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 | May 24, 2022 | Blog
Consuming alcohol has become such a cultural norm that while there are laws about advertising, selling, and serving it to minors, alcoholic beverages are a part of everyday life. There are advertisements everywhere you look; it is readily available at grocery stores,...
by westcoastrc | Aug 29, 2021 | Blog, Recovery Tools, Relapse Prevention
A habit is a specific behavior or action that someone may do regularly. Habits are not always harmful, but most of the time, a habit may be considered an unhealthy pattern of behavior. Habits are typically learned and may become involuntary over time, meaning that...
by westcoastrc | Aug 24, 2021 | Blog, Meditation, Mindfulness
Mindfulness is a mental practice that involves being fully aware and present in a given moment. One becomes aware of thoughts, feelings, and other sensations that arise with complete acceptance and no judgment in this mental state. Mindfulness aims to bring about...
by westcoastrc | Aug 21, 2021 | Group Therapy, Individual Therapy, Mindfulness, Recovery Tools
Self-care may be one of the most critical factors in one’s recovery journey. When addiction is experienced in life, the substance at hand can become more important than the person’s health, leading to self-neglect. If one is not taking care of themself, their mood and...
