love, honesty, accountability, patience, and independence. Accompanying many of these asks — but independence in particular — is the feeling of loneliness. From the outside looking in, striving for more agency offers a beacon of light tantalizing hope over a barren sea of anxiety, depression, and/or use disorder. Those - [Sometimes Inaction Is the Right Action](https://wishope.org/blog-post/sometimes-inaction-is-the-right-action/) - Staying alone with one’s thoughts becomes an exercise of mindfulness when in the presence of alcohol and/or use disorder. A 2010 study revealed those with drug and/or alcohol dependency have a greater aptitude for high anxiety than those without dependency or individuals who are prone to abusing alcohol and/or substances. When anxiety spikes, the body - [Anxiety Eating at You? Refuel With a Nutritious Diet for Recovery](https://wishope.org/blog-post/anxiety-eating-at-you-refuel-with-a-nutritious-diet-for-recovery/) - Addiction takes a toll on the mind and body — namely, the digestive system. Gut health impacts overall well-being in numerous ways, many of which are still being studied and analyzed by scientists. Binging alcohol creates challenges for the digestive recovery of already-detoxed users. Furthermore, individuals in recovery may be prone to intense mood swings - [Addiction Can Feel Like a Battle. How Do We Deal With Someone Losing?](https://wishope.org/blog-post/addiction-can-feel-like-a-battle-how-do-we-deal-with-someone-losing/) - Even when the risks are abundantly clear. Even when a loved one appears unchanged from the outside looking in. Even with years of group meetings and one-on-one counseling. 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Regardless of how deeply an individual cares to avoid relapse, the choice often grinds them between two seemingly equivalent - [Addition by Subtraction: How Removing Yourself Can Spur a Loved One’s Recovery](https://wishope.org/blog-post/addition-by-subtraction-how-removing-yourself-can-spur-a-loved-ones-recovery/) - Maintaining a relationship through recovery from alcohol and/or substance use disorder takes hard work, effective communication, and explicit boundaries. As important as it is to project positivity and optimism, when it comes to setting boundaries the very real prospect of walking away from a relationship turned toxic must be addressed in theory as well as practice. If - [How Technology and Addiction Work in Tandem](https://wishope.org/blog-post/how-technology-and-addiction-work-in-tandem/) - Over a span of 20 years, technology has revolutionized our economy, communication, socialization, and more. Coping with recovery from alcohol and/or substance use disorder in the midst of recent progress in digital communications increases the accessibility of resources, while simultaneously adding previously non-existent distractions. Innovations such as mobile healthcare, social media, and streaming services fail - [Denial: The Truth Behind the Lies](https://wishope.org/blog-post/denial-the-truth-behind-the-lies/) - There is an optimism that every addicted person must confront, as it represents a break from the reality of alcohol and/or substance use disorder. The nature of this condition forces coping individuals to surrender all illusions of self-control in order to take actionable steps towards recovery. Understandably, the human species as a whole is not - [Need to Boost Your Recovery Game? Take It To the Next Level With a Recovery Coach](https://wishope.org/blog-post/need-to-boost-your-recovery-game-take-it-to-the-next-level-with-a-recovery-coach/) - As an extension of mental health, recovering from addiction takes commitment, dedication, and honesty. Sharing these values with another person who has been through the same experiences can prove highly cathartic and reassuring to one’s peace of mind. Partnering with such a kindred spirit elevates the accessibility of recovery, allowing partners to coach each other - [A Letter to Your Future Self from the Ugly Truth of Your Addiction](https://wishope.org/blog-post/a-letter-to-your-future-self-from-the-ugly-truth-of-your-addiction/) - Dear Future Self, I live with substance use disorder. My behavior will always reflect a desire, or the suppression of a desire, to use. The way I treat others is up to me, and me alone. 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