Isolation is a word that we hear a lot in recovery circles. We’re told to avoid it, as isolation is one of the enemies of …
Nightly Rituals for Optimal Relaxation and Unwinding
In our over-stimulating world of iPhones, laptops, smart TVs, and fluorescent lights, it can often be difficult to find time to intentionally unwind after a …
The Moment of Waking: Techniques to Kickstart Your Day
Our first few hours awake are some of our most important, as they set the tone for the whole day. When we get into healthy …
The Science of Sleep
We sleep for one-quarter of our lives. That’s a lot of sleep. We often hear about the importance of getting a good night’s rest and …
Serotonin 101: All About Our Crucial Brain Chemicals
A brain is a complicated place filled with synapses, chemicals, hormones, and processes that even scientists still don’t fully understand. It’s empowering to know the …
Adrenaline Addiction: How to Tell if You’re Addicted to the Thrills
In early recovery, it’s easy to trade one addiction for another. You’ve probably heard the term “adrenaline junkie” and perhaps you’re suspecting that you might …
Essentialism: How To Use Your Energy Most Efficiently
Essentialism is a term used by Greg McKeown, who wrote a book entitled Essentialism. He defines it as “the disciplined pursuit of less.” The idea …
To Do Lists: Best Practices
A to-do list can be a great guide for us. Here we discuss best practices for maximizing this life tool. It can feel overwhelming or …
Get in Touch with Nature and Get Healthy: July Nutrition
Seasonal nutrition can guide our eating choices and help us connect with the earth. Before high-speed transportation and big agriculture, humans had to live and …
Creative Visualization for Recovery
Visualization is a powerful tool that can be employed for many situations including overcoming fears, pain and turmoil, inspiration, and creativity. What is visualization and …