Long-term recovery from substance use disorder is more than quitting drugs or alcohol. Discover resources and articles about mental and physical wellness for long-term recovery.
Long-term recovery from drug or alcohol use often means a distinct change in behavior, mindset and lifestyle. Finding new ways to experience life without substances can help promote a wellness lifestyle that incorporates exercise, nutrition, new activities and hobbies. Because mental and physical health are so intertwined, overall wellness and recovery can go hand-in-hand.
According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, about half of people with a mental health condition will also struggle with addiction at some point in their lives and vice versa. Because addiction and mental health conditions often co-occur, ongoing mental and physical health care is a key part of recovery.
Find resources and articles about wellness in recovery to learn how to maintain long-term sobriety and overall health.
Incorporating the Eight Dimensions of Wellness Into Your Recovery
When Random Kindness Makes All the Difference
8 Reasons to be Thankful in Recovery
Regaining Creativity in Addiction Recovery
Goal Setting in Addiction Recovery
Cultivating Patience in Recovery
Antidepressants in Addiction Recovery
Cultivating Gratitude in Recovery
How to Prevent Unhealthy Habits in Recovery
Benefits of Spirituality in Recovery
How to Forgive Yourself in Recovery4
Surprising Ways Yoga Can Benefit Recovery
How to Keep Stress from Hijacking Your Recovery
Benefits of Exercise in Recovery
Taking Time to Journal Could Save Your Life
How to Practice Self-Love This Valentine’s Day
Top 5 Habits That Keep Me Recovering
My life is a testament to the power of habits — both bad and good. Today I’m in recovery because of bad habits that turned into addictions over time.
Exploring the Role of Good Nutrition in Addiction Recovery
The Power of Journaling as an Essential Recovery Practice
I’ll never forget the words my first sponsor said to me during our initial meeting: I can see that you’re really disconnected between your head and your heart, she said.
Long-term recovery from drug or alcohol use often means a distinct change in behavior, mindset and lifestyle. Finding new ways to experience life without substances can help promote a wellness lifestyle that incorporates exercise, nutrition, new activities and hobbies. Because mental and physical health are so intertwined, overall wellness and recovery can go hand-in-hand.
According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, about half of people with a mental health condition will also struggle with addiction at some point in their lives and vice versa. Because addiction and mental health conditions often co-occur, ongoing mental and physical health care is a key part of recovery.
Find resources and articles about wellness in recovery to learn how to maintain long-term sobriety and overall health.
The Meditative Power of Cycling
Cycling as meditation? You ask. What? Are you crazy?! Well, I am a little bonkers—in a good way!—but cycling really does have meditative powers for me.
How Healthy Eating Enhanced My Recovery
Eating in a healthful way can enhance your recovery, because you are making choices that are creating more energy to enjoy life.
The Surprising Link Between Sleep Quality and Addiction Recovery
Enhance Dopamine Levels & Feel Great (Naturally, Without Drugs)
The Habits of Long Term Sobriety
Why Is Emotional Intelligence Important in Recovery?
Top Five Yoga Poses for Men & Why They’re Great for Beginners!
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