Power of Recovery

12/12/2025

🎧 Watch The Mended Podcast – Episode 23: Scotty S.

Scotty S comes in and discusses his upbringing, schooling, and conflicts with the Church, and he shares his gratitude for the program and the 23 years of sobriety he has!

12/10/2025

12/10/2025

Overcoming addiction isn’t easy but it can be done.

We sat down with Alex Costa to share his Day #1 story.

“My name is Alex Costa, and my sobriety date is April 2, 2012. I got sober at 20 years old. I never had a ‘legal drink,’ and even still, the disease of alcoholism and addiction brought me to my knees.

Today, I truly have a life beyond my wildest dreams. And I promise you can too.”

Thank you Alex for sharing your Day #1 story.
We ❤️💚 you!!

Alex’s story is a powerful example that recovery is possible at any age, and that one decision …YOUR DAY #1…can change everything.

Read the full story here ➜ https://www.powerofrecovery.org/blog/alex-costa-how-i-got-to-my-day-1

Give us a call if you need help. We are here to help you from Day #1: 781.629.4609

12/09/2025

One of the most surprising—and most difficult—parts of early sobriety is BOREDOM.

It happens. It’s normal. And it doesn’t mean you’re doing anything wrong.

When substances are removed, the brain is recalibrating. Dopamine levels are stabilizing. Life can suddenly feel… quiet. Slow. Even dull.

This phase is temporary but it can be triggering if you’re not prepared. Up to 47% of people in early recovery report boredom as a major challenge. Boredom increases relapse risk because the brain is missing its old “quick dopamine hits”. Recovery creates space and at first, that empty space can feel uncomfortable.

But here’s the truth: this phase doesn't last!

Positive moves to do when boredom hits:
1. Move your body: Even a 5-minute walk boosts dopamine naturally.
2. Change your environment: Step outside. Go to a meeting. Call a support person.
3. Engage your mind: Journaling, puzzles, cooking, reading-anything that adds structure.
4. Plan your days: Structure reduces relapse risk by up to 50%.
5. Name it: Boredom may be a cover for anxiety, fatigue, and being emotionally overwhelmed

Give us a call if you need help. We are here to help you from Day #1: 781.629.4609

12/08/2025

Hey guys, Justin here.

A special message about recovery and how to start…I’m here with Matty and Damon from Power of Recovery. If you are looking for help, today is a perfect day to start.

🌟I’m living proof that all you need is a DAY #1

We’ve helped tens of thousands of people start their recovery journey and learn how to maintain it. If you or a loved one is struggling, please give a call at 781.629.4609 or visit powerofrecovery.org. -Justin 🙏

Thank you Justin for all you do to share our message and inspire people who are ready to ask for help. We are here to help! And always remember, SOBER IS THE NEW SEXY. That’s right Matty.

12/07/2025

Happy Birthday Damon…The Banana photo returns today to celebrate the one, the only, Damon Weinberg! 🥳🎂🎈It’s just too d funny not to have it on here. 🍌

Thanks for all you do and for being there for me and so many! You keep us all on our toes, and laughing every single day. -Matty
🧡🤍💙
Happy Birthday Damon, from your Power family!

12/04/2025

🎙️ New Episode: Mended #22: Derek’s Story of Strength & 22 Months of Sobriety

Derek opens up about his four-decade battle with alcohol, the moment everything changed, and how walking into detox on February 6, 2024 set him on an entirely new path.

He shares how acceptance, accountability, and 6 dedicated months at Power of Recovery helped him rebuild his life from the inside out… mending a broken relationship with his daughter, breaking a three-generation family pattern of alcoholism, and discovering a spiritual foundation that keeps him grounded one day at a time.

Derek also talks about learning to see “boring” days as peace, what he tells newcomers who feel unsure or overwhelmed, and how he handles those “I don’t care anymore” moments without picking up a drink.

🎧 Watch The Mended Podcast – Episode 22 >>

Derek C, a former client of Power of Recovery, now working in the field himself as an RS at RCA, stops in to discuss his experience in his recovery journey.

12/02/2025

It’s 14 YEARS that Chelsea's House Sober Living has been open. 🤭

Never thought a 5 man house in Lynn would turn into this. I never stop and look at what we have done and how hard it has been to get here.

Through Chelsea's House we have been blessed to open Power of Recovery and we ARE JUST GETTING STARTED. So much goes on behind the scenes to keep this all running. I would like to thank each of you personally - YOU KNOW WHO YOU ARE!! Without all of you. This don’t work!!!

At the end of the day when all is said and done we know we have helped a LOT of people and that’s a pretty good feeling. -Matty

12/02/2025

This is the toughest time of year for recovery and addiction, better known as ‘The Triple Crown’ and we are in the heat of it - just past Thanksgiving, and headed to Christmas & New Year’s. It’s what us addicts like us like to call the Triple Crown. We want people who are struggling with addiction themselves or have a loved one struggling to know there is helping support out there for everybody. All you have to do is take the first step and ask for help, especially during this difficult time of year. - Matty

Oh MAN! The dreaded Triple Crown! I’ve spent many holidays isolated, and not knowing where to turn. That’s why Power of Recovery is so important because you get connected with other people who are struggling. It’s that connection that enables us to grow and overcome the dreaded Triple Crown and come out on top. We did it and so can you! -Justin

You are NOT alone. Call Matty at Power of Recovery and stay sober through the holidays free from the influence of drugs and alcohol. Get help for yourself or a loved one.

Call us anytime day or night at 781.629.4609

NOBODY WILL BE TURNED AWAY!

11/29/2025

🎧 Watch The Mended Podcast – Episode 21, Idris❣️

11/27/2025

Please help us in congratulating Mari Santos on 7 years in recovery!! Mari is so much to so many! Every single day she helps people get to their seventh minute, seventh day, seventh week, seventh month, etc. There’s a lot of people that would be lost without you, your strength and hope.

We love you, Mari!
🧡💙 - Matty.
Is there anything you’d like to share on your big day?

I remember waking up with a rare sense of clarity. For the first time in a long time, I could breathe without the weight of addiction crushing me. It wasn’t easy to admit, but I knew I couldn’t do this alone.

That day, I went to a meeting. Listening to others share their stories opened my eyes. I realized I wasn’t alone and if they could get through it, so could I.

It was the start of the hardest fight of my life. But that fight has given me 2,555 days of recovery and counting.

Sharing my story resets me. It reminds me how far I’ve come and how grateful I am for this life. Thank you, Power of Recovery, for giving me the chance to do that.”
❤️ -Mari Santos

✨ Every sober journey begins with one decision. One choice. One Day One. ONE DAY AT A TIME.

If you are a loved one needs help call Power of Recovery today at 781-629-4609. We are here 24/7.