By Jennifer McDougall Studies have found reading to be one of the most beneficial activities you can do that can help improve your life and physical well-being. Reading can help improve your…
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By Jennifer McDougall Depression is an invisible anchor that pulls down millions globally, irrespective of age. This daunting adversary often brings along its companions: anxiety disorders and the lure of substance use.…
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By Jennifer McDougall Does it feel like something in the air is weighing you down? When you are around a particular person or a particular crowd, do you leave feeling drained and…
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By Jennifer McDougall: Many of us ask ourselves, “What was I put on this earth to do?” The answer is different for every person. What we do and which direction we decide…
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By Jennifer McDougall Grab the nachos and prepare to enjoy the game of all games. It’s almost kickoff time for the most watched sporting event of the year. The Carolina Panthers and…
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By Jennifer McDougall Are you and your sweetheart looking for something fun to do, and would prefer not to be in an alcohol or drug infused environment? Well, that’s simple. Here are…
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By Jennifer McDougall The end of the year has come and now is the perfect time to reflect back on all the experiences, lessons learned, and memorable moments you had throughout the…
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By Jennifer McDougall Whether it is Bikram, Hatha, Power, or Yin Yoga, there are several benefits you should know. First, starting or ending the day with any yoga practice is one of…
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By Jennifer McDougall Have you ever wondered how Passages Addiction Treatment Center has such a high success rate and such a low relapse rate for clients who graduate from the program? The…
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By Jennifer McDougall Being the parent to a child of any age can be challenging at times, and there are all kinds of things parents worry about, but one widespread worry is…
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By Jennifer McDougall When completing treatment at an inpatient rehab facility, there may be a few questions that run through your mind, such as where to go from here and what to…
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By Jennifer McDougall Goal setting can sometimes feel tricky if you are not someone who sets goals regularly, or who has had little to no training or instruction on how to set…
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By Jennifer McDougall Often times, people who have a poor body image also have a lower self-esteem which can cause them to turn to drugs or alcohol to feel better about themselves.…
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Welcome to November! It’s a lovely, fall time of the year. Thanksgiving is Thursday the 27th (2014). Malibu’s weather is usually sunny, warm and beautiful, or it’s raining, which is also very…
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By Jennifer McDougall 1. PLAN THE DAY/NIGHT AHEAD OF TIME There is no need to feel obligated to attend every party that you’re invited to. Find the crowd who is most sympathetic…
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By Jennifer McDougall Even though you’re living a sober lifestyle, that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy a vibrant nightlife. As dusk falls and the stars twinkle, you might ask yourself, “What exciting…
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By Jennifer McDougall If you’re like me, you’ve been called courageous. It’s a compliment I don’t take lightly, but it also makes me uncomfortable sometimes. I know that courage is something anyone…
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By Jennifer McDougall In today’s fast-paced world, finding a moment of peace can be challenging. Meditation offers a respite, a chance to slow down and connect with ourselves. Meditation is a practice…
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By Jennifer McDougall Getting sober is one of the best decisions you will ever make. But what if your friends and family aren’t very supportive and think that instead of getting sober…
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By Jennifer McDougall Are you looking for something fun to do that doesn’t involve drinking or getting high? Instead of escaping from reality, dive in and enjoy just living life. Here are 30 fun activities you…
