Stress is often a part of the recovery journey. At Avalon Malibu, we understand the importance of stress reduction. This is why we work with our clients to find strategies that work well for their individual situations. Remember that it’s… Read More ›
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Exercise for Mental Health
There are so many different things that you can do for your mental health. Going to therapy and learning about various aspects of well-being can be a great way to improve your mental health, but there are a few other… Read More ›
Exploring the Mind-Body Connection
The mind-body connection plays a prominent role in holistic wellness and your personal journey with recovery from substance use disorder (SUD) and mental illness. Because of the mind-body connection’s role in healing, Avalon Malibu integrates this concept into all of… Read More ›
Determining When It Is Time to Fire Your Therapist or Sponsor
Therapists and sponsors play essential roles throughout the entire addiction recovery journey. They provide support, information, and a caring shoulder through even the toughest days, helping to guide through crucial turning points in each individual’s life. It’s crucial to find… Read More ›
Treating Depression Without Medication
If you struggle with depression and are looking for ways to feel better that you can try on your own without medication or simply don’t respond well to medication, then exploring holistic lifestyle changes may be the right choice. In… Read More ›
How Yoga & Recovery Can Go Hand in Hand
Yoga has taken health and wellness communities by storm over the last decade. Most of us either are or know somebody who is regularly attending yoga classes that include a variety of physical postures, breathing exercises, and perhaps even meditation… Read More ›
Creativity-Focused Complementary Treatments for Recovery
Complementary therapies reinforce cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), 12-Step programs, group therapy, and other professionally facilitated forms of treatment for substance use disorder (SUD) and comorbidities. These activities engage the mind, body, and soul in unique ways, allowing for creative self-expression and… Read More ›
Yoga for Any Age
“I’m too old for yoga.” “I could never bend that way.” “I won’t fit on a yoga mat.” These common fears often hold people back from practicing yoga – but the truth is that yoga can be for practically anyone.… Read More ›
Benefits of Yoga
Yoga is a group of physical, mental, and spiritual exercises that developed long ago in ancient India. It’s a spiritual discipline that bears many benefits. Not only does yoga exercise your mind and spiritual practice, but it also exercises your… Read More ›
Benefits of Meditation
Meditation is a practice in which you use different techniques to focus and calm the mind. Consistently practicing meditation improves attention and awareness, helping to achieve improved mental clarity and a peaceful state of being. It is unsure if meditation… Read More ›
