We’re told conflicting stories about our ego as men when it comes to our individuality. In recovery, we will hear terms like “terminally unique” which refers to the destructive way of thinking that tells us we are so unlike anyone … 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.
Worst Case Scenario: Don’t Pick Up A Drink Or A Drug
Addiction is a perplexing enigmatic conundrum. At once, the man who is addicted has been robbed of his ability to make good choices. Despite the relentless and guaranteed negative consequences which take place every time he picks up another drink … Read More
Growing With Others: Having And Being A Role Model
“I could never be like him” is something most men in early recovery have said out loud while looking, defeatedly, at someone they admire. At the beginning of the recovery journey, any other stage of recovery seems next to impossible … Read More
Dancing in the Rain
When Muhammad Ali first uttered the famous phrase, “Float like a butterfly, sting like a bee,” the former world heavyweight champion was describing his fighting style in the ring. He danced around, dodging, weaving, and absorbing blows from every angle … Read More
Brothers Forever: Staying in Touch with Friends from Treatment
Nothing bonds people quite like facing a common challenge together, and fighting addiction is one of the biggest challenges most people will ever face. Addiction treatment is a transformative time that challenges you mentally, emotionally, and physically. Many people find … Read More
Communication Isn’t Just for Treatment
In treatment here at Tree House PDX, we stress a lot– like the importance of brotherhood, the power of fitness, and the connection between mind, body and soul. No matter what we stress, though, almost none of it would do … Read More
Training after Treatment
High intensity training throughout the addiction treatment stage can be tremendously beneficial, and not just because it keeps us in shape. When we train vigorously, our bodies produce huge amounts of endorphins that help us feel better, stronger, and revitalized. … Read More
Giving Back to the Community
The new year is a great time for a lot of activities, and giving back is certainly one of them. For many of us, giving back can be an excellent way to share our recovery journey with others, and to … Read More
Living Every Day Like a Champion
Striving for greatness and success doesn’t require extraordinary talent or resources. People who achieve great things weren’t marked by fate to succeed. No one knows, when he’s starting out, whether he has any chance of success of if he’s just … Read More
Tax Season is Coming: Here’s How to Stay Cool
It’s that time of the year again. Tax season is almost upon us, and with it can come a number of emotions and stressors. Fortunately, this year, we can be ready for it. Staying cool during tax season is as … Read More