by John Sharpe | Oct 17, 2022 | Blog
If you have tried self-help groups like Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) but find you are not aligned with the 12-Step method, you might be feeling frustrated and at a loss for how to achieve lasting recovery. This could be because you do not see yourself within the 12-Step...
by John Sharpe | Oct 14, 2022 | Blog
According to a 2018 study by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, there are approximately 5.7 million Native Americans in the United States. This comprises about 1.7% of the total U.S. population. Because of various social issues that disproportionately...
by John Sharpe | Oct 13, 2022 | Blog
Establishing a healthy relationship with oneself is an essential and effective part of healing from substance addiction. As substance use can strip an individual of their sense of self-worth, rebuilding self-worth is a vital component of a successful recovery....
by John Sharpe | Oct 10, 2022 | Blog
Withdrawal symptoms are often a difficult and frustrating part of the recovery process and can leave people feeling hopeless and alone in their path to healing. Many people’s withdrawal symptoms last about three to six weeks after substance use has...
by John Sharpe | Oct 9, 2022 | Blog
Self-forgiveness is a radical act when we have gone against not just ourselves but society. Making unpopular moves in a judgmental culture can be daunting. Ultimately, though, we are our own harshest critics. Still, the recovery process requires accepting what was...
by John Sharpe | Oct 6, 2022 | Blog
Physical and mental health are often discussed as two separate issues. However, physical and mental health are more connected than one may think. This connection becomes especially prevalent when recovering from substance use disorders (SUDs) and mental health...
