Everyone knows how hard it is to change an old habit. Our brains are extremely elastic, with the reward system stubbornly clinging to memories of behaviors we would prefer to […]
Sober Activities for Women in Recovery
Rebuilding your life in addiction recovery can be a mystifying task at the outset. It takes time to shift over to a healthy daily routine and sober lifestyle. One of […]
Celebrate Summer Sobriety with Slow-Cooker Pulled Chicken
Recovery is a top-down, inside out process that involves the rebuilding of the spirit and restoration of health and wellness. Summertime is a special time of year that lends itself […]
Honoring Two Special and Influential Women with Some Southern Comfort Food
July marks two special birthdays near and dear to Ashley Addiction Treatment, the birthdays of Micki Thomas on July 23rd, and her sister Mae Abraham on July 24th. “Feminine genius” […]
How Can I Work on Challenging Parts of My Personality?
Things seem to be going well. We are making progress, showing up, staying sober, and doing our healing work. But then we hit a wall. Something happens. We get angry, […]
Utilizing Archetypes to Empower and Transform Your Life
Many of us turn to books, movies, or music to serve as guiding lights in our recovery process. These tools can empower us, affirm, and strengthen our identity, and serve […]