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There are as many different ways to get clean and sober as there are alcoholics and addicts.  There is no magic formula that works for everyone at all times.  All the different “Programs” contain some useful ideas.  No one approach has a “lock” on recovery.  Every method produces some success stories.  Every method produces some…

Compiled by John M. Price Tool: A means by which something is done or obtained.  Have you ever tried to fix or adjust something without the proper tool? It makes your work much harder. Following is a list of “tools” for the clean and sober life. These should not be construed as a mandatory set…

Here is how I got and am staying sober (your mileage may vary): 1) Know your enemy, go on the web and research the effects of alcohol on the body and mind. Learn about alcoholism. 2) Eat well. Especially early on your body needs help repairing the damage done. Avoid/cut back on caffeine (I switched…

by Bob J. (Santa Rosa CA) Change your self-image to a non-drinker/user. While this is much easier said than done, consider the benefits once it’s achieved. You don’t feel sorry for yourself because you can’t drink or use because you don’t want to. You aren’t jealous of people who do drink or use because that’s…