by John Sharpe | May 18, 2023 | Meditation
Struggling with substance use disorder (SUD) can impact your life in ways that you may not have thought were possible. Addiction can impact your personal relationships, your mental and physical health, and your employment. Ensuring sustainable recovery is the key to...
by John Sharpe | May 14, 2023 | Meditation
Substance use disorder (SUD) is not only a physical disease but also a mental one. Yoga during recovery can help combat both. Our team here at West Coast Recovery Centers understands the importance of holistic treatments such as yoga and meditation. It’s...
by John Sharpe | Mar 10, 2023 | Meditation
It can be challenging to transition from being in treatment and focusing on your recovery to leaving and returning to daily responsibilities. One of those daily responsibilities will include finding a job in order to provide for yourself or your family. This is where...
by John Sharpe | Mar 2, 2023 | Meditation
The foundation for the Refuge Recovery Program dates back many years ago, with a man from India named Siddhartha (Sid) Gautama. Today, he is widely known as a Buddha, and his spiritual practice is known as Buddhism. The Refuge Recovery Program is one of the many...
by John Sharpe | Mar 24, 2022 | Meditation
Mindfulness continues to prove its efficacy in reducing feelings of stress, anxiety, overwhelm, and other experiences of mental distress. Mindfulness is a valuable tool, not only for coping with the stressors of life, but for fostering personal peace, healing, and...
by John Sharpe | Feb 9, 2022 | Meditation
Most people have heard about the numerous benefits associated with mindfulness and meditation. Meditation is important because it helps establish balanced emotional regulation, aids relapse prevention, and encourages peace and well-being. Many positive things come...