Recovery Blog
Why You Should Keep in Touch With Your Therapist
The work you put into your substance addiction treatment doesn't stop once you complete a program. Before leaving your program, you will sit down with your therapist and make an aftercare treatment...
Targeting Behavioral Health: Male-Only Facilities
Why is a male-only treatment facility beneficial? This topic has been studied by many, and while findings can vary a bit, many are in favor of gender-specific programs. There are various reasons...
The Advantages of a Men’s Program in Addiction Treatment
Men carry a stigma with them every day. Society expects them to be strong, hide emotions, and act specifically. Society expects certain behaviors and socialization from men. The problem with...
What Is Your Why?
What is your “why?” Keeping the reason for your decision to seek treatment in the forefront of your mind as you go through the process can help tremendously. There’s a reason you decided to make...
Why Medical Marijuana Isn’t a Safe Option in Recovery
As popularity continues to grow for legalizing medical and recreational marijuana use, 12-Step group facilitators and addiction recovery center counselors likely will see an increasing number of...
Namaste: Reconnect With Your Spiritual Self
Spirituality is everywhere. The air, sky, and nature are all a part of a greater picture. Philosophers, religions, and people have conversations and beliefs concerning what spirituality is. Yet, no...
There Is an App for That!
In today's society, technology seems to be at the forefront of everything. Almost anything you could ever need or want can be learned, obtained, or said with the click of a button – or, more...
Ways to Celebrate National Military Appreciation Month
You may not be a veteran or active service member, but chances are you know someone – a friend, colleague, or family member – who has served or is serving. To honor service members and veterans, the...
Your Diet Matters: The Advantages of Good Nutrition
When you hear the term “healthy eating,” what do you think of? Do you roll your eyes, assuming it means endless salads, leafy green juices, and smoothies? Maybe your mind immediately thinks about...
Alcohol Withdrawal Symptoms: What They Are and How to Minimize Them
Human beings tend to ‘go it alone’ in many things. Since that first taste of independence we experienced in toddlerhood, our ability to accept help in any aspect of our lives has been compromised....
How to Find Your Center in Recovery
The idea of finding your center relates to discovering what brings you joy — the joy of being creative, exploring your potential, and letting go of what holds you back. Forget what you think...
Keeping an Open Mind and Thinking Positively
Thinking positively and attempting to keep an open mind can make even the worst of experiences a bit more bearable. By adjusting your way of thinking and choosing to focus on the positive in things,...