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Relapse Prevention Is More Than Stopping the Substance
Relapse prevention is not just about saying no or staying busy. It is about understanding the pain that existed before the substance ever entered the picture. In this reflection, Michael Green, CAC-AD, explores why recovery requires more than abstinence, how shared experience in relapse prevention groups helps people heal, and why addressing what’s underneath addiction is where lasting change begins.
What Are the Best Tips for Staying Sober During the Holidays?
The holidays really do know how to test people. Crowded gatherings. Emotional triggers. Family members asking questions you are not prepared to answer. And everywhere you look, someone is holding a drink. It’s no wonder so many people start Googling ‘how to stay sober in December’.
Best Sober Holiday Podcasts for Motivation and Support
Holidays can be joyful and triggering. Whether you’re newly sober, sober curious, or years into recovery, these podcasts offer motivation, laughter, and real tools to help you stay grounded, connected, and alcohol-free this season.
Acceptance In Recovery
In recovery, surrender cracks the door open — but acceptance is what lets you walk through it. In this reflection, Michael Green explores how learning to “float” with life, rather than resist it, leads to real peace, growth, and freedom.
The Real Cost of Addiction Treatment: What You’re Paying For and Why Self-Pay Can Be the Smarter Investment
Insurance can cover treatment—but it can also control it. In this post, we unpack why self-pay addiction care isn’t about spending more; it’s about choosing care that actually works. Learn how Recovery Collective’s personalized approach offers greater flexibility, privacy, and clinical depth for lasting recovery.
Surrender: The Paradox That Saves Us
What if the moment you stop fighting is the moment you finally start to heal? In this deeply human reflection, counselor Michael Green, CAC-AD, explores why surrender, the concept most people fear, is actually the doorway to freedom in addiction recovery. Through story, neuroscience, and raw honesty, he reveals how letting go of control doesn’t mean giving up—it means giving yourself a chance to live.
The Blind Spot of the Addicted Mind: Breaking Through Denial and Finding Healing
Denial doesn’t just hide the truth—it changes how the addicted brain sees it. In this article, Michael Green, CAC-AD, examines how denial both protects and destroys, and how awareness, connection, and therapy can help break the cycle toward genuine healing.
Understanding the Cost of Addiction Treatment: What You Need to Know Before Seeking Help
Understanding the cost of addiction treatment can feel overwhelming. This guide from Recovery Collective breaks down what influences pricing, what insurance actually covers, and how to find quality care that fits your goals, budget, and path to recovery.
When the Mind Becomes Its Own Battlefield: How Denial Blocks Mental Health & Addiction Recovery
When the mind becomes its own battlefield, the signs aren’t always visible. Mental health and addiction often hide beneath layers of denial and self-protection. In this piece, Michael Green, CAC-AD, explores how compassion and approaches like Motivational Enhancement Therapy can help transform resistance into resilience and initiate the process of genuine healing.
What Is the Root Cause of Addiction?
Addiction isn’t just about willpower—it’s deeply connected to biology, environment, and psychology. From brain chemistry and genetic predisposition to trauma, stress, and mental health struggles, addiction is often a symptom of deeper issues. Proper recovery means addressing these root causes, not just the surface-level behaviors. In this blog, we explore what drives addiction and how integrative therapy, relapse prevention, and holistic healing can help break the cycle for good. Ready to start your journey to recovery? Let’s dive in.
Ditch the Booze: Embrace the Benefits of Dry January
Ready to kick off the new year with a healthier mindset? Dry January offers the perfect opportunity to ditch the booze and discover the incredible benefits of an alcohol-free lifestyle. From improved sleep and mental clarity to saving money and fostering deeper connections, taking a break from drinking can have lasting positive effects on your well-being. Whether you're reevaluating your relationship with alcohol or simply looking for a fresh start, Dry January is a powerful step toward prioritizing your health and happiness. Let this month be the beginning of meaningful, long-term change!