Steps 8 and 9 of the 12-Steps are all about making amends to those we have harmed. Step 8 is all about becoming willing to make amends and creating a list, while step 9 deals with actually making amends to … Read More
The Tree House Recovery Addiction Blog is a made up of contributors from our Staff and other leaders in the addiction treatment field. Our blog is a resource for men struggling with addiction and the family members and friends who want to help. We write to educate, empower and inspire men with drug and alcohol addictions and show them that a sober-happy life is attainable and sustainable.
What to Do When You’re Stuck in a Recovery Rut
We all get stuck in ruts. Life can feel boring, routine, or simply dull and without zest. When this happens in recovery, it can be particularly alarming, as feeling stuck in a rut can easily lead to complacency and relapse. … Read More
Simple Ways to Expand Your Mind and Think More Creatively
While habits and routines are important and often offer us a sense of stability and comfort, they can sometimes inhibit creativity, especially when we start to feel bored or mentally dull. It’s easy to sink into a creative rut and … Read More
Caffeine and Recovery
Coffee, tea, and other caffeinated beverages are a ritualized part of daily life. We grab coffee with friends, brew it first thing in the morning, and sip on it during meetings. Caffeine is a stimulant that can often help us … Read More
Screen Time: How Much is Too Much?
Americans look at their phones an average of 47 times each day according to a study conducted by the Deloitte Institute. Screens are everywhere and they often interfere with our ability to be fully present. Research has also shown that … Read More
The Fall Equinox and Recovery: A Metaphor
The fall equinox, also called the autumnal equinox, will happen on September 23rd this year. This celestial event happens once a year and signals the beginning of autumn in the northern hemisphere. There are four solar checkpoints throughout the year … Read More
Transitioning into Fall: Meditations
The transition from summer to fall can be a jarring one, especially in Portland, when the autumn months often mean the return of dreary days and rain. Transitional periods are times of growth, reflection, and moving forward and as such, … Read More
September in Portland: Fun, Sober Events and Happenings Around Town
Get plugged into the Portland scene. September is an exciting time in Portland. Summer is coming to an end and the first crisp breaths of fall are upon us. There are plenty of fun activities that don’t revolve around drugs … Read More
How to Support Your Sibling in Recovery
As a sibling of someone who struggles with addiction, you may feel or have felt lost, afraid, alone, or helpless. It can be frightening and frustrating to watch your sibling struggle with addiction or mental health problems. Siblings are often … Read More
How Sunlight Boosts Mood
The Science of Sunlight We all know that special feeling of levity and excitement when we spend even a few moments in the sun. The sun is our main energy source on this planet and as such, is vital for … Read More