holiday stress

De-stressing and Staying Sober During the Holidays

The Importance of Staying Stress-Free for Those in Recovery The month of December can be difficult for those in recovery from alcohol and substance abuse. With the season full of holiday festivities and parties, it can be difficult to remain stress-free and sober. Although traditions may vary based on family, culture, or religion, one thing…

mindfulness

How Can Meditation and Mindfulness Help the Recovery Process?

What Do Mindfulness and Meditation Have to Do With Addiction and Substance Abuse? Mindfulness and meditation practices have become increasingly popular in recent years. For some people, the ideas of such practices may still seem a little “out there.” But for others, especially professionals who work in addiction recovery and substance abuse, meditation and mindfulness…