We’ve all seen the party lifestyle glamorized in popular media. While it may make for good TV or juicy tabloid fodder, a substance-driven lifestyle isn’t all it’s cracked up to be. We all know that chronic substance use can wreak havoc on your life, but did you know...
Being an entrepreneur is tough. As a business owner, you’re likely to deal with long hours, high stress, and responsibilities that never seem to end. Even on a slow day, it’s still a 24-hour-a-day job. Not surprisingly, many entrepreneurs end up dealing with addiction...
Recovery is a lifelong commitment. Mustering up the strength to make that commitment isn’t easy, and that can be especially true for women. It’s not uncommon for many women to experience a sense of guilt when they start prioritizing their own needs over the needs of...
It’s easy to feel alone when you’re facing an addiction, especially when those who’ve faced similar challenges may not be comfortable openly sharing their stories. But trust us when we say you’re not alone. Women from all walks of life have faced addictions and...
If you haven’t yet seen Gabor Maté’s film “The Wisdom of Trauma”, then we highly recommend you do. The viral film is a real eye-opener in terms of how trauma impacts us as individuals and the role it plays in the challenges we face as a society. In the film, Maté...
Self-care and self-awareness are key to maintaining a life in recovery Most people who have previously done a treatment program are familiar with the acronym H.A.L.T.: Hungry Angry Lonely Tired HALT is often used in recovery as a reminder to pause and evaluate what...
