Stereotypes are socially-ingrained ideas that are grossly oversimplified. Stereotypes are dangerous because they deny our humanity and seek to box us in. Additionally, these stereotypes are often so omnipresent that we internalize them without even realizing it. In this sense, … 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.
Being A Lifelong Student: The Beginner’s Mind in Recovery
In recovery, we’re often told to avoid complacency. When we get complacent, we live in a state of thinking that we know everything. This is dangerous to our recovery journey, as recovery is a process that needs us to be … Read More
A Sober 4th of July (Celebrate the Freedom of ‘Merica through the freedom of sobriety!)
July 4th, otherwise known as independence day, is a day that we celebrate America’s freedom Like many holidays, the fourth of July has turned into a day to party, drink alcohol and/or use drugs, and relax. During holidays, it can … Read More
Kinds of Energy Healing and How They Can Help in Recovery
Energy healing is becoming more and more mainstream for healing symptoms of addiction, withdrawal, and detox, as well as supporting recovery longterm. The term “energy healing” can seem frightening or abstract. It can be defined as a kind of healing … Read More
Creating Space in the Mind: Freedom from Boredom
Sometimes, boredom can be a threat to sobriety. When we feel bored, it can create a sense of ennui or apathy and especially when we’re new to recovery, these feelings can trigger destructive thoughts. At the same time, mental space … Read More
Science-backed Facts about Nature, Mental Health, and Recovery
When we spend a day in the woods or an afternoon at the beach, we feel better. Something shifts. Connecting with nature is the original and most available way to improve our mental health. When we feel disconnected from nature, … Read More
Getting in Touch with Creativity: Tips and Tricks
Creativity simply means engaging our imaginations. As kids, we do this naturally. Unfortunately, adulthood tends to put a damper on our right brains. Creativity and imagination can offer support and joy in our recovery and our lives. The word “creativity” … Read More
Sunrise/Sunset Meditations
Each day, the sun rises and offers us light and vitality. In the evening, the sun sets below the horizon and night falls. We are so accustomed to this daily happening that we tend to forget the majesty of the … Read More
Grounding: Techniques for Connecting to the Earth this Summer
Grounding regulates our nervous system and mindfully connects us to the present moment. So, what is grounding and how can we use it to connect to the earth this summer? Grounding is also known as “earthing” which simply means connecting … Read More
Oregon Bike Trails
Welcome to the world of biking! Is there anything better than feeling the summer wind on your face while you zoom through a lush landscape on your bike? The Pacific Northwest is a biker’s paradise, as it’s filled with trails, … Read More