If you’ve glimpsed at a newsstand, browsed a bookstore, or read a wellness publication online in the past few years, you’ve no doubt heard of mindfulness meditation. Mindfulness meditation is a mental practice where you train your mind to focus on the “now.” It can be...
You know that addiction recovery is needed, but you’re uncertain about what’s available. What can you expect when you go to rehab? Here, we explore various rehab treatment options to help you choose the right program for your recovery needs. Inpatient Detox Programs...
Many people in recovery find themselves single after leaving an unhealthy relationship behind. Others struggle to rekindle a relationship that may have been damaged by their addiction. The emotional toll of February 14 can challenge your recovery goals, but there are...
Thanksgiving is a time of reflection for all the things we’re grateful for, yet as we gather with family to celebrate, recovering addicts may be on edge. Family dynamics are put to the test when the “elephant in the room” is sitting right across the table. Stares,...
Recovery is a process that is personal. Of course, those aware of your history can feel like they are prying, whether they’re well-meaning or just plain curious. Your sobriety has become part of their story too. While understandable and expected, their interest can be...
