How To Help The Homeless in Washington State
Homelessness in Washington State is a major problem. Every night, thousands of people are sleeping on the streets without shelter or basic necessities. This is an issue that affects people of all ages, genders, and backgrounds and is especially prevalent in our state’s urban areas. Homelessness in America Currently, there are more than half […]
How to Detox From Alcohol
For those with alcohol use disorder (AUD), detoxification, or, detox for short, is the first step on the road to recovery. It also tends to be the most difficult and frightening. Alcohol detox involves completely ceasing all alcohol consumption of any kind. This is to let the alcohol completely leave a person’s system. It’s only when […]
Why is Alcohol Addictive?
It’s no secret that alcohol is addictive. But why is alcohol addictive? If you or someone you has a problem with drinking, knowing why alcohol is addictive can help you better understand your risk for developing physical and mental dependence and addiction. It is important to explore some of the reasons why alcohol addiction occurs so that […]
Most Commonly Abused Drugs By College Students
Why Alcohol, Adderall, Molly, Cocaine, and Marijuana Are so Popular Amongst College-Aged Students: Starting your freshman year at a new school and possibly even in a new place is sometimes a scary, yet exciting new beginning in life. You’re on your own with the decisions you make, places you go, and the people you hang […]
Dating in Recovery
Can I Date in Early Recovery? Dating in early recovery is not always the healthiest or wisest choice, as I’m sure you’ve heard. In the early stages of your recovery process, you are still healing and learning who you are as an individual. After going through rehab, you may feel a huge part of your […]
Am I a Functioning Alcoholic?
Often, a typical portrayal of an alcoholic is someone who always has a drink in hand, has one too many, and their life is crumbling as a result of their maladaptive patterns. While this brings the so-called “functioning alcoholic” comfort, those with drinking problems don’t always follow the typical path.Even though many do fall apart […]
Setting S.M.A.R.T.E.R. Goals in Recovery
What Are S.M.A.R.T.E.R. Goals? Addiction can alter the decision-making part of the brain. For this reason, many people in recovery must relearn techniques to set goals and achieve them. An easy way to form and achieve goals is through the S.M.A.R.T.E.R. goal setting method. “S” in S.M.A.R.T.E.R. Goals is for Specific Right off the bat, […]
Nutrition Helps Your Addiction Recovery
Why Is Nutrition Important for Addiction Recovery? While you overcome the mental and physical cravings, nutrition helps your body repair the damages caused by your addiction. Proper nutrition provides you with energy and stabilizes your brain’s equilibrium, decreasing your fatigue and stress levels. Eating a balanced diet is the first step in experiencing a genuinely […]
Meditation Techniques to Maintain Sobriety
Meditation, derived from the Latin term meditari, means “to think, contemplate”. Also known as dhyana in Hindu and Buddist culture, meditation practices trace all the way back to a 12th-century monk. Its early origins obscure the possibility of a clear cut definition, but meditation is the practice of training the mind in search of attentiveness, […]
Gratitude in Recovery
A Reflection on Thanksgiving Gratitude Thanksgiving came and went in twenty-four hours, as it does every year. As we all know, Turkey Day is America’s day to Give Thanks. A day of appreciation. Of Gratitude. We get one designated day to shimmy into introspection and think about what makes us happy and fulfilled. We gather […]
