Health and Wellness information for those in recovery from addiction.
Many addiction recovery treatment centers offer mindfulness classes for recovering individuals. Mindfulness is a holistic practice backed by scientific evidence that shows it is an effective method for treatment. Mindfulness trains people to focus on their sensations in the present moment with an attitude of acceptance and nonjudgment. The many benefits of mindfulness exercises include … Read more
Good sleep is essential for the body and mind to recuperate during recovery from addiction. Many people who are going through recovery struggle with sleep problems including insomnia. Clinically, lack of sleep for up to three nights may lead to chronic insomnia, which is harmful to both the body and mind. Because insomnia can be … Read more
What happens to your body when you sleep? You probably know your whole body relaxes and your brain processes memory from the previous day. A good night’s rest can clear your mind and reset your mood. Researchers find that your brain can flush out toxins during sleep. It is sometimes referred to as the body’s … Read more
Denial among people with substance addiction is common because they often feel the need to hide the depth of their struggles from themselves and their loved ones. Many lies and half-truths they tell themselves are to downplay the harmful effects of substances or minimize the severity of their addiction. If you are supporting a loved … Read more
The seemingly endless months of the COVID-19 pandemic have led to a dramatic rise in mental health issues and addiction among young people and working adults. Alongside social isolation and other public health measures, structural unemployment due to the pandemic has become a significant contributor. Raising awareness of how unemployment and addiction can be closely … Read more
What are you grateful for? Are you thankful to be breathing and experiencing the beauties of nature? Do you appreciate the smallest joys around you? Is gratitude a part of your daily life? Many believe that gratitude is an essential ingredient for a healthy state of mind, and this is particularly true for recovering individuals. … Read more
In the early stages of sobriety, you may find you have a lot of free time on your hands that needs to be filled. It may be time to learn some healthy hobbies. Having a healthy hobby can be beneficial to your recovery process. Many treatment centers integrate hobbies and creative activities into their programs … Read more
Do you tend to feel gloomy and down during the winter months? Are you concerned that winter is going to bring another bout of depression that might sabotage your recovery progress? Did you know that taking Vitamin D supplements may help alleviate some depressive mood disorders? Scientists find that most Americans are deficient in Vitamin … Read more
Have you struggled with feelings of isolation during recovery? Are you hoping to re-enter society after a long journey to sobriety? Do you want to re-connect with others and even to give back to the community? Everyone needs a strong local community to thrive, and recovering individuals especially need to be surrounded by support. Some … Read more
Have you experienced burnout during your recovery from addiction? It can happen for those who come to the realization that recovery is not a short sprint but a grueling marathon. If you feel you have not achieved your desired progress after devoting much time, energy, and hope to your journey, you might experience burnout syndrome. … Read more
