Difficult people do not cause relapse - but they can create the emotional state that makes escape feel tempting. John Makohen, CASC, RCP, gives readers a clear, practical plan to stay calm, set boundaries, and protect recovery in real-world situations.

Andy reflects on the clarity of six sober weeks—and the unraveling that followed when old habits resurfaced.

A candid, unvarnished look at triggers in recovery—how they arise in daily life, why they persist, and how to build real-world defenses.