Building healthy relationships and fostering social connections are integral to a fulfilling life. However, for individuals in recovery, finding activities that support a sober lifestyle and allow for meaningful connections can be crucial. This article will explore 30 social activities that promote sober connections and help build healthy relationships. Let’sContinue Reading
By Jennifer McDougall Self-care is an essential component of maintaining a balanced and healthy lifestyle. For individuals embracing a sober lifestyle, prioritizing self-care becomes even more crucial. This article will explore 30 self-care activities that nurture your well-being, promote relaxation, and enhance your sobriety. Let’s delve into these empowering practices!Continue Reading
Living a sober lifestyle doesn’t mean sacrificing fun and excitement. In fact, there are countless activities that can be enjoyed without drugs or alcohol. In this article, we will explore 30 engaging and enjoyable activities that can bring immense pleasure and fulfillment to your life while staying sober. Let’s diveContinue Reading
Recovery from addiction and reclaiming your mental health requires more than overcoming substance abuse. It involves learning essential tools to establish healthy self-care practices and set boundaries. At Passages Malibu, a leading luxury rehab center, we recognize the importance of self-care and boundaries in recovery. In this blog post, weContinue Reading
In today’s fast-paced and demanding world, it’s essential to prioritize your overall well-being. At Passages Malibu, the world’s most luxurious rehab center, we understand the significance of nurturing the mind, body, and soul. We have gathered ten effective wellness tips that can help you achieve a balanced and fulfilling life.Continue Reading
By Jennifer McDougall Have you ever wondered how some things work out for some people, and others seem to struggle more through the obstacles in their way? Or how when you envision how you want your life to look and then look back five years later, you realize that everythingContinue Reading
By Jennifer McDougall Taming racing thoughts is an essential act of self-care we all must be aware of in recovery. The obsession and overwhelmingness we put on ourselves can become quite debilitating if we don’t get a quick grasp on them. We’ve all experienced excessive brain chatter before, where weContinue Reading
By Jennifer McDougall Coping with events that disrupt our inner peace and shake us to the core can be upsetting. Knowing how to navigate challenging emotions with a healthy approach is always important, especially if you have struggled with substance abuse-related issues in the past. To avoid a relapse, youContinue Reading
By Jennifer McDougall It’s pretty common for many people to get stuck in a rut from time to time, bored of the same routine, lacking excitement in day-to-day tasks. The trick is to recognize how you feel and start making some slight changes that can drastically improve how you think,Continue Reading
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 relapse in recovery lose focus on what’s important and forget to take care of the needs of theirContinue Reading
by Jennifer McDougall “The world is actually a mirror, and as you change, you will see everything around you changing as well, mirroring your changes.” ― Chris Prentiss, Be Who You Want, Have What You Want: Change Your Thinking, Change Your Life Have you started thinking about what you would like the newContinue Reading
By Susan Finley, Ed.D., NCC “I’ve failed over and over and over again in my life and that is why I succeed.”- Michael Jordan One fact remains true: Individuals who have struggled with substance use and addiction within their lifetime learned to develop a level of resilience and grit thatContinue Reading
By Susan Finley, Ed.D., NCC “It’s the repetition of affirmations that leads to belief. And once that belief becomes a deep conviction, things begin to happen.” – Muhammad Ali Self-Esteem begins to form in early childhood. It is shaped by our thoughts, relationships, and life experiences. Understanding self-esteem and theContinue Reading
By Jennifer McDougall A restful night’s sleep is crucial for our well-being, but the activities we engage in before bedtime significantly influence the quality of our slumber. Here are five essential habits to incorporate into your evening routine to ensure you wake up feeling refreshed and rejuvenated. “It’s in theContinue Reading
By Jennifer McDougall Are you ready to eliminate stress from your life and become more at ease without fear and doubt? At Passages, we are here to help you achieve and maintain a stressfree lifestyle to help avoid from straying the course in your sobriety. Here are 5 of theContinue Reading
By Jennifer McDougall Keeping your emotions in check can be difficult for those who have a mental illness, but it is generally something we should all learn how to manage. Balancing emotions is the key to keeping yourself in check when dealing with other people and the highs and lowsContinue Reading
By: Jennifer McDougall There is a weight that is carried when you know you are not being true to yourself or living a life that is not aligned with what your core beliefs are. The cost of wearing a mask and hiding behind who you truly are can be notContinue Reading
By Jennifer McDougall Do you want to attract more positivity in your life? Do you feel like your life has been a drag lately or your energy is at an all-time low? If so, we are here to help. A few things to look out for if you suspect somethingContinue Reading
By Jennifer McDougall It’s one thing to have a thought or two about this or that, but it’s a whole other ballgame when you find yourself anxiously thinking and dwelling on all the possibilities or worries you have running through your head. Trust me, it’s not uncommon to feel thisContinue Reading
By Jennifer McDougall Sometimes we slip into a rut, where life feels less than exciting and maybe a bit too mundane. What can you do to turn up the wick and liven up your burnt-out routine? At Passages, we encourage you step out of your comfort zone and shake upContinue Reading