This is a topic that is a bit scary to write about, just because my experience has been that everyon...
Sponsors are an important part of twelve-step recovery. Even in alternative recovery programs, there...
Many Americans struggle with anxiety symptoms every year. In fact, according to the NIH a little ove...
Finding the Best Time to Meditate Meditation is certainly something many people are interested in but just don't know where to start. Especially when first learning to meditate, one of the pieces of the puzzle is that we can't seem to find the right time to...
Residential Treatment Centers for Addiction and Mental Health We are a blog dedicated to helping those suffering from addiction and mental health disorders. A big piece of that puzzle these days is residential treatment, sometimes called inpatient treatment. We thought we'd offer some information about the...
The Worst Drug Withdrawal Symptoms Many drugs and substances cause intense withdrawal symptoms. From headaches and nausea to psychotic symptoms and liver damage, the symptoms of withdrawal run a huge spectrum of unpleasant experiences. Each substance causes withdrawal symptoms in their own way, and we're going...
Essential oils have many uses. I was quite skeptical myself before finding some oils that helped me relax, sleep, and take breaks. I also found some that gave me energy and helped me focus. There are a few oils that people use to help with...
What is Rehab Like? I remember the moment when I realized I needed to go to rehab. My life had been spiraling out of control for years and I knew that I needed help. At the time I was 18 years old and did not know...
Compassion is a bit of a buzz word, which is a good thing! The Dalai Lama famously said, "If you want others to be happy, practice compassion. If you want to be happy, practice compassion." It's a powerful practice and quality to cultivate that can...
Shop Recovery Gifts Staying sober can be difficult. Our lives often need to change in many ways, and it's a scary process. From meditation teachers and therapists to psychiatrists and sober living directors, we asked nine professionals for their tips on staying sober. Dr. Reef Karim, Lumion...
Shop Recovery Gifts One of the most difficult pieces of recovery is building a support network. We get sober and are suddenly faced with a bunch of new feelings, experiences, and difficulties. If we’re active in a recovery group, we may have a sponsor or mentor....
Let's start by defining the term "co-occurring disorder". Simply, a co-occurring disorder is when someone has a mental health diagnosis along with a substance use disorder. Another term for the same thing is dual diagnosis. However, in recent years the language has shifted away from...
