Recovery is a roller coaster of emotions, from frustration to fear to anger to guilt. While it’s certainly not easy, taking control of these often misunderstood emotions is essential for lasting sobriety. According to Time Magazine, if you don’t express your emotions, it can be very bad for your health. Alcohol and drug addiction can…
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Have you ever tried meditation for anxiety relief? A bout of meditation may do wonders to minimize mind wandering, especially if you or someone you love is coping with anxiety or experiencing anxious thoughts, according to a new study from the University of Waterloo. Researchers found that a mere 10 minutes of daily mindful meditation…
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Does this story sound familiar? You’ve been struggling with addiction for a while now, and you’ve decided it’s time to get treatment. At first, you consider going to a men’s drug rehab in Memphis, TN. However, the more you think about it, the more doubtful you are. You wonder, “What if that treatment isn’t right…
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Feeling bloated? Breaking out? Can’t seem to focus? A diet loaded with processed, sugary foods can cause inflammation in the body, erratic energy levels and can even lead to a sugar addiction. According to the President’s Council on Sports, Fitness, and Nutrition, over 40% of the average American’s diet is made up of empty sugars.…
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According to the President’s Council on Sports, Fitness, and Nutrition, less than 5% of adults exercise for 30 minutes or more a day. However, according to the NCBI, running is great for recovery. Running will help you get fit, fend off stress, improve sleep and form friendships with other runners. Learn about running for recovery…
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Everyone deals with stress and, if left uncontrolled, it can be very damaging to your physical and mental health. There are many stressful habits that can affect your long-term sobriety. In fact, it’s the leading cause of relapse, according to the National Institute on Drug Abuse. Stressful Habits and Mental Health While we’re all likely…
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If you or someone you love is hooked on Instagram, you might want to listen up. The Facebook-owned photo social network, used by more than 700 million people, was just ranked as “the most detrimental” to the mental health of young adults. YouTube was ranked the best, followed by Twitter, Facebook and Snapchat. Get help…
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Are you struggling with an addiction to drugs? You aren’t alone. According to SAMHSA, over 53.2 million people used illicit drugs in 2018. Moreover, according to NIH’s study “Monitoring the Future,” 38% of 12th graders used illicit drugs in 2019. If you are battling an addiction, you may have considered attending drug rehab in Nashville,…
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If you struggle with the effects of trauma, you aren’t alone. SAMHSA recently reported that over 61% of men and 51% of women had experienced some form of trauma in their lifetime. Moreover, over 90% of people who are receiving care from a public behavioral health care organization struggle with trauma. Fortunately, yoga therapy is…
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We all procrastinate from time to time, whether you put off cleaning your room or wait until the last minute to pay your cell bill. But fighting the temptation to procrastinate can help you start living a more productive lifestyle. And it’s not about being perfect, but feeling empowered and in control of your new…
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