The 12-Step Recovery Program : Effective Treatment For Addictive Behaviors The 12-step recovery program, popularized by Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), is a widely recognized and effective method for treating addiction. The program’s effectiveness can be attributed to several key factors : A sense of community: The 12-step program encourages individuals in recovery to form a supportive […]
Set Realistic And Reachable Wellness Goals In Recovery : Setting realistic and reachable wellness goals in recovery is essential to maintaining mental and physical health. Recovery from addiction, mental health disorders, or other challenges can be a long and complex process, but setting goals can help to keep you motivated and stay on track. When
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The Five Rules Of Recovery Understanding the process of relapse is a key component in establishing a path to long-term recovery. Contrary to popular belief, relapse isn’t a spur-of-the-moment event and typically occurs as a three-part process: emotional, mental, and physical. However, there are five rules to recovery that can be applied to avoid relapse.
Wine Mom Culture “Wine mom culture” refers to a cultural trend where the consumption of wine is humorously associated with a specific demographic—mothers. This phenomenon has gained visibility through various forms of media, including social media platforms, memes, and representations in popular culture. Most people on social media will be familiar with mommy drinking culture,
The Dangers of Addiction Replacement Addiction replacement is a well-known phenomenon in addiction recovery. While replacing old habits with new healthy ones can be beneficial, there is a limit. Most people suffering from a substance misuse disorder are no strangers to the “all or nothing” approach to, well, everything. This is why the risk of
Nurtured By Nature: Nature In Addiction Recovery Nature plays an important role in our mental and emotional well-being. No one can really say why nature has such a soothing effect on us, but perhaps the mere act of removing ourselves from cellphones, computers and televisions gives us a chance to reset. From promoting relaxation to
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The 12 Steps For Atheists Although the 12 Steps are based on spiritual or religious principles, non-religious people have found them to be helpful. The language used emphasizes the presence of “God” as each participant understands the concept. This can be a higher power, a deity, or even the support group itself, allowing for different
Financial Wellness in Addiction Recovery While in active addiction, it’s likely that your financial wellness became strained. Racking up debt, ploughing through savings and missing important payments are very common for those with SUD’s. While there are many resources for addiction recovery, we often overlook the financial implications of living with a substance use disorder.
Mental Health 101: Understanding Anxiety Disorders Mental health disorders such as depression and anxiety, appear to be taking a foothold in our society. It is estimated that around 275 million people suffer from anxiety disorders, and anxiety disorders are the most common mental illness in the USA. Anxiety is a normal emotion. It is your
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Yoga Practices in Addiction Recovery : The term Yoga originated in Northern India over 5000 years ago. It was first mentioned in the Rig Veda, one of four ancient texts written in Sanskrit. Its a major part of Buddhist meditational practices and is amongst the six schools of philosophy in Hinduism. Its benefits include flexibility,