Even when we are feeling our worst, when life has become overwhelming and working through our trauma seems too difficult, sometimes we are still hesitant to accept help. Our friends and family suggest we may benefit from speaking with a therapist. We’ve seen therapy sessions in film and television and heard the stories from thoseRead More
There is a misconception that once a person stops drinking or using, their life will automatically get better. Drugs and alcohol get a bad rap, although these substances are just a symptom of something much bigger. The truth of the matter is that “wherever you go, there you are.” This saying means that how youRead More
A 12-Step program is comprised of suggestions that are intended to help you maintain your sobriety. The purpose of the program is to relate to others who also suffer from drug and alcohol addiction. These people will be able to completely understand how you feel. Opening yourself up to the support of a 12-Step programRead More
The term “breathwork” has become more popular over the last few years. Breathwork uses breathing techniques to garner relaxation and as a way to unblock trauma. Although breathwork has been around for many decades, holistic therapy has recently risen in popularity, and so has breathwork. Western psychotherapy has been our primary source of treatmentRead More
Drugs and alcohol wreak havoc on the body, especially when chronically consumed. Once a person makes their way into recovery, the whole goal is to heal the mind, the soul, and the body. While therapy and the 12-Steps can improve the mind and the soul, the body may need some additional attention. Nutrition forms anRead More
We have all felt uncomfortable at one time or another. We get our feelings hurt by others because we misunderstand their motives. We feel uncomfortable in our skin because we are not making good choices. When we aren’t really sure what others are thinking, we can feel left out. Our opinion of ourselves suffers becauseRead More
We have all seen the isolating effects of the global pandemic. The call to “flatten the curve” made many of us in the recovery world squirm as we feared the unknown. Shelter in place orders kept recovery meetings from being held. Hugging recovery friends and celebrating milestones were interrupted by a virus with no countermeasuresRead More
As you start to see the promises of recovery coming true, you may find yourself wanting to be a better person. As you begin to feel complete in mind, body, and soul, your desire to feel even better could become your mission. Your new goal is to be the best version of yourself by usingRead More
If you are dealing with trauma and addiction, you can probably be incredibly sensitive. All you have already had to endure when dealing with difficult people may be baffling to you. Having to walk around on eggshells trying to keep any confrontation at bay could be the very thing to lead you to drink andRead More
Relationships are tricky things to maintain, but especially so when you are recovering from trauma or an associated co-occurring disorder. You might be questioning how you can keep up with your relationships during your recovery. The Guest House is here to help. Read on to learn more about how you can keep up with yourRead More