Nature and physical activity play an important role in supporting physical and psychological well-being. Moreover, engaging in activities in nature has a long history of healing through deeper self-awareness and self-understanding. According to Frontiers in Psychiatry, recovery is a process in which you improve your health and wellness for life satisfaction. Through bodily movement, youRead More
Navigating loneliness in recovery is usually tough. When Valentine’s Day rolls around in February, loneliness can be even more intense. This February, make a point of practicing self-love, self-care, and self-acceptance. Those practices are an excellent way to break out of loneliness and spend time with the most important person: you. Navigating Loneliness in RecoveryRead More
If you struggle with substance abuse, you may have neglected key components of your life. However, it is important to do whatever it takes to repair the mental and physical damage of addiction. The mind-body connection factors into everyone’s recovery. Although most likely you are aware of the role of exercise in building a healthyRead More
When you were in the throes of addiction, you may have spent your time with friends who did not have your best interests at heart. Now that you’re in recovery, you can begin to create new connections with supportive peers. Even though it may seem intimidating, forming new bonds with positive people will go aRead More
Love comes in all shapes, sizes, and forms and is worth exploring. To be sure, loving yourself will look different depending on the unique person you are. One idea for loving yourself is to celebrate the love you have for yourself this Valentine’s Day. While you should be loving yourself daily, this can be theRead More
As noted in “How to Manage Trauma” from the National Council, 70% or 223.4 million U.S. adults experience trauma. Experiencing one or more traumatic events is a common part of life; many people recover from trauma and move forward. However, for some people, traumatic events can trigger the development of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Thus,Read More