December 2, 2016

Staying Sober during the Holidays: Tips for Those Who Drink Too Much

Earlier this week I asked a panel of experts a simple question: “What advice would you give someone who is trying to stay sober throughout the holidays?” These individuals were themselves in recovery from alcohol and drug addiction, and part of a Holiday Relapse Prevention program that I help teach each year.

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November 26, 2015

Beating the Holiday Blues: A Prayer for the Melancholy

By Warren Holleman
Revised December 2, 2016.

IMG_3413Holidays can be difficult, especially for those who struggle with depression and addiction. Do you know the song, “Have Yourself A Merry, Little Christmas”? It was recorded by Judy Garland, in 1944, for the movie, “Meet Me in St. Louis.” It’s not a typical holiday song. It’s not cheery or saccharin or superficial.

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