As adults, we tend to think about escaping the throes of everyday life more than about making time to play or have fun. Yes, we need to be responsible, but we also need to nurture a balanced perspective of enjoyment. A common question for people new to recovery is “How will I have fun?” because...Read More

Dedicating yourself to the challenging inner work of sobriety doesn’t have to be a solitary effort. Being united in sobriety and finding the right support are core tenets of National Recovery Month, a public awareness initiative to highlight opportunities for recovery and celebrate individuals and professionals who can help. What Does National Recovery Month Do?In 1989,...Read More

Pink cloud syndrome, often referred to as “pink clouding,” is a term used in addiction recovery and mental health to describe a temporary phase of intense positivity and optimism that some individuals experience early on in recovery. Initially, these feelings add to your motivation to stay the course, but keep in mind there’s still work...Read More

Some researchers believe stress isn’t caused by external forces or people or life events but by our response to these factors. Wait—what now? Isn’t it fair to say that certain circumstances can shake even the sturdiest foundation? Yes, to a point, but if you understand how to cope with stress more effectively, the overall theory...Read More

There are numerous risk factors for addiction—it’s never just one thing that automatically results in substance use disorder (SUD) or alcohol use disorder (AUD). While many people benefit from protective factors early in life that help prevent the chance of high-risk substance use, research indicates others have adverse childhood experiences that contribute to addictive behavior. Understanding...Read More

Unfortunately, for many people, dealing with family members is troublesome even during the best of times, much less when there are serious issues to work out. While the thought of going through addiction counseling as a family might make you cringe, it’s often one of the best tools for effective recovery—and a healing opportunity for...Read More

Social media is riddled with numerous hashtags such as #allaboutbalance and #balancedlife. What do those statements really mean, and why does it matter to you? Primarily, you’ll enjoy better whole-person health—emotionally, mentally, physically, and even spiritually—if you’re able to settle comfortably between the extremes in life. But what does it take to find balance in...Read More

The repercussions of trauma radiate through your entire self—emotionally, mentally, physically, and even spiritually. But with time and dedicated focus, it’s possible to heal and experience a rich, full life. Various modalities can help you accomplish this, one of which is trauma-informed yoga, which helps create a positive path to wellness. Using Yoga to Access HealingThere...Read More

When you first enter an addiction rehabilitation facility, you’ll most likely participate in a recovery group component right away. The general rationale is that with the support of others who understand what you’re going through, you’ll be more accountable and successful in your recovery. But as an individual, you often need more freedom to choose...Read More

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) define health equity as “the state in which everyone has a fair and just opportunity to attain their highest level of health.” However, for members of the LGBTQIA2s+ community (which we’ll collectively refer to in this article as LGBTQ), this has been a considerable challenge, and one...Read More