The smell of fresh air, the sound of birds chirping and the touch of a gentle breeze: nature has always been captivating. There is something powerful about being outdoors that creates a sense of freedom not found elsewhere. Nature therapy is beneficial for people from all walks of life but can be especially helpful to…
The struggles people face in treatment can force them to think about how they are going to approach healing. A holistic approach can be a great way to improve the body, mind, and soul that has been impacted by addiction and perhaps mental health issues. Conventional medicine can be used in conjunction with holistic therapies…
Dsuvia is a drug that is courting controversy in some circles for its addiction recovery support. The FDA approved it but, because it is a strong opiate, there is curiosity about how it will impact the millions of people struggling with opiate addiction across the nation at the moment. The key is to think about…
When it comes to addiction, one of the most difficult things for people to do is ask for help. Asking for help can be so hard people actually do not ask for it at all, which is how they end up saddled alongside addiction for so long. There are some tips for learning how to…
Smartphones are a great way to keep in touch with people, get online, research, and just play and have fun. Sometimes it leads to having a difficult relationship break-up coming that you never wanted to face in recovery. There are myriad issues with phones in recovery. Like anything else, the smartphone’s power can be so…
Peace is not an excuse for irresponsible behavior or self-sacrifice. It is not something abstract like a sign you hold up at a concert or make with your fingers in the air. It is not about surfing, hanging out, smoking marijuana, or finding world peace. Fierce peace comes from within, an inner knowing that sits…
Treatment professionals are trained to help people navigate the challenging issues that come up with addiction and mental health crisis. It feels like this should not happen to people who do so much to help others, but this is precisely why it is key not to allow space for triggers to take over or for…
Spiritual approaches to recovery are not just focused on religion or belief in God. For some people, it is more about inner power. This may mean tapping into part of yourself and developing the ability to recognize a connection to the larger good and a greater purpose. Spirituality is personal for people. It is important…
Regret can be a silent killer in recovery for people who have struggled with addiction. Making bad decisions, hurting family and friends, and ultimately ruining their own lives are just a few ways people in recovery look back in regret. This negative thinking cycle keeps people in the feedback loop of negative thoughts and does…
Mental health disorders, including depression, anxiety, dementia, and others are more common than people think. What people do not realize is that many times this coincides with a substance use disorder. In order to treat both conditions, an integrated approach should be taken which may involve a team of counselors, case managers, psychiatrists and therapists.…