We all have different skill sets. Some of us are social butterflies who float from gathering to gathering, quickly building a strong group of friends along the way. Others may have a bit more difficulty starting new relationships. For some of those individuals, the big obstacle is social anxiety. While anxiety ... Read More
Life in Recovery
After treatment, many of the guards that were in place are gone and you may find the old factors contributing to your mental state or substance use creeping back. Along with our clinical services and alumni program, we’re dedicated to equipping our patients with the tools to maintain long-term health. In this section, we provide further tips and advice on living your best life in your best health.
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Learning to Forgive: The Benefits for Addiction Recovery
The Importance of Nature in Mental Health/Substance Recovery
7 Tips for Starting a New Relationship with Generalized Anxiety
What’s the Post-Pandemic Status of Children’s Mental Health?
When the world shut down in March 2020, many kids were excited for what they thought might be a bonus spring break from school. However, it soon became obvious that COVID-19 was no vacation and the pandemic was going to have wide-ranging consequences for everyone — especially the youngest members of society. One of ... Read More
10 Inspirational Bible Verses for Recovery
In moments of crisis, many people turn to some source of faith, such as Scripture. The same is often true for people in recovery. Whether they're battling cravings, worried about relapse, or struggling to start over in the aftermath of an addiction, Scripture can deepen faith and provide grounding and inspiration to ... Read More
“I Can’t meditate” and overcoming common barriers to quieting your mind
Meditation has long been a popular way to maintain a peaceful mind and deal with issues plaguing your mental well-being. However, achieving a meditative state isn't always easy. Obstacles to meditation come in many forms, and many people struggle with achieving the correct state of mind. In this article, we provide ... Read More
The 8 Dimensions of Wellbeing for Better Health in the New Year
When most people hear the term "wellness," they tend to think in terms of physical or mental health, but wellness can actually refer to many different aspects of a person's life, aspects that contribute to their overall wellbeing. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has outlined eight ... Read More
5 Creative Ways to Get to Sleep
Getting the right amount of sleep is crucial to our physical and mental well-being. Everyone is different, but the general rule is that the average adult needs at least seven hours of sleep each night for optimal health. In the real world, however, that doesn't always happen. Maybe you stay up all night due to bouts of ... Read More
The Life and Recovery Legacy of Actor Matthew Perry
Updated November 1, 2023 [Disclaimer: This article was originally written before Matthew Perry's death on October 28, 2023, and has since been updated.] Best known for playing Chandler Bing on the popular TV show Friends, Matthew Perry was an award-winning American-Canadian actor. With a career spanning decades, ... Read More
9 Holistic Healing Practices That Can Boost Recovery
"Holistic healing" has become increasingly more mainstream in recent years, as more and more people have touted its benefits for a host of physical and mental health conditions— and there are many, reportedly. Here we'll take a closer look at nine such practices, with a view to exploring their therapeutic benefits in ... Read More
