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. [...]
The Importance of Spirituality in Recovery
We hear about the importance of having a spiritual practice in recovery, but what does that mean? People who are new to recovery often have questions about [...]
The Healing Power of Creativity in Recovery
“Creativity is the power to connect the seemingly unconnected.” ~William Plomer Active substance use stifles our physical, emotional, and spiritual health, as well as our ability to explore and [...]
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, [...]
Ways to Prioritize Self-Care in Recovery
The concept of self-care can feel foreign to many people in early recovery, because in active substance use even basic self-care is often not a priority, and it’s common [...]
The Power of Gratitude in Early Recovery
Gratitude is essential to early recovery, as it allows us to cultivate a mindset of positivity, resiliency, and hope. Did you know that gratitude has also been scientifically proven [...]
The Importance of Structure and Routine in Recovery
Early recovery brings many changes, both exciting and challenging. Even positive changes can feel overwhelming, as many of the aspects of life change physically, emotionally, and socially. Establishing new [...]
The Power of New Beginnings
“New beginnings are often disguised as painful endings.” ~ Lao Tzu It’s a New Year – a new decade in fact – and people are talking about new beginnings, [...]
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 [...]