Self-Care During COVID-19
Self-Care During COVID-19 A.K.A #CopingWithCovid During a time of so much uncertainty and information overload, it is important to make time for self-care, especially while in recovery. The Coronavirus, or COVID-19, is spreading rapidly and the world has banded together to stay inside, practice social distancing, work from home, stop going to school, and work […]
Feeling Like a Disappointment: Self-Care in the Recovery Process
Addiction Recovery and Self Care When you have been in the throes of addiction and decide to finally get help, chances are you have suffered from a lot of negative consequences in order to finally reach that decision. You may have fractured relationships with important people in your life, you may have gotten into some […]
I Keep Relapsing, Why?
Why Do I Keep Relapsing? You finally made the decision to get sober and receive treatment for your addiction. You went through your program, experienced detox and received all the tools you need to be able to live a long, happy healthy life in recovery. However, you find that you keep slipping up. Relapsing is […]
Mindfulness
What is Mindfulness? According to Mindful.org, Mindfulness is the basic human ability to be fully present, aware of where we are and what we’re doing, and not overly reactive or overwhelmed by what’s going on around us. While mindfulness is innate, it can be cultivated through proven techniques, particularly seated, walking, standing, and moving meditation […]
Exercise and Recovery
Endorphins, endorphins, endorphins Exercise is a proven stress reliever! If you suffer from anxiety or depression, exercise can be a perfect medicine for you. Allowing your body to release extra energy and turn it into endorphins will put you in a better overall mood. It will also allow you to tackle issues throughout the day […]
What Support You Should Have After Treatment
What Support You Should Have After Treatment What Happens After Treatment? When you leave a treatment facility, you begin an entirely new chapter. For many people, recovery means making significant lifestyle changes to maintain sobriety. While this can be exciting, it can also feel overwhelming. With the right support system and structure in place, you […]
Brain Scans Reveal Modern Meditation Can Stop Everyday Worries; Lowers Anxiety by 39%
Brain Scans Reveal Modern Meditation Can Stop Everyday Worries; Lowers Anxiety by 39% Meditation as it is practiced today may be slightly different than it was in the ancient past and practiced for different reasons. History shows us that meditation in the 5th and 6th centuries was often as a religious practice. In today’s more […]