Drunk driving is one of the most pervasive crimes in the United States. The economic and social toll that it takes is nearly immeasurable and affects nearly every citizen, regardless of their personal involvement. In fact, college drunk driving statistics suggest that it costs the average person ...
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Dynamic Ways to Meditate
Introduce movement to meditation with these dynamic ways to meditate throughout your day. Meditation reduces stress, soothes anxiety and helps us cope with addiction triggers. For these reasons, I deeply value it as a cornerstone of recovery. However, the prospect of complete stillness may not ...
Recovery is a Community Effort
Several months ago, I shared my recovery story with a young lady. She was struggling to overcome a devastating addiction that was beginning to wreak havoc on her health and life. Sitting in a chair across from me, her body crumpled in defeat with a mix of anguish and envy, she asked, "How did you do ...
Are You Enabling Your Loved One’s Addiction?
While you may not realize it, your responses to a person's alcohol addiction can enable them to further engage in substance abuse. Enabling addiction can be a tricky situation, so it's important to recognize your behavior and how it affects the behavior of your loved ones. Your spouse comes home ...
Chakra Balance for Recovery
Chakra balance for recovery is based on the idea that life force flow through people, uniting the mind of body. Chakras are energy hubs that run parallel along the body's core. Certain ailments and thought patterns, such as addiction, can slow or completely block the flux of energy through each ...
Tips For Convincing Addicts to Seek Help
Addiction is tragic. It damages more than the individual. It effects friends, coworkers, and neighbors, and most importantly, it hurts family members. When addicts fall deeper and deeper into the grasp of a drug, it might feel easy to give up on them. Is there anything you can do to persuade them to ...
This Workout Playlist Will Make Your Recovery Workout Better
Music is a healthy way to release feelings and emotions. We can listen to it no matter what mood we are in, and it might completely alter our attitude in the moment. I can't tell you how many times I have climbed into my car while irritable, with a mind filled with negativity, but when I turned the ...
A Guide to Healthy Living and Disordered Eating Information
Healthy living and proper eating habits are important steps for enjoying a vigorous, long life. Making the right nutritional choices is just the first step. Incorporating a regular exercise routine, ensuring proper sleep, and stress management also play vital roles in health. Learning about ...
7 Virtual Places to Seek Recovery Support
What tools do you use to stay clean and sober? If you've got an internet connection, you can expand your repertoire by exploring online recovery networks, news sites and databases. These are greatly beneficial because you can have instant access to support and advice any time, day or night, with no ...