The Value of Gratitude in Addiction Recovery
Updated on 4//29/25 The treatment and recovery journey from substance use requires persistence and commitment. For treatment to be effective, an individual must make the challenging decision to admit their loss of control over substance use and choose to receive professional treatment. While this may be the most challenging step in recovery for some, the […]
The Impact of Mindfulness on Addiction Recovery
Mindfulness is becoming an increasingly popular personal growth and healing practice. Specifically, mindfulness is recognized as a valuable therapeutic intervention for mental health and substance use disorders. What makes mindfulness as worthwhile as it proves to be? The practice of mindfulness involves becoming consciously aware of the present moment. It is an ancient practice that […]
10 Ways to Begin Loving Yourself Again
Content reviewed by Christian Losch, LCSW, LCADC, CEO of Pinelands Learning to love yourself is never an easy process. This process can become even more complicated when you have battled your way through addiction and substance use. Although it can take time to grasp, self-love is essential for sustaining long-term recovery. The beginning of recovery […]
How Gratitude Can Help During Addiction Recovery
While many of us have heard that gratitude is important to practice and express daily, we often find ourselves struggling to find the motivation to practice it, let alone believe in its benefits. Understanding the impact that gratitude can have on your sobriety is vital for beginning to implement this new daily routine into your […]