Bam Margera Speaks on Addiction and Recovery at New Origins
Quick Summary Bam Margera recently visited New Origins in Redlands, California, spending time with men in treatment and speaking openly about addiction, relapse, and recovery. His appearance reflected the kind of honesty and lived experience New Origins values in recovery. A Night Focused on Honesty and Recovery New Origins in Redlands is a men’s addiction […]
New Origins Celebrates 10 Years of Service to Men in Recovery
Quick Summary New Origins celebrated ten years of service in Redlands, California with a community night honoring the men, families, and staff who have shaped the program since its first admit. The event focused on connection, gratitude, and the steady work of recovery rather than formal speeches. A Milestone Worth Celebrating On December 4, 2025, […]
What a Real Week in IOP Looks Like (Hours, Expectations, and How Guys Make It Work)
Quick Summary IOP is not a vague idea of more treatment. It is a structured week designed to keep you steady while you rebuild routines and coping skills. This post walks through what a typical IOP week looks like, what is expected of you, and how men keep working and handling life while they do […]
Outpatient vs IOP: How to Choose the Level of Care That Fits Your Life (Without Guessing)
Quick Summary (TLDR) Most guys pick a level of care based on fear, pride, or what they think they can squeeze into their schedule. That is how you end up in the wrong lane. This guide breaks down the real difference between outpatient and IOP, the signs you need more structure, and how to choose […]
Men, Addiction, and the Pressure to Provide: How Recovery Fits Into the Workweek
Quick Summary Outpatient and intensive outpatient programs allow working men to receive addiction and mental health treatment while staying employed and fulfilling family responsibilities. Prolonged stress is a significant risk factor for addiction and relapse, and many men delay treatment due to fear of letting others down or appearing unreliable. Recovery through structured outpatient care […]
90 Days Is Not Enough: The Real Timeline of Men’s Recovery
Quick Summary Recovery from addiction typically requires more than the commonly cited 30, 60, or 90 day timelines because the brain, nervous system, and behavioral patterns take months to stabilize and heal. Short-term programs may provide early clarity but often do not give men enough time to develop emotional regulation, communication skills, and consistent routines […]
What Comes After Detox? How Men Can Build a Recovery Routine in Outpatient Care
Quick Summary Detox clears substances from the body, but recovery requires addressing the emotional, mental, and behavioral patterns behind addiction through structured outpatient care. Men-focused outpatient programs offer therapy, peer support, and skill-building on a flexible schedule that allows work and family commitments to continue. Ongoing care is critical because relapse rates for substance use […]
Sonny Sandoval from POD Brings His Story of Faith and Fame to New Origins
Quick Summary Men in addiction recovery can benefit from hearing lived experiences from others who have faced similar struggles and found purpose through faith, service, and community. Sonny Sandoval of P.O.D., Pastor Doug Bennett, Andy Roy, and Russ on Wheelz shared stories of grief, addiction, incarceration, and paralysis at a New Origins event, demonstrating that […]
How Community and Brotherhood Support Long-Term Sobriety for Men in San Bernardino County
Quick Summary Peer support and brotherhood can play a central role in men’s addiction recovery by reducing isolation, building accountability, and creating space for honest conversation about struggles with substances like alcohol, opioids, or methamphetamine. Research shows that peer support is linked with reduced relapse, better treatment retention, and stronger relationships with providers. Male-only recovery […]
Jay Mohr, Josh Swindell, and Andy Roy Share Stories of Survival and Recovery at New Origins
Quick Summary Recovery speakers with lived experience can offer hope and perspective to men facing addiction, trauma, and mental health challenges. Actor Jay Mohr spoke about his amphetamine and alcohol addiction and treatment in 2021, former skateboarder Josh Swindell shared his experience after 19 years of incarceration, and Andy Roy discussed his ongoing recovery from […]
Dope to Hope: Tim Ryan and Jennifer Gimenez Speak at New Origins
Quick Summary Tim Ryan and Jennifer Gimenez, recovery advocates and the couple behind Dope to Hope, visited New Origins to share their personal stories of transformation from addiction to long-term recovery. Tim’s journey included heroin, opioid, alcohol, and cocaine addiction, incarceration, and the loss of his 20-year-old son to overdose, while Jennifer faced alcohol and […]
Finding Strength in Community: New Origins Event with Anthony Torres, Noel G, and Friends
Quick Summary Recovery from addiction is strengthened through connection with others who share similar experiences and a sense of purpose. Community events that bring together people in recovery, including speakers like Pastor Anthony Torres who has been sober for more than 14 years, can help individuals in early sobriety see the power and possibilities of […]
Prioritizing Mental Wellness: Self-Care for Men in Recovery at New Origins
Quick Summary Self-care practices help men in recovery manage stress, reduce anxiety, and replace unhealthy coping mechanisms with healthier alternatives that support long-term sobriety. Effective techniques include regular physical activity, balanced nutrition, mindfulness and meditation, social connection through support groups, and creative hobbies that promote personal fulfillment. Individualized treatment plans can integrate self-care strategies alongside […]
Embracing Sober Living as a Man: Challenging Societal Expectations and Toxic Masculinity
Quick Summary Sober living for men involves overcoming substance dependence while challenging societal expectations and toxic masculinity that may glorify excessive drinking, risky behavior, and emotional suppression. Embracing sobriety allows men to redefine masculinity through vulnerability, emotional honesty, and healthier coping strategies such as mindfulness, physical exercise, and meaningful relationships. Professional help, therapy, support groups, […]
Staying Sober Through the Fall: Embracing Sobriety During a Season of Change
Quick Summary Fall festivities and social gatherings can be navigated successfully while maintaining sobriety by preparing in advance, building a support network, and embracing sober autumn traditions like apple picking, pumpkin carving, and outdoor activities. The fall season offers an opportunity to adopt a new leaf mentality, focusing on personal growth through mindfulness, stress management, […]
The Power of Brotherhood in Recovery: A Lifeline of Support and Healing
Quick Summary Brotherhood in recovery refers to supportive communities formed by individuals with shared addiction experiences who provide emotional support, understanding, and encouragement throughout the journey to sobriety. These genuine connections help break isolation, offer accountability, and create a safe space for vulnerability without judgment. The empathy and shared experiences within this fellowship can support […]
Colin Morrison – Talking Sobriety
Quick Summary Colin Morrison, a former professional freestyle motocross rider, recovered from years of addiction to alcohol, prescription opiates, and heroin and now hosts the podcast Talking Sobriety to share recovery stories and support others in sobriety. His journey reflects how the extreme sports lifestyle combined with widespread opiate prescribing in the early 2000s contributed […]
How to Enjoy Being Sober
Quick Summary Long-term sobriety brings meaningful rewards including mental clarity, improved physical health, rebuilt relationships, and the opportunity to address underlying trauma through therapy and support. While recovery requires daily effort and can be challenging, especially in early stages after treatment, it offers benefits like better sleep, increased energy, stronger focus, and the ability to […]
Top 5 Gifts for Recovering Addicts
Quick Summary Supporting someone in recovery during the holidays can involve thoughtful gifts that emphasize connection, purpose, and healthy habits rather than material items. Options include offering empathy and communication, spending quality time together at sober-friendly activities, supporting hobbies or skills that provide fulfillment, encouraging physical activity, and providing simple comforts that may be financially […]
What is Recovery Maintenance? And How Do You Do It?
Quick Summary Recovery maintenance is the late stage of recovery that occurs after detox and typically begins around four to six months post-detox, focusing on building long-term coping skills and self-efficacy to prevent relapse. This phase addresses core issues like trauma, shame, and poor self-image while developing stress coping and temptation coping strategies through behavioral […]
Are You Living with a Functional Alcoholic? Know the Signs
Quick Summary Functional alcoholics maintain jobs, relationships, and daily responsibilities while having a physical or emotional dependence on alcohol, but this dependence is likely to impact their functionality over time. Over fifteen million people in the US have an alcohol use disorder, and signs include drinking more than moderate levels (more than one drink per […]
Brian Welch, Joins Colin Morrison for Podcast Recording in Redlands
Quick Summary Brian Welch, lead guitarist of Korn, left the band in 2005 to get sober and care for his young daughter Jennea, overcoming methamphetamine and alcohol addiction through faith and commitment to recovery. His journey shows that sobriety does not instantly solve life’s challenges, and he struggled with anger, depression, and learning basic life […]