It is easy to remind yourself of all the things that you have missed out on and develop a space of being ungrateful. The benefits of gratitude, and how it changes your brain and the way you […]
An attitude of gratitude changes the way the mind thinks. The more grateful you are, the more positive thoughts and communication emanate from your vocabulary and how you live your life. Positive words find themselves in your […]
Arriving in the space of wanting to not only forgive others but also yourself is hard to process. Forgiveness takes time. This does not have to be a magnificent or mind-blowing experience; it can be in small […]
Everyone has intrusive impulses sometimes. However, if you find yourself obsessing over them, it may indicate a problem. According to the Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences, “Impulsivity is strongly associated with substance use disorders […]
During your treatment program, you may have analyzed your relationships with the people in your life and how they impact your history of substance use. In doing so, you may have discovered that trust is broken in […]
Therapy homework is an essential part of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). It is designed to help you manage your substance use and mental health symptoms. The word homework” can be intimidating. It may remind you of grade […]
Aftercare programs help sustain recovery and prevent relapse. Recovery is a lifelong journey that requires vigilance. Inpatient, partial hospitalization, and intensive outpatient programs can leave you in a recovery bubble in which you don’t have to deal […]
Scoring a fresh start through recovery may seem overwhelming when you’re trying to get into a new routine of healthy habits. Initially, you may only be able to focus on one thing per day such as meeting […]
Sometimes recovery can feel like a cycle of wash, rinse, repeat. The cycle begins with the completion of a treatment program. Then you’re discharged and can live your best independent life. A distressing situation occurs causing you […]
Storytelling offers you the ability to connect with your thoughts, history, and values. Everyone’s recovery story will look different. What matter most is that you share your authentic experiences. If you want to tell your recovery story, […]