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Finding a Job Once in Recovery
In Recovery – How to Find a Job After a Long Period of Substance Abuse © Noodlepie
Idle hands and too many idle hours aren’t often helpful as you strive to maintain your recovery – and also, everyone needs to make a living, right?! Problematically though, addiction is rarely associated with high job performance and though you’re now in recovery and ready to do great work – the gaps in your resume can make it hard to even get in the door. In a booming economy, it might not matter, but when times are tight, getting a job in early recovery can be really tough. Here’s a list of resource agencies that specialize in helping people in recovery find work – as well as a list of tips for general job searching success. Read Article
Addiction Recovery May 20, 2011 (5)
"Now that I'm sober... Who am I?" Your New Identity
"You Got Sober, Now Grow Up!" - Learn to Make Friends, Get a Sober Job, Go to School, Etc. © Christiano Betta
Discover who you are without alcohol or drugs! Many addicts and alcoholics fail to complete some of the normal developmental tasks due to their addiction. Recovery becomes a time to go back and complete tasks that were delayed because of addiction. Read Article
Addiction Recovery June 10, 2013 (1)
From Addicted to Addictions Counselor
In Recovery: Becoming an Addictions Counselor - How to Succeed and What to Consider © Tojosan
In recovery and thinking about becoming an addictions counselor? Here's what's needed to get in and do well in this very worthwhile field. Read Article
Addiction Recovery August 20, 2013 (11)

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