Why Silence Is So Important in MeditationMental HealthBy Promises AustinJuly 6, 2016With the constant noise and distractions in today’s society, it’s hard to find a quiet place and time to think. For many, the way to cope is to grab a drink, smoke a cigarette or a joint, pop some pills or gamble the night away. Few think about what all the noise is doing to…
Introduction to Self-Guided Mindful RelaxationPersonal ResourcesBy Promises AustinJuly 28, 2014Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR), first pioneered by Dr. Jon Kabat-Zinn in 1979, is quickly becoming standard practice in addiction recovery programs across the U.S. Initially adapted from Buddhist and yogic meditation and relaxation techniques to support standard psychotherapy as a way to combat and control stress, it’s not hard to connect the dots and understand…
Why Holistic Treatment Should be Considered When Choosing a Rehab FacilityAddiction TreatmentBy Promises AustinJuly 1, 2014It can be a painful journey to the moment when a person is ready to seek help in overcoming a drug or alcohol addiction. Usually there has been a time when the person attempted to hide the addiction. Then there is often a period when substance abuse causes great turmoil within the family. By the…
3 Holistic Practices That Aid Addiction RecoveryRecoveryBy Promises AustinJune 12, 2014When you have a goal in mind, understanding what will help you achieve that goal is imperative. For example, cutting down on calories is one way to lose weight. But adding exercise to the game plan can help a person reach a weight loss goal more quickly, and seeing progress is highly motivating. The more…
