4 Ways to Innovate Your Recovery from the World of Business
In the world of business, innovation in king. There is a lot that business can offer health—and the recovery process in particular. When faced with […]
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Engaging Students through Podcasts
My name is Ted Izydor and I am a licensed alcohol and drug counselor converted to teacher of Introduction to Alcohol and other Drug […]
7 Great Movies About Drug Abuse & Addiction
Number One: Requiem for a Dream Perhaps one of Darren Aronofsky’s most memorable films, Requiem for a Dream is a classic that has made many […]
What does grief have to do with recovery?
“It’s not like I died when I got sober!” With transitions from addiction to recovery, we often encounter grief. We might reminisce about what a great […]
The Big Transition: Nobody told me I had to build a bridge to sobriety when I decided to get clean…
“Just leave your old life of using and drinking behind.” “Look at all the problems your addiction has caused you!” “I mean, really???” “Why would […]
The Gerbil Wheel of Addiction: Time to stop the wheel and live the life you want.
We call this… The INFAMOUS WHEEL OF SHAME AND REPEAT. Yes, as a counselor and a client that has gone through conventional substance abuse treatment, […]
5 Recovery Lessons Learned from My 6-Year-Old
I was recently on the beach in Sannibel, Florida with my 6-year-old son, Samuel. I became enthralled one morning watching him draw lines in the […]
The Alcohol & Addiction Podcast Appearance: Ted Izydor on Being Authentic And Real
In September, I had the opportunity to be on Lee Davy’s show The Alcohol & Addiction Podcast. Listen below, or check out the podcast on […]
An Addiction Counselor’s Biggest Mistakes: Recovery Philosophy & Growth Mindset
In a recent interview, I was asked, “what things might you have missed over the years as an addiction and mental health counselor who has […]