Huseyin Djemil’s ‘Towards Recovery’ Blog Series

As Lent approached in 2023, Huseyin Djemil, Founder of the Recovery Community Towards Recovery, was inspired to sit down each day and write a short article for a Blog Series with the aim of informing and inspiring other people on their recovery journey. Here are links to the 40 blog posts. 

> Day 1: The power of recovery

> Day 2: What causes addictive behaviour and how to recognise it

> Day 3: The role of community

> Day 4: Benefits of exercise

> Day 5: Coping with cravings: Tips for managing the urge to use

> Day 6: The benefits of journaling

> Day 7: The importance of self-care

> Day 8: The role of gratitude and how to cultivate it

> Day 9: Staying motivated

> Day 10: How to overcome obstacles and deal with setbacks

> Day 11: The role of family and friends

> Day 12: The power of mindfulness practices

> Day 13: The value of peer support

> Day 14: Strategies for overcoming feelings of shame and stigma

> Day 15: Resilience in recovery

> Day 16: How nutrition can play an important role in addiction recovery

> Day 17: The importance of finding meaning and purpose

> Day 18: How spirituality can enhance addiction recovery

> Day 19: Discussing strategies for repairing relationships

> Day 20: Finding joy

> Day 21: Impact of Social Media

> Day 22: Finding purpose in work

> Day 23: Dealing with guilt

> Day 24: The impact of trauma

> Day 25: Cultivating empathy

> Day 26: How to develop self-discipline

> Day 27: Take a moment

> Day 28: Dealing with depression

> Day 29: Managing anxiety

> Day 30: The importance of self-forgiveness

> Day 31: The importance of celebrating milestones

> Day 32: Building healthy boundaries

> Day 33: Embracing change

> Day 34: The power of connection

> Day 35: Resentment and forgiveness

> Day 36: Re-lapse

> Day 37: How hobbies and interests can support addiction recovery

> Day 38: Finding balance

> Day 39: Taking the first step

> Day 40: Living a fulfilling life

What a Recovery Guide!