Technology has taken over many of our kids’ lives. While they can gain a lot of information from the internet, the fact is that mobile apps, movies and more can be damaging to a teen’s mental health, especially if the… Read More ›
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Nutrition in Recovery
When we’re talking about substance abuse, nutrition is rarely the focus of the conversation. A few simple drinks after work hours can easily translate into several more drinks at home every evening. Similarly, occasional drug use with friends can eventually… Read More ›
The Many Benefits of Working OutÂ
Many Americans have begun exercising because they’re starting to realize the benefits that exercise can have on a person’s daily life and longevity. Exercise isn’t just for the typical athletic, high energy, health fanatic – in fact, practically anyone can… Read More ›
The Best Mood-Boosting Exercises for Recovery
Most of us know that exercise is a quick and healthy way to feel more positive, fit, and generally happier. Working up a sweat while using the cardiovascular system and getting in touch with the body feels good and is… Read More ›
Nutrition and Exercise in Recovery: Complete Wellness
Nutrition and exercise are two of the most commonly neglected aspects of health when substance abuse is involved. A few simple drinks after work hours can translate into daily binge drinking, and occasional drug use with friends can eventually turn… Read More ›
Everything You Wanted To Know About Exercise As A Treatment For Depression
Exercise helps the heart get pumping, which sends extra blood flow and happy chemicals through the brain. As part of a holistic approach to managing depression, exercise is a way to… Read More ›
Are You Feeling Held Back In Your Happiness? 3 Ways You Might Be Interfering
Recovery doesn’t mean being happy all the time. However, the tools of recovery teach us how to mindfully notice when we slide a little too far down the unhappiness scale. Here… Read More ›
How Can I Take Care Of Myself When I’m Feeling Sad?
Journal Sometimes we don’t understand why we are sad. There is a difference between feeling sad and being diagnosable depressed. The everyday kind of sadness that comes on out of nowhere really come from somewhere we just have to discover… Read More ›