A morning routine is not just for people who love structure or doing the same thing day in and day out. Having a good routine sets the tone for the rest of your day and has been shown to help people be successful in work and in life. If you are someone who struggles in…
Drinking plenty of water is not just for your overall health, it actually can get your body moving in the morning. When you boost your morning routine with hydration, you are resetting your body after a (hopefully) long rest overnight. The key is to think about what will get your body feeling its best. If…
Distraction-free days seem to be an anomaly these days. People are more distracted than ever with social media, phone apps, games, and other things right at your fingertips. There is a never-ending, all-consuming object that rests in some people’s hands from the time they rise until they crash into bed at night. There are also…
Everyone is on a kick to live longer, healthier lives. The challenge with living healthy into old age is that, well, as people age their bodies deteriorate. Their minds also go a bit as well, depending on how they lived their lives and perhaps some luck and chance. Good genes may also play a role…
Sobriety is not for every person. It is for the person who is ready to take it head on and begin a new journey in their recovery. It takes a lot for a person to admit the need for help but sobriety can last a lifetime, with the right tools in place. Life is full…
Growing up is optional, at least for some people. Those who tend to nurse their inner child never fully grow up, they sort of become a Peter Pan character, someone who embraces the inner child and learns how to have fun, go out there and just be adventurous and not care what people think. Learn…
Grooming advice may not be high on your list of things to think about in recovery, but it is a good self care practice. People in general feel better when they look their best, especially men. For men there is something about presenting well outwardly that builds confidence and makes them feel better when engaging…
Men are susceptible to abuse substances as much as women or any other person in their lives. The potential for abuse increases with certain risk factors but that does not mean it is inevitable. Men are much like women, they need community. However, they need it in a different way when they go through recovery.…
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…
Going on vacation is a great motivator to get away from everything for a time and just reset. Turn off social media (as much as possible) and set aside time for true self care. The benefits of getting away from it all are significant for people in recovery after treatment and into recovery. People in…