TREE HOUSE BLOG

Taking a look at the link between nutrition and mental health.  Our minds and bodies are intricately connected. While mental health issues can have a

Anonymity in 12-Step meetings has been a longstanding and foundational part of the program. AA’s founder, Bill Wilson, wrote extensively on the subject in the

A stereotype refers to a commonly held belief that’s longstanding, general, and largely based on assumption. Stereotypes come in all shapes and sizes but they

Debunking some commonly held misconceptions about the recovery journey. There are so many misconceptions, which turn into myths, about the process of recovery. Recovery is

Borderline Personality Disorder, or BPD, is a personality disorder that is marked by impulsive behavior, difficulty maintaining stable relationships, and severe mood swings. Personality disorders,

Unpacking the dangers of self-medicating.  Unfortunately, it’s fairly common to self-medicate. Self-medicating refers to taking medicine or other substances oneself, rather than as prescribed by

The effects of trauma are vast and it’s important to understand them. Trauma-informed care refers to any kind of treatment that seeks to recognize and

Get back in tune with the rhythms of nature and reap the benefits. In a world of iPhones and technology galore, it’s easy to feel

It’s an ongoing journey. Pay it forward. The 12th step of AA reads: “Having had a spiritual awakening as the result of these steps, we

Many of us come to recovery without a sense of spirituality or connection. We learn early on that it’s important to turn our power over

Switching up your workouts changes the game and keeps things interesting. When you get into a healthy workout routine, one that you really look forward

Running is a healthy habit. Here’s how it boosts your recovery. We all know that running is a great way to stay fit and boost

Let’s revisit the important topic of male bonding in recovery. Often jokingly called “bromance,” bonding between guys is really important for an optimal recovery experience.

When you get that panicked feeling that pulses through your mind and body and your thoughts begin to move a million miles an hour, you

Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese practice that utilizes graceful and flowing movements. It was originally taught as a form of self-defense. Today, we practice

There’s a reason that we say laughter is the best medicine. We know that we always feel better when we’re laughing. It’s one of the

In many ways, when we begin the recovery journey, we have to start fresh. The same goes for our communication skills. We have to relearn

When the moon is full in the sky, we get maximum reflected light off of the sun. The moon is a reflective surface an is

Being a family member or friend of someone struggling with an addiction can be incredibly painful. It’s hard to know what to do, say, or

Acupuncture has become mainstream over the past few years. If you’re not familiar with this ancient Chinese medical practice, it’s a form of integrative medicine

Orange County is one of the most gorgeous landscapes ever and we’re lucky enough to be in the midst of it. It’s easy to get

In our world, we like to think that life is a straight line from point A to point B. Books, movies, and television give us