by | Mar 18, 2024 | Mindfulness
For many individuals with substance use disorder (SUD), relapse is part of the recovery journey. When relapse occurs, it can be challenging for people to handle the setback. Though many may begin feeling shame or guilt, the best way to navigate relapse is through...
by | Feb 12, 2024 | Group Therapy
Individuals diagnosed with substance use disorder (SUD) may struggle with feelings of guilt, regret, and shame. Low self-esteem also contributes to some mental health side effects of SUD. Self-compassion helps people come to terms with their condition while avoiding...
by John Sharpe | Jul 18, 2022 | Blog
Life can be very challenging when a person is overly critical of themselves or lacks the ability to self-soothe. This can lead to an escalation of stress and anxiety, even when the situation itself is manageable. Facilities like West Coast Recovery Centers offer...
by John Sharpe | Apr 10, 2022 | Blog
Making mistakes, experiencing emotional pain, and going through suffering are inevitable aspects of life. Many people consider these experiences valuable for creating balance in life, such as believing that you can’t have positives without having...
