The holidays can be a stressful time for many people, especially if it’s your first holiday season sober. Finances, travel, and family are all stressors that can result in cravings to drink and/or use. It’s easy to get thrown off … Read More
How to Enjoy the Holidays in Portland
Portland used to be the Pacific Coast’s best kept secret. Only now, it’s not so secret anymore. As new companies and job opportunities continue to bring all kinds of new and exciting folks to our city, the list of fun, … Read More
What if the Holidays Weren’t Stressful?
Mistletoe. Turkey carving. Family photos. More turkey carving. Sometimes, it can seem like the holidays are more stressful than they are relaxing. Although it is said that a Thanksgiving or Christmas break is the perfect time to rest and unwind, … Read More
Why Holidays Are Stressful For Men In Recovery
Holiday seasons can come with a lot of expectations to be a picture perfect family with a picture perfect experience. The expectation of being perfect is not what stresses men in recovery. Through treatment and their experience of recovery men … Read More
Navigating The Holidays: Happy, Healthy, & Refreshed For The New Year
Happy Holidays from the Tree House Recovery Staff to you! This is a wonderful time of year to reflect, rest, and rejuvenate before the start of a brand new year. Unfortunately, the holiday season can be stressful for us and … Read More
How Do You Respond To Drink Offers? It Says A Lot About You
Holiday seasons are full of parties and events, celebrations and festivities. At most of these gatherings, we can expect there to be alcohol. Men who are in their first year of recovery might find themselves challenged by the amount of … Read More
7 Ways To Be Of Service During The Holidays
Holidays are a time of giving. Recovery has given us more gifts in life than we can count. This holiday season, give the gift of giving by giving your time to others. Here are 7 ideas for being of service … Read More