The Benefits of Boxing During Substance Addiction Recovery
Life can box you into a corner; however, don’t let being in the corner keep you from maintaining your determination to meet or exceed your goals. The truth is, you…
Life can box you into a corner; however, don’t let being in the corner keep you from maintaining your determination to meet or exceed your goals. The truth is, you…
A 12-Step program is often a part of the healing process of a substance use disorder (SUD). For example, Step 6 in some programs asks a person to admit they…
Substance addiction recovery is a lifelong commitment. Like any long-term commitment, working to maintain sobriety comes with challenges and successes. An essential part of enduring all aspects of life is…
Physical activity is essential for overall health. Even if it’s just a few minutes each day, staying active can decrease the likelihood of experiencing mental health disorders like depression or…
A new year brings new beginnings. The prospect of a fresh start can excite a person leading them to find and receive the help they need to achieve their goal….
High-profile, high-stress jobs come with challenges. Many jobs are stressful, leaving people trying to find ways to decompress after a day of work. The socially accepted customs of happy hour…
Intellectual functioning and IQ tests compare people’s performance with others in their age group who take the same test. However, IQ tests don’t allow for diverse types of intelligence. Without…
The time after the holidays holds untapped potential. Somewhere though, the resolutions you made on New Year’s Eve can fall away from your daily routine, so don’t give up on…
The holidays are a mixture of nostalgia, anticipation, and stress. Like last year, many are still coping with the uncertainty of Coronavirus (COVID-19); however, due to the pandemic and the…
The dizzying obligations and responsibilities during the holidays can usher in uninvited guests: depression and stress. The list of expectations on many includes cooking, baking, shopping, hosting festivities, cleaning, or…
The highs and lows of mental health affect everyone. No one is left untouched, from the person going through a mental health crisis to their friends, family, or co-workers. California…
December is a time of celebration. Holiday gatherings are festive and often include substances that can impair a person’s ability to drive safely or make responsible decisions. During December, it…
A chill in the air, shorter daylight hours, and time spent with family are all staples of the winter season. As you watch leaves fall from trees, unpack sweaters, and…
New Year’s Eve holds promise for a healthier new year. The path to health starts with a commitment to improving your well-being through consistency and patience. Then, you can join…
Sabotage is a word with connected emotions. Typically, the first thing a person thinks of when they hear this word is self-sabotage. Often your worst enemy is yourself; however, while…
Traveling during the holidays is a time-worn tradition for some. However, whether you visit friends or family via train, plane, or automobile, navigating the crowds is a challenge. 2021 Post-ish…
Do you dread the holidays? You aren’t alone if you said yes. However, instead of going into the holiday season with a deep sense of dread, you can turn the…
The pandemic delayed travel plans for most people. As restrictions began to decrease, flight attendants witnessed an increase in passenger violence. The result of this aggression is a decline in…
Sobriety during the holidays can be challenging for anyone. Whether a person is in recovery for years or new to it, the holidays will likely fuel both positive and negative…
Thanksgiving may kick off the holiday season, but November is much more than a special Thursday at the end of the month. Clients with substance use disorders (SUD) can benefit…
Parenting is hard. Whether your client is a stay-at-home parent or one who works, parenting is a full-time job that leads to emotional instability and burnout. The unspoken part of…
Veterans devoted their lives to protecting America. Now, it’s our turn to help those who helped us. Sixty-seven years ago, Congress passed legislation designating November 11th as Veterans Day. However,…
Once the fun of Halloween ends, you wake up to find yourself in the height of the holiday season. November begins an intense eight weeks of holiday expectations, social gatherings,…
Substance addiction and mental health care have been affected by COVID-19. Unfortunately, the longer the pandemic continues, the higher the rates of mental health and substance use disorders (SUD) continue…
When people decide they want to redefine themselves, they must be willing to leave the past behind. The most accurate sense of redefinition–the transformation from one state to another–must be…
The effects of racial discrimination are a mental health and substance use crisis. The toll racial discrimination takes on Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC) is immense. Racism decreases BIPOC’s…
Control gives off the illusion of having a life that’s perfectly put together. Some use control to hide what is going on in their lives. For example, a person with…
Taking on a second job and calling it a side hustle has become a popular trend. People take on second jobs for two main reasons: to earn more money or…
Acts of selfishness, selflessness, and self-respect fill our world. Those who place their needs above others are selfish, while those who put others above themselves are selfless. Often, the most…
Routines or daily habits create comfort. There is a sense of certainty when you know what and when you will perform a daily ritual. These habits are more than activities…
Minimalism as a philosophical lifestyle is attainable. Wants and needs drive the desire to obtain status, acceptance, and happiness. One of the main culprits of creating the feeling of wanting…
Your personality is unique to who you are and what you choose in life. Instead of listening to others’ thoughts on what you need to change, learn to embrace who…
The time to end the stigma of being lazy is now. Laziness is not a counterproductive behavior, and people should not feel discouraged or shamed if they choose active rest….
Choices always predetermine the outcome. You have free will to make a decision, but your choices dictate the path you take in recovery. Choices are the steps taken to reach…
Anger is a natural response to situations. For example, in the heat of a stressful or hurtful moment, we can use our anger to endure what we are experiencing. However,…
The increase in legal access to marijuana in the U.S. poses a greater risk of health hazards. Whether a state has decriminalized, limited use or possession to medical, or expanded…
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