by Dana Hinders | Aug 28, 2019 | Practicing Recovery, Recovery
Getting enough rest is a vital part of maintaining good health. Poor sleep has negative effects on a person’s emotional, mental, and physical well-being. If you’re in recovery, it’s vital that you make getting a restful slumber a part of your new,...
by Dana Hinders | Aug 16, 2019 | Practicing Recovery, Recovery
Mindfulness refers to the practice of living in the moment, without judgment or anticipation. It sounds simple, but people in recovery from substance use disorders often struggle to quiet their thoughts long enough to experience the benefits. This is why a growing...
by Dana Hinders | Jul 30, 2019 | Addiction, Recovery
Substance abuse issues can fracture even the strongest of marriages. If you are worried about your spouse’s alcohol or drug use, know that you are not responsible for their actions. However, there are several steps you can take to encourage your spouse to get...
by Dana Hinders | Jul 19, 2019 | Practicing Recovery, Recovery
Recovery is a time of new beginnings. For many people, volunteering offers a way to build a positive sober identity while helping those in need. Benefits of Volunteering Some of the potential benefits you may experience by making volunteer work a part of your sober...
by Dana Hinders | Jun 22, 2019 | Practicing Recovery, Recovery
Promoting a lasting recovery involves more than just abstaining from addictive substances. To build the foundation for sobriety, you need to heal your mind, body, and spirit. Part of this process will involve looking at how your diet affects your mood and your ability...
by Dana Hinders | Jun 11, 2019 | Addiction, Recovery
A problem with alcohol doesn’t develop overnight. Having a few drinks with friends to socialize turns into drinking alone when you’re sad or stressed about a bad day at work. One glass of wine turns into finishing the whole bottle. Instead of feeling like...
