by Tracey L. Kelley | Dec 20, 2017 | Recovery
There are a number of reasons why someone slips into a cycle of drug and alcohol abuse. To return to firm ground requires techniques that promote wellness in a positive, life-affirming way. In rehabilitation centers, journaling or daily logging is an application used...
by Tracey L. Kelley | Nov 16, 2017 | Recovery
The chorus of a classic holiday tune reminds us that November and December are “the most wonderful time of the year!” And often, they are. Decorations, family visits, office parties, activities with friends, gift exchanges, entertaining with special meals,...
by Tracey L. Kelley | Oct 6, 2017 | Recovery
If you’re dedicated to creating powerful changes in your life, how do you maintain that focus in the real world after treatment? The answer is positive human connection. Support Network Whether you consider yourself an introvert or an extrovert, creating a...
by Tracey L. Kelley | Sep 27, 2017 | Recovery
Many people cringe at the thought of reading “self-help” books, as many titles seem to focus on what’s wrong with you and how you need to fix it. Finding the Right Book Sometimes the glib, attention-grabbing approaches of these books offer little in...
by Tracey L. Kelley | Sep 14, 2017 | Recovery
Yoga may seem like a mystical practice that only a few people follow. But in reality, nearly 37 million people practiced yoga in the United States in 2016. Believe It or Not, Yoga Is for Everyone If you’ve considered yoga but then thought, “I’m not...
by Tracey L. Kelley | Sep 1, 2017 | Recovery
As human beings, we’re programmed to act—and sometimes react. It’s a survival mechanism that’s in our DNA. We needed to outrun a bear or avoid falling rocks, and each time we survived these challenges, we filed the reactions away in our brains to...
