Those of us in recovery are familiar with the concept of change. It’s not something we look forward to, but we learn that most of these changes end up being […]
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What Does a Wellness Practice Do For Recovery?
Post-treatment, the priority becomes designing life around recovery. Many adjustments need to be made during this phase. Mental, emotional, spiritual, and physical wellness all become priorities, and it can feel […]
I’ve Already Been to Therapy
Understanding the nature of substance use disorder and addiction continues to grow and new light continues to be shed on the mental aspect of the disease. While the focus has […]
The Friendships Afterward
The experience of treatment is different for everyone. Some stays are more extended, and others are shorter but more intensive. Either way, we experience a shift in our thinking and […]
The Path to Recovery Is Not Always the Same
Many who struggle with substance use disorders do so for years on end and there is often a gradual descent into more difficult life circumstances as the illness progresses. For […]
How Can I Make a Gratitude Practice My Own?
Gratitude is a word often heard in treatment and 12-Step recovery programs. Such places carry slogans like “an attitude of gratitude”, and daily gratitude is suggested as a spiritual or […]