by Dana Hinders | Dec 10, 2020 | Practicing Recovery, Recovery
Pandemic FatigueAs the COVID-19 coronavirus crisis drags on, we’re all feeling a bit of pandemic fatigue. It’s not easy dealing with so much uncertainty—especially when you’re a person in treatment for a substance use disorder. At Mountain Laurel...
by Dana Hinders | Dec 2, 2020 | Practicing Recovery, Recovery
At Mountain Laurel Recovery Center‘s Pennsylvania drug and alcohol addiction treatment center, we believe routines and rituals play a crucial role in building a strong foundation for a lasting recovery. During residential treatment, our clients follow a set...
by Dana Hinders | Nov 18, 2020 | Practicing Recovery, Recovery
The first year of sobriety is full of ups and downs—especially during the holidays. If you’ve recently graduated from Mountain Laurel Recovery Center’s Pennsylvania drug and alcohol addiction treatment program, it’s totally normal if you’re...
by Dana Hinders | Sep 21, 2020 | Practicing Recovery, Recovery
National Recovery MonthFor 31 years, National Recovery Month has been observed every September to bring awareness to the struggles faced by those who have been diagnosed with substance use disorders or other mental health conditions. In 2020, the National Recovery...
by Dana Hinders | Sep 3, 2020 | Practicing Recovery, Recovery
Journaling has long been recommended as a self-care tool for people in recovery from drug or alcohol addiction, but it’s also a wonderful way to support your mental health if you’re struggling with the uncertainty caused by the COVID-19 coronavirus...
by Dana Hinders | Aug 6, 2020 | Practicing Recovery, Recovery
The Challenges of UncertaintyThere’s no doubt in anyone’s mind that 2020 has been a difficult year. The COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic has drastically changed most aspects of our daily routine and left everyone wondering what to expect next.Dealing with...
