Why Change Doesn’t Happen Overnight and How to Embrace the Journey
It is hard to make good decisions to change how life is moving. One minute it seems to be moving one way, the next, an entirely different direction. When you make the crucial step of seeking treatment for addiction, you make a good choice, with positive consequences. Even then, you may ask yourself how long […]
How to Cope While Staying Sober
Giving up an addiction to a new life can have benefits that extend far beyond anything you might imagine. However, it also comes with deep grief and sadness over the loss of the life you once had. Even if you suffered while addicted, you may long for some parts of those days that, in retrospect, […]
If Your Mind Won’t Rest at Bedtime, Try These Tips to Quiet Yourself for Sleep
Not being able to sleep, or insomnia can be really challenging for people in recovery. Unfortunately, many will wrestle with it because the brain and body are trying to adjust to not having drugs in the system. Having a routine can help, but other factors usually play a key role in how a person sleeps. […]
Find Your Confidence (Without Becoming Over-Confident) in Recovery
Having confidence is a great quality, but it takes a beating with addictive behaviors. In recovery, therapists and support groups will talk about finding confidence again when it seems your self-esteem has taken a back seat to substance use, but sometimes too much confidence can come across as arrogance. While you find your confidence again, […]
Why Resilience is Important in Recovery
Resiliency has the power to get people past some of the more challenging aspects of life. Whether it be healing from trauma, negotiating a deal, raising a family, or coping with addiction recovery, resilience is important. The question is how do people develop resilience in the face of adversity. The key lies in understanding how […]
Why Less is More When it Comes to Food and Health
The key to living longer is not just in how you treat your body (though that’s a starter). Food is a key component to living a healthy, happy life in recovery. Diets are not a great way to restrict food intake or challenge your body on a regular basis. Healthy eating should become a lifestyle, […]
Try These Tips to Fight Back Against Summer Sadness
Summer seems the perfect time to experience everything warmer weather has to offer. This includes being outside in the sunshine, enjoying walks in the park, and checking out festivals and events that bring joy and excitement. Many people love to spend time with friends and family in warmer weather, also, because it is a nice […]
How to Make ‘Clean Eating’ a Lifestyle in Recovery
Clean eating is a new trend these days. It seems everyone is talking about it and how to do it right, or do it well, depending on who is talking about it. Basically, it is just about eating healthy, nutritious foods that are natural and holistic for the body. Selecting ethical and sustainable foods is […]
Improve Your Self Control with Some Simple Steps
Self-control is the ability to regulate and alter responses to avoid undesirable behaviors and achieve long-term goals. Research has shown possessing self-control can be important for health and well-being. Common goals like losing weight, eating healthy, and saving money are just a few worthwhile ambitions that people believe require self-control. People often use a variety […]
Yes, You Can Find Time Every Day for Meditation
The biggest challenge of learning a new skill like meditation is learning to fit it into your routine. Most everyone has days when it is hard to shower, let alone set aside time for quiet. The focus of a meditation practice is to find time each day that supports your journey forward. Make a commitment […]