by John Sharpe | May 28, 2022 | Recovery Tools
Most people respond well to typical treatment for addiction. Each person’s experience is unique and all work in recovery is challenging. However, for some, typical residential treatment is not enough. They may try multiple programs without success, and perhaps not...
by John Sharpe | Mar 5, 2022 | Recovery Tools
Ambivalence is an emotion characterized by mixed or contradictory feelings towards something or someone. In recovery, the concept of ambivalence is typically used to refer to someone that has mixed thoughts and feelings surrounding the idea of change.From Ambivalence...
by John Sharpe | Feb 12, 2022 | Recovery Tools
Trust is the glue of every friendship, relationship, and partnership. Trust allows us to be vulnerable with each other, giving us the freedom to express ourselves and be comforted, especially when we feel mentally or physically unsafe. Unfortunately, many of us...
by John Sharpe | Feb 8, 2022 | Recovery Tools
Recovery can be a life-changing experience for those who choose to embrace it. It is a transformative process that takes time. It requires dedication, commitment, and full engagement in one’s recovery experience. Whether you have years of sobriety behind...
by John Sharpe | Jan 31, 2022 | Recovery Tools
Effective treatments for substance use and mental health involve deep introspection through therapy. Introspection is the process of examining and reflecting on your own feelings and thoughts and it is important because it helps a person to acknowledge their own...
by John Sharpe | Jan 29, 2022 | Recovery Tools
Being a parent in recovery poses numerous unique challenges. It can be overwhelming trying to prioritize your mental health while you try to show up as the best you possibly can for your kids. Another stressful factor that you might consider is whether or not your...
