What the Word ‘Recovery’ Means to the Herren Wellness Community
Recovery is a powerful word. Recovery means rising up and healing mind, body, and spirit. There are over 23 million Americans across the United States in recovery from substance [...]
Vacationing in Recovery
With the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, many vacations have been put on hold, but you may still feel a need to safely get away for a [...]
Focus on Recovery and Hope: Bob’s Story
Bob M. is one of the first guests at Herren Wellness; he arrived shortly after we opened in 2018. He is an inspiring example of the healing [...]
Meet the Team – Fen Gardiner, Wellness Associate
At Herren Wellness, recovery is a part of our culture and many members of our team live a life in recovery from substance use. Fen Gardiner is [...]
Celebrating the 4th of July – Healthy Ways to Manage Summer Fun
The 4th of July is right around the corner, and it’s a great time to enjoy barbeques, picnics, celebrate our freedom, and visit with friends and family. [...]
Why Wellness is Vital to Prevention and Recovery from Addiction
Wellness is a term we hear a lot these days, and most people correctly interpret it as an overall sense of wellbeing and health. For people in recovery, however, [...]
Recovery and Wellness During the Holiday Season
During the holiday season, there are reminders all around that this time of year is for family, food, and fun. For people in recovery, it is also a time [...]
Seasonal Affective Disorder and Recovery
This is a joyful and stressful time of year, and people in recovery take extra precautions to manage stress, but those diagnosed with co-occurring Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) can [...]
The Importance of Gratitude in Recovery
As Thanksgiving approaches, people talk more about gratitude. Expressing gratitude each November is part of tradition, but for people in recovery, gratitude is a year-round practice and an important [...]
Prioritizing Recovery and Wellness During the Holiday Season
The holiday season, beginning with Thanksgiving and ending with New Year’s, is a joyful and stressful time for everyone. For people in recovery it can bring a [...]