One of the most difficult aspects of recovery is overcoming cravings. These are strong desires that seem to appear out of nowhere and are difficult to resist. They are, however, not uncontrollable. Learning to control urges is a crucial skill… Read More ›
Category: Recovery
Why Self-Care Is Important in Addiction Recovery
Addiction and substance abuse disorders quickly engulf your life and everything you value. During active addiction, drugs and alcohol take precedence over your physical and mental health, work, and family. One of the reasons why this may happen is that… Read More ›
Use Creativity to Enhance Your Recovery
The value of creativity in the recovery process from substance abuse cannot be ignored. Many people with addiction disorders suffer from alexithymia, a condition in which they have trouble identifying and explaining their sensations. However, they can explore their sentiments… Read More ›
The Role of Empowerment During Addiction Treatment
The successful treatment of a drug or alcohol problem is a big achievement. A lot of effort is needed in order to achieve this goal. One key factor that will help you achieve your goal is the addiction recovery mentality.… Read More ›
Balancing Your Recovery While Working Full Time
Addiction recovery is a life-long journey, and it is expected that an individual will be coping with its unique effects throughout their life. While one may have taken time off from work to attend a detox program or residential treatment… Read More ›
Finding Your Sober Friends
Entering substance addiction treatment is similar to entering a foreign culture. We don’t know the language, customs, or what to expect. Likewise, sobriety is like entering a foreign country. Foreign cultures ask us to extend ourselves beyond our comfort… Read More ›
The Benefits of Massage Therapy in Recovery
An individual moving through recovery to overcome addiction or address mental health disorders will encounter a great deal of change. Navigating this discomfort is an essential part of the recovery process, and overcoming these emotional hurdles can take a lot… Read More ›
Letting Go of Shame
Sobriety has many benefits. One of those benefits is waking up in the morning aware of what we did the night before. Another is not worrying about having to apologize to others for things we said or did. When… Read More ›
Creating Boundaries With Yourself in Recovery
Setting boundaries is an essential part of the recovery process. Most people think this relates only to setting boundaries with others, but setting boundaries with themselves is a pivotal aspect as well. Personal boundaries are the mental, emotional, and physical… Read More ›
Using Positive Reinforcement to Help Loved Ones in Recovery
It is sometimes easy to forget the weight our words of encouragement and praise carry and their effect on others. Being intentional about sharing the good you see in your loved one’s progress in recovery can assist them to stay… Read More ›
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