By Jennifer McDougall The holiday season, a time of joy and celebration for many, can present unique challenges for those in recovery from substance abuse. At Passages Malibu, we understand that navigating…
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By Jennifer McDougall Self-care is the foundation for a successful sober lifestyle. It allows us to make better choices, achieve our goals, and bring more meaning into our lives. But how do…
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We all have personal boundaries, sometimes called our “comfort zone” or our “personal bubble.” These are the boundaries we make to safeguard our mental and physical well-being. Setting better boundaries is essential…
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By Jennifer McDougall Everything else falls to the wayside when addiction takes over your life, including your relationships, career, school, and mental and physical health. That’s why regaining control of your own…
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By Jennifer McDougall While in treatment for a drug addiction issue, it is critical to developing various life skills to maintain stability and exercise independence. Individuals struggling with codependency and drug addiction…
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By Jennifer McDougall It can be tempting for many people, especially those in recovery, to shut out the world for days at a time, but how much isolation is too much? Because…
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By Jennifer McDougall Self-care is an essential practice in addiction recovery. When you don’t have a self-care routine, it can throw you off balance and make you feel uneasy. Many people who…
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By Susan Finley, Ed.D., NCC Mindfulness is the ability to steer clear from worry and anxiety bringing one’s attention to the present moment. Feeling overwhelmed and ill-equipped to deal with life’s challenges…
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By Jennifer McDougall “How do you change what you believe when your experience has convinced you otherwise? By creating a new experience. The best way for you to get that new experience…
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By Jennifer McDougall Do you ever get so busy you forget to take care of yourself? You get so caught up in the day-to-day motions of work, family, and all the plans…
