Whether you’re managing addiction recovery or a dual diagnosis, understanding the actions and emotions that incite an unwanted response is important for building resilience and reinforcing wellness. While researchers can point to a few common factors we all share, knowing your specific trigger warnings is essential for avoiding relapse. Follow the Trigger Path Triggers related...Read More

Asking for help can feel like navigating a maze of vulnerability, each step fraught with uncertainty and apprehension. It’s not merely admitting a lack of capability or knowledge—it’s unveiling a slice of our inner world, exposing aspects of ourselves we may work tirelessly to conceal. While having healthy boundaries is critical to wellness, so is...Read More

The American Lung Association (ALA) indicates there are more than 600 ingredients in cigarettes alone that, when burned, “create more than 7,000 chemicals.” While you may be well aware smoking isn’t healthy, it’s still a challenging habit to break, especially while you’re in addiction treatment. But does smoking help or hurt your recovery?   Why Do...Read More

Whether you’ve tried therapy before or are curious about what to expect, the key point to remember is there are many disciplines, so if one method doesn’t seem to work, try another. Understanding what type of counseling is right for you might take a little time, but the benefits of healing are worth the journey.    ...Read More

When you’re on the front lines, everyone expects you to have no fear. While that might be true in a moment of crisis, shouldering that responsibility takes a toll over time. Many brave current and former military members have excessive amounts of stress, mental and physical health issues, and chemical addictions. To provide the relief...Read More

Many aspects of life can send us into a whirlwind of stress, overwhelming emotions, and negative behaviors. But if you’re in recovery or know someone who is, it’s essential to understand the reasons for relapse and how to ramp up support during these adverse times, even if it means returning to rehab for better guidance...Read More

It’s easy to think of addiction treatment as simply detoxification and withdrawal management—and those components are absolutely essential for your initial transition into sobriety. But to ensure long-term recovery, you need to develop reliable wellness techniques. Some people find success using motivational interviewing for healing. If you haven’t heard of this approach, here’s how it...Read More

In 2023, CNN reported on “the loneliness epidemic,” citing worldwide research that revealed one in four adults, usually between the ages of 19 and 45, feel “very or fairly lonely.” If you’re feeling lonely in sobriety, there are many ways to remedy this, from rehab alumni connections to mutual aid support groups and more. Let’s...Read More

Motivation is the term often used to describe why someone does something. Seems simple, right? But what sparks that internal drive? More importantly, how do we sustain it? For many people, the framework of motivation is reinforced by positive thinking and a shared common goal to overcome adversity and not only survive but thrive.  So...Read More

The medical community embraces meditation as a viable method to provide stress relief, improve mindfulness, boost energy, and promote better emotional, mental, and physical health. But which meditation styles best support your recovery? Whatever method resonates with you. Fortunately, meditation is easy, and there are many options to try until you find the right fit....Read More