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When relapse triggers are vacation land mines
Vacations offer a longer chance to unwind and a change of scene that can be difficult to capture the rest of the year, but they may also become relapse land mines to those in recovery. Vacations are not exactly stress-free anyway, especially when dealing with new locations, luggage and airlines, or coordinating plans with a group.

Wellness for Recovery and Addiction Relapse Prevention
What does wellness mean to you? The absence of wellness is clearly felt when we are ill, anxious or depressed, when life seems to be passing us by. True holistic wellness encompasses mind, body and spirit, allowing the individual to live in the moment, to enjoy his or her capacity for physical activity, to savor a sense of purpose and a relationship with self and others.

The Sober Holiday De-Stress Plan
During the holiday season, more people drink to excess, and often drive impaired, adding up to a dangerous season. There are more social occasions, and more stress as social and financial obligations and deadlines for shopping mount. The holiday season can seem like a minefield for those in recovery from alcohol or chemical dependence.