“Connection is the opposite of addiction,” according to Johann Hari, “New York Times” best-selling author. Becoming better connected to your thoughts and feelings with meditation for substance use disorder can be helpful as you undergo comprehensive treatment. What is Meditation? Meditation is sitting still and noticing whatever comes into your mind without judgment. This means…
For those grappling with substance use, staying sober is an everyday fight. Learning the signs of an impending relapse is critical in avoiding it. Potential triggers will always happen. Those in recovery need to understand how to manage relapse warning signs to make recovery maintenance possible. What Does it Mean to Relapse? When bad things…
Euphoric recall is a state in which individuals remember the past with “rose-colored glasses.” This addictive thinking exaggerates a positive experience but fails to bring up the negative side—all of the good, none of the bad. The “glory days,” weren’t they amazing? In this state, people recall specific memories with excessive fondness that can trigger…
Aftercare is a vital part of the recovery process. Addiction does not simply end once a detoxification program is completed. An individual is not fully recovered even when their stint in a rehabilitation program is over. In fact, addiction never truly releases its grasp without continuous post-recovery programs. What is Aftercare? Detox and rehabilitation are…
While the coronavirus pandemic may change the holiday party landscape, you may still find yourself in situations where alcohol is abundant. Here are some tips to stay sober as well as possible triggers to avoid. It’s natural to be wary of gatherings – especially if you feel that you could be confronted with these triggers. …
The importance of nutrition in recovery is vitally important in order to repair your body and refocus your mind. During the time of substance use, your body is directly harmed by the substance. However, the substance use also indirectly harms other aspects of your life, including relationships and lifestyle choices, such as nutrition, exercise, sleep…
Disclosing information about your journey in recovery from a substance abuse disorder might feel like the hardest conversation you will ever have. There is still quite a bit of stigma attached to various types of addiction and deciding whether or not to speak about your personal story can bring up fears of marginalization or shame. …
Seeking or maintaining romantic relationships in recovery is challenging and it can be necessary to avoid places like bars and dance clubs. This might make it difficult to continue frequenting your usual date night places as they often have alcoholic beverages aplenty. Trying to maintain a healthy relationship or find a new partner will require…
If you have a drug addiction, it’s time to get help from the caring experts at the Integrative Life Center in Nashville, TN. Our drug addiction treatment center provides supervised support to help you get through the difficulties of withdrawal. Learn how to tell if your drug or alcohol habit has evolved into a full-blown…
Learning stress management can help you stay calm and maintain your sobriety and clean living long after your recovery at Integrative Life Center. Let our trained, compassionate therapists help you choose better ways of coping through our mental health treatment center in Nashville. If you have a co-occurring substance abuse disorder, we can provide the…