The Sober Curious Movement
There’s an amazing and surprising new trend amongst young people and really, people of all ages that is totally unexpected and is spreading like wildfire. Individuals who have been in recovery for many years may be surprised to learn more and more people now consider sobriety to be the cool thing to do. The sober […]
Psilocybin and Meditation
Thanks in part to the recent psilocybin decriminalization movements in Denver, Colorado, Oakland, California, Oregon, and soon other parts of the United States, more and more research is being done into the benefits of this amazing natural substance. Psilocybin users have been quite aware of the possible benefits of “magic mushrooms” for mental health and […]
Free Yoga!
Yoga is good for your body, mind, and soul! If you aren’t practicing yoga already, you should start. People who do yoga feel better physically, have more self-confidence, and feel better connected to themselves and to the world around them. The benefits of this ancient discipline are numerous and nearly endless, and yoga is practiced […]
Recovery Fears
Getting sober and tackling recovery is huge, scary, and overwhelming for all who take it on. It’s no wonder that the whole process, beginning to end, is wrought with many fears to accompany and contrast the big successes and triumphs. The process of recovery is ongoing, and will be a part of an individuals life […]
Psilocybin and Depression
2019 was a banner year for acceptance and interest in psychedelic substances and for psilocybin in particular. Psilocybin is the psychoactive ingredient in “magic” mushrooms and cultures and individuals worldwide have been benefiting from its effects for thousands of years. Thanks to a constant and energetic push by small groups dedicated individuals in Denver and […]
Stephen King and Addiction
Author Stephen King’s chilling tales are well-known not only in the United States but around the world as well. Due to the fact that so many of his books have been turned into movies, even people who do not read frequently are even familiar with his work, and nearly everyone can name one or two […]
States with the Highest Number of Addictions
Addiction is a pervasive disease and it doesn’t discriminate based on age, gender, social standing, or other factors. There is, however, research and data that breaks down how each state in America, as well as the District of Columbia, is impacted by drug abuse and addiction.
Keeping your Goals for 2020
2020 is here! When a new year rolls around, many people are inspired to reflect on the old year and look ahead to the new one. In following tradition, some people also choose to make resolutions, or plan for specific changes they wish to make to their life in the coming year. Unfortunately, according to […]
Setting Intentions for the New Year
If you have ever taken a yoga class or participated in a meditation session, then the instructor or leader may have asked you to set an intention before you began. It is not required, but it is a good idea to set an intention before beginning either of these practices, and it might also be […]
The Dangers of HALT
One of the most important acronyms to know in recovery is HALT. HALT is not good. HALT is something you want to avoid. HALT will trip you up, tempt you, trigger you, and if you’re not careful, can lead you right down the path to a full-blown relapse. However, thankfully, HALT is something […]