Values and attitudes make up your mindset. Learning ways to change your mindset may help you navigate around life’s obstacles. During treatment, you had to learn to change how you thought about yourself and all the things you’ve been through. Now that you are in recovery, the goal is to continue manifesting positive thoughts aboutRead More
As you reflect, you may realize that many people have guided you along your path. Perhaps you remember when you first entered treatment and struggled to breathe a breath of sobriety. You may remember a person who made a difference during that time. Maybe you have one person for whom you feel grateful now thatRead More
September is National Recovery Month. This month is dedicated to people worldwide who continue to fight the good fight, one day at a time. It does not matter if you have been in recovery for one day or 20 years. September is your month to celebrate all the accomplishments you have experienced thus far. YourRead More
Seeking self-understanding is essential during the journey of recovery. You will be amazed at your growth if you take several moments to think of how far you have come in your recovery. Self-exploration as an alumni will provide many benefits and provide greater fulfillment in recovery. There are many ways to practice self-exploration. However, thisRead More
No matter where you look, someone is on their phone. Social media is an integral part of the modern world. While these platforms offer unlimited connections, those in recovery may notice some pitfalls related to using them. The social media world is neither good nor bad, but it can be cause for concern during recovery.Read More
Addiction is a disease that causes you to feel like you are alone and that no one understands what you are going through. However, many people have walked the path before you and can offer guidance and support. At The Guest House, our alumni program consists of a group of people who continue to helpRead More
Have you ever thought about what caused you to make certain decisions? Perhaps you have found yourself in an unhealthy thought process and struggle to address those negative thoughts. Understanding the stages of change can help you no matter where you are at in your recovery journey. As you continue to heal and change duringRead More
It is not always easy to develop or maintain friendships in recovery. However, it is immensely important to develop post-treatment friendships to assist in fostering a stable recovery. Post-treatment friendships can have a major impact on your recovery success and well-being. This article will explore healthy components of friendships, how to establish boundaries with newRead More
Social skills do not come naturally to everyone. If you’re like most people, you’ve experienced awkward moments when your social skills have failed you. The good news is that there are ways to improve social skills at any age, even while you’re in recovery. This article will delve into the importance of healthy relationships inRead More
It is easy to say to yourself that you will work on it tomorrow. However, tomorrow comes and it does not get finished. If this sounds familiar, you are not alone. Trying to overcome procrastination is a difficult challenge for most people. Almost everyone procrastinates at one time or another. For most people, it doesRead More