Everyone has bad days, but they aren’t life or death. However, bad days can hold much more significance for individuals recovering from addiction than they do for the average person. Bad days can be a recipe for relapse if the person is unsure how to cope with them in healthy ways. Therefore, a bad day […]
Tag Archives: Recovery
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Oct
Oct
For individuals recovering from mental health or addiction, finding healthy coping mechanisms is crucial for triggers and preventing relapse. One of the best ways to cope with bad days in recovery is by journaling. Many may think that journaling is not for them, simply because they only know the idea of keeping a diary and […]
09
Sep
Sep
There are many ways to bolster your recovery over time and ensure you remain on the path to successful and sustained sobriety. Mindfulness is one of the best ways to stay present and cope with anxious thoughts, cravings, and negative feelings you may experience in recovery. Understanding the importance of mindfulness and what exercises you […]
06
Sep
Sep
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Aug
Aug
When you choose to recover from addiction, you are choosing support that can manifest differently depending on your needs. One of the most essential parts of recovery is therapy, both individual and group. Unfortunately, the stigma surrounding therapy causes individuals to resist participation. Keeping an open mind as you try to understand the necessity of […]
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Aug
Aug
When recovering from active addiction, many people only think about the various therapies you go through that help heal the underlying causes. However, reviving your physical strength is just as important to the recovery process. There are numerous benefits of regaining your physical health and strength, and by understanding them, you can be motivated to […]
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Aug
Aug
Addiction does not discriminate, which means that it can tragically affect anyone from any background. However, it does present differing challenges for specific groups of people. For example, men face different problems in recovery than women do, laying out the need for these to be addressed. Many men can become deflated in recovery when they […]
22
Aug
Aug
Addiction can cause numerous challenges in your life, especially when it comes to your physical health. For example, due to feeling hungover, depressed, or isolated from your usual friend group, you may stop getting the necessary exercise needed to maintain your overall health and well-being. For these reasons, many facilities across the US offer […]
12
Aug
Aug
When discussing addiction, one of the most commonly used phrases is “hitting rock bottom.” While this phrase is popular, almost every person will have a different definition of rock bottom, and how it appeared to them. With this ever-changing definition, how can one expect to wait until it happens to seek help? The answer is, […]
09
Aug
Aug
For individuals struggling with addiction who are thinking of going into treatment, the unknown can be terrifying. You may not know what to expect, adding to your fears surrounding recovery. At Alta Loma Transformational Services, we want to be transparent with current and potential residents. For these reasons, we want to offer you a glimpse […]
