Stress happens to everyone, but when you are in recovery, stress can be particularly dangerous, as it is more likely to contribute to a trigger and subsequent relapse. That’s why it’s imperative that you plan ahead for triggers. Planning ahead for triggers is an essential part of your recovery journey, and Sequoia Recovery Centersss can […]
While there is no single list of life skills, the term refers to basic skills that help you make the most of your daily life, equipping you to deal with challenges and reach your goals. With life skills training, you can develop the skills you need most during recovery and boost your life satisfaction, purpose, […]
When you are in recovery, you have to make many life changes, and that can extend to your relationships with others and with yourself. One of the most important lessons you will learn is how to establish healthy boundaries in recovery. If you’re looking for help establishing boundaries, turn to Sequoia Recovery Centersss for help. […]
Isolation and loneliness are two feelings often experienced in recovery. There are many reasons for this, ranging from low self-esteem because of addiction to having to make new friends after treatment. No matter the cause, those in recovery can struggle to make connections, which can have a detrimental impact on recovery success. Sequoia Recovery Centersss […]
If you have a loved one who is struggling with addiction and trying to get help, it can fill you with apprehension when you don’t know how to best support them. You might worry about saying or doing the wrong thing and making a situation worse or not knowing how to help them most effectively […]
When you are in recovery, there are things that may remind you of certain events, places, or emotions. These are called triggers. It’s important that you learn how to recognize and respond to triggers. Without the right coping skills, triggers can result in: Identifying Triggers in Recovery When you participate in addiction treatment programs, you […]
Many people may fear the idea of going to Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) meetings. It is not a comfortable situation to show up at a new location to meet new people and share intimate information about your struggles. However, there are several benefits to attending AA meetings, and attendance in support groups is necessary for people […]
Any physical activity can go a long way toward improving your mood, so it’s important that you make getting active part of your routine. To take things one step further, you can practice mindful movement, where you focus your full attention on the movements you are making. How does this look in practice? Let’s look […]
Fear in recovery is a normal part of the process, and it can be an incredibly powerful emotion, hijacking the way you think and the way you feel physically and mentally. It can cause you to make the wrong decisions and do things that hurt you rather than help you. Everyone experiences fear in recovery, […]
When you are in recovery, you may be recovering from addiction and co-occurring mental health disorders, but you are also recovering from the damage that addiction has on several parts of your life. This can extend to: Your rehab program may help you with aftercare services near the end of your program. During this part […]
