Some people see hobbies as something to do to fill the time. They are meant to be enjoyed and don’t seem to have much impact beyond that. However, this view underestimates how much of a difference having a hobby can make. Hobbies can be a fantastic way to stay on track with recovery while improving
For many of us, recovery means we are starting our lives over. We may have lost some of our agency over what we did, how we behaved, where we lived, and who we shared our lives with. With this loss of control, we may have lacked any sense of stability. Without consciously realizing it, our
Exercise significantly benefits us as humans. However, we live in a society in which exercise may have been pushed upon us in a very intense way at one point or another, and that could have negatively affected us. The truth is that not only can exercise be fun, but there are not any rules. Moving
When our mental and physical health are aligned in healthy and positive ways, we feel good. There are many different approaches that we can take to join these two aspects of our being together. Ultimately, we cannot feel whole if one of the two is neglected. Holistic treatment is a way that we can heal
Leading up to recovery, we may feel as though we are alone. Our lives may have become unmanageable, and figuring out how to navigate treatment can leave us feeling lost. More than ever, it is important to have our loved ones around us for support. The healing process is difficult, however, surrounding ourselves with supportive
Family members often play an important role in the lives of those struggling with substance abuse. It is important for the family members of the person struggling to have a safe and healthy space to process their emotions about the situation. Support groups can provide this important space. Supporting Family Members Receiving love and support
When seeking treatment for substance use or other mental health problems, there are many factors to consider. You may find yourself asking questions like: “Why am I not able to hold the same perception of reality as my peers?” “Why can not I remember simple, long-term things like my sibling’s looks?” “Why do I feel
The concept of “manifestation” has gotten quite a bit of publicity in mainstream media recently. We might have read it on our favorite social media page or seen a headline about how its power can be used in our lives. Despite the hype portraying this term as a new concept, manifestation is simply the art
Following recovery, we may feel as though our lives have spiraled out of control, and regaining such control may require connecting with a higher power. Developing a relationship with spirituality can help us become more at peace and understand that our past mistakes are forgiven. Spirituality can also help us find the motivation to move
Following recovery, we may feel as though our lives have spiraled out of control, and regaining such control may require connecting with a higher power. Developing a relationship with spirituality can help us become more at peace and understand that our past mistakes are forgiven. Spirituality can also help us find the motivation to move
