Massage therapy has been used for centuries to help treat a number of health conditions and to improve wellness, including for those pursuing addiction recovery. Massage therapy can become an excellent addition to addiction recovery, as the mind, body and… Read More ›
Category: Healthy Living
Acupuncture Myths
If someone were to tell you that you’d be able to get acupuncture right now, how would you feel? Would you be excited, or nervous? For many Americans, acupuncture seems like a terrifyingly painful experience – just the thought of… Read More ›
The Impact of PTSD Nightmares
After a traumatic event has occurred – even years after it’s happened, it’s not uncommon for a person to struggle with symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). For many people, it’s a recurring experience that involves waking up from a… Read More ›
Why You Should Consider Yoga
Many Americans explain yoga as something that you “do”, but this isn’t quite the case. As it was originally developed into, yoga is a natural state of being – it’s a spiritual discipline that involves breath control, simple meditation, and… Read More ›
Being Realistic with Your New Year’s Resolutions
Before the ball drops, many people hold deep within themselves these wishes and goals that they’d like to achieve for the upcoming year – goals associated with career, personal growth, relationships and more. Some may reflect on their last year’s… Read More ›
Christmas Reminders for a Sober Holiday
So many things happen on Christmas. Parties, dancing, food, music, games – with so much going on, it’s easy for those in addiction recovery to feel overwhelmed. While Christmas time can be a wonderful time to spend with friends and… Read More ›
Dealing With Anxiety This Holiday Season
For millions of Americans across the nation, the holidays bring about added stress. So many people feel pressure to make the “perfect” dish, to “impress” others with latest achievements, and to overall “look” the part that is portrayed in media… Read More ›
Responding to Pressure During the Holidays
The holidays are often filled with friends and family talking, playing games, eating and more. While spending time with friends and family can be fun, it can easily get out of hand for someone who is working on their sobriety.… Read More ›
Finding Fun Sober Activities During the Holidays
With Thanksgiving and other holidays coming up, it can be a difficult time for anyone in recovery. Around Thanksgiving, Christmas, and other holidays, movies and commercials start to appear that are focused on family, friends, and being together – if… Read More ›
Relaxing in Recovery
Many people with mental illness are limited in their ability to experience a meaningful life because the symptoms of their illness hold them back from pursuing new opportunities, making connections with others and more. When it comes to recovery, it’s… Read More ›