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Romance. Relationships. Recovery. Advise for 'Normies' Dating a Sober Person

Dating someone sober? Have a conversation to set some ground rules. This is vital for any relationship in which one person is in recovery and the other is not.

Blogger

4 min read

Weed Isn’t the Villain — But It’s Not Harmless Either

Let’s talk about marijuana without the propaganda… and without pretending it’s a magical herb that never hurts anyone. Because both of those takes are bullsh*t,

Colusa County Recovery

2 min read

Exercise Options For Those In Recovery & Anyone Else Who Hates Gyms

Exercise is a life-altering addition to any treatment program. Exercise provides a “natural high” by flooding the body with endorphins.

Colusa County Recovery

3 min read

The Powerful Message of "Wicked" Through the Lens of a Recovering Addict

"Wicked" isn't just a story about witches and magic; it's a testament to the resilience of the spirit. Elphaba, despite being ostracized...

SM Wagenaar

2 min read

Clean and Sober Fun with Friends & Family

Having fun in recovery! Walking out of a life of addiction is an incredible achievement, and you should be more than proud of yourself.

Colusa County Recovery

3 min read

Jason's Journey from Homeless Addict to Recovery Advocate

Methamphetamine had been a cruel thief, pilfering everything Jason held dear: his apartment, his steady job, close ties with his family and the love of his girlfriend . . .

Colusa County Recovery

2 min read

Safety Net Shredded: Vulnerable Homeless Woman Denied Aid in Colusa County

Almi was denied homeless housing assistance in Colusa County, marking her the eleventh documented case CCR has identified.

Homeless Advocacy

3 min read

Relapse and Recovery: Patrick's Story

Even though Patrick had hit bottom after bottom, he was unable to stay sober. Eventually he decided to ask for help from his father...

SM Wagenaar

3 min read

My Conversation with Five Unhoused Residents Living Rough in Colusa

In the heart of Colusa County, a disturbing narrative unfolds among its unhoused residents. Far from feeling supported by the intended systems, some feel passed over.

Homeless Advocacy

5 min read

The Pit-Falls of 'Language Policing' in Support Settings

As a community peer-based organization supporting at-risk populations for nearly five years, we've learned a fundamental truth: the demands of language policing often do more harm than good.