In a society in which momentary happiness and immediate gratification are paramount, it can be difficult to navigate through a landscape where one is searching for a deeply rich transformational experience. In order to make a proper distinction, we can … Read More
The Illusion of Control
The attempt to exercise control over various aspects of our lives is a natural and rational response to the realization that the world is chaotic and unpredictable. When we perceive that things are moving into a state of chaos, our … Read More
Peeling Back the Onion
Peeling back the onion is an expression often used in psychotherapy as a metaphor for what takes place during the process of self-discovery. When discovered in this way, we are able to take the necessary time to allow the layers … Read More
The Fundamentals of Getting In Shape Pt. I
Along with making changes to our diet, committing to a workout program is typically one of the first responsibilities we can adopt in sobriety outside of the work we are doing in our recovery programs. Understanding the fundamentals of working … Read More
Writing Therapy and PTSD: The Importance of Expression in Recovery
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) affects approximately 5.2 million people in the course of a given year. Many people with PTSD experience frightening flashbacks and nightmares, paranoia, agitation, anxiety, depression, and more, making it difficult to function in everyday life. As … Read More
Warning Signs Of Drug Overdose
Note: If you’re experiencing suicidal thoughts, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. Your life matters. Drug overdose is a grave concern that requires special medical attention, yet many people are unaware of the consequences of misusing prescription … Read More
Cocaine and Heroin: Global Addictions
Drug trafficking is a major concern for the United States in general, but the 2018 World Drug Report released by the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) shows that certain drugs, like cocaine and heroin, are becoming a … Read More
The Benefits Of Breathing
When using a holistic approach to addiction recovery, several components are involved to help individual restore their mind, body, and spirit. Holistic treatment often combines medication and holistic practices such as meditation and mindfulness, yoga, acupuncture, massage therapy and more … Read More
The Future Of Opioid Addiction Treatment: Virtual Reality
If you’re currently in recovery for opioid addiction, you’ve taken the first and most crucial step so far. Pain is often a concern for opioid addiction specifically, as many individuals have developed an addiction treating pain that arose from accidents, … Read More
Happiness Is Not Lost
Please note: If you’re experiencing suicidal thoughts, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. Your life matters. Through television shows and societal expectations, we learn from a young age what “successful” or “happy” looks like. For a quick … Read More