Signs That You’re Enabling

Signs That You’re Enabling

What are the signs that you’re enabling? If you’re a family member of someone in the throes of addiction, you need to know the difference between loving that person and enabling that person. It is hard to see someone we love make choices that are harmful...
The Power of Therapeutic Writing

The Power of Therapeutic Writing

The power of therapeutic writing is widely accepted in the therapy world as a way to help individuals get in touch with their feelings and emotions. Part of recovery is the process of delving into the buried emotions in our lives. Drugs and alcohol are often used to...
Buddhism and Addiction Recovery

Buddhism and Addiction Recovery

Many people in addiction recovery find that discovering or rediscovering a spiritual connection is helpful in their journey. Buddhism, which is both a religion and a way of life, has elements that can be helpful to those in recovery. These include mindfulness,...
What is the Pink Cloud?

What is the Pink Cloud?

What is the pink cloud? When I began recovery and would share a significant change or a new revelation about life, people would often say, “He is on the pink cloud,” or “Enjoy that pink cloud as long as you can.” To be perfectly blunt, that would irritate me beyond...