Ways to Cope with Relapse Dreams
Ways to Cope with Relapse Dreams Content reviewed by Karen Rubenstein, LMFT, Chief Clinical Officer at Cliffside Malibu Dreams have been a mystery since the dawn of consciousness. Why do they occur? What do they represent? What causes the specificities of the dreams? One of the greater mysteries of early sobriety is relapse dreams. They carry […]
Addiction Recovery Post-Pandemic
Addiction Recovery Post-Pandemic It appears things are getting somewhat back to normal after a stressful year, and it is time to start focusing on your recovery again. It was challenging for many to remain sober during isolation resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic. However, now that the country is opening back up, it also opens opportunities […]
3 Ways of Giving Yourself the Best Chance at Sobriety
Sobriety doesn’t take a day off. Some days may go smoothly, with minimal triggers. Other days may take a little more effort to remain on a clean path. Triggers may get larger, louder and take up more of your time and energy to work through. Casa Palmera wants to help you make the most of […]
Social Distancing and Quarantine: Looking at the Bright Side
Social Distancing and Quarantine During Coronavirus: Looking at the Bright Side With everything going on in the world right now, it can be hard not to feel anxious and stressed out. Our normal daily routines have been turned upside down, our creature comforts are either gone or hard to come by, and it is nearly […]
COVID19, Stress & Relapse
Who knew we would be talking about Corona in such a derogatory fashion? Possibly, for the rest of our lives, we will recall the days when COVID19 became a part of our vocabulary. No matter how you perceive the issue or where you live, this pandemic has affected your life. Perhaps you are part of […]
How to be There for a Loved One in Recovery During Social Distancing
How to be There for a Loved One in Recovery During Social Distancing The coronavirus is quickly spreading, and leaders all over the country are urging us to practice self-quarantine and social distancing measures in an effort to slow the curve of the spread of the virus. While social distancing does not mean social isolating, […]