Just like everyone, individuals in recovery have bad days. However, bad days can make it difficult not to relapse, as individuals are often accustomed to turning to substances once they’ve had a bad day. In this blog, we’re going to… Read More ›
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Confronting Hard Truths
The addiction recovery process is complex and looks different for everyone. Substance use causes lasting physical and emotional health consequences that individuals must work to heal throughout recovery. Commonly, this requires individuals to confront hard truths. Hard Truths Encounters with… Read More ›
Understanding Trauma and Addiction
Trauma and addiction are two things that can greatly impact an individual’s mental health. Healing from these two conditions is difficult, but treatment can help. Treatment is often necessary to effectively recover from these conditions. Those who are struggling with… Read More ›
False Assumptions About Cannabis Addiction
Cannabis addiction is often overlooked within our society. Because cannabis use is legal in several states, people avoid viewing it as a problem and often deny its addictive potential. For this reason, cannabis use is not frequently talked about, allowing… Read More ›
Understanding Psychodrama Therapy
Past experiences that were left unresolved can be a significant motivation for substance abuse. Whether it was the loss of a loved one or a troubled family home, these memories can play a part in your mental health and lead… Read More ›
The Pros and Cons of “Mind-Wandering”
The human brain spends much of its time wandering, whether it be while working or performing routine tasks like running errands. Mind-wandering occurs when a person is thinking about something other than the task, such as past events or things… Read More ›
Using Gratitude to Aid Your Recovery
Inside all of us resides a secret weapon for healing and fostering a positive mindset, known as gratitude. When you practice gratitude, you allow yourself to notice and feel appreciation for all you have in life, not limited to material… Read More ›
