By Jennifer McDougall Chris Prentiss is a pioneer in the field of addiction treatment. He co-founded Passages Malibu with his son, Pax Prentiss, an exclusive residential rehab facility that’s known for its revolutionary, non-12-step approach to recovery. He is also the international bestselling author of books such as The AlcoholismContinue Reading
By Jennifer McDougall It’s not uncommon to feel a sense of discontentment in your life as you are constantly changing and growing in and out of each phase of your life. You may find yourself seeking deeper meaning and purpose on your journey through your quest to Be Who YouContinue Reading
By Dr. Kerri Heath It will be difficult to overcome an addiction without a true spiritual practice. Substances are able to numb the pain when you are feeling lost, depressed, discouraged, or disappointed with how things have turned out. However, substances will not make any of your pain go away. TheyContinue 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
Available to download on your Amazon Kindle A gift for You On April 16th, 2016, I will have been on this lovely planet for 80 years. People close to me ask what I want for my birthday. I have all I want. Instead, I want to give a gift. ThisContinue Reading
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 memory, focus and concentration, vocabulary, writing skills, and reduce a large amount of stress. It also allows youContinue Reading
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 of focusing and quieting the mind, leading to increased awareness and a sense of inner peace. While theContinue Reading
After Passages Malibu CEO Pax Prentiss overcame his dependence on alcohol, cocaine, and heroin, he went on to found Passages along with his father, Chris Prentiss. Before Passages’ founding, Chris authored numerous books on topics like love, self-empowerment, and wisdom. To this Chris’ books are celebrated around the world. WhileContinue Reading
Chris Prentiss co-founded Passages Malibu with his son Pax in 2001, after helping Pax address the underlying issues that were driving his addictive behavior. Through Chris’ dedicated help, Pax was able to get to the root of his addiction to alcohol, cocaine, and heroin and get back to living his life.Continue Reading
“No one gossips about other people’s secret virtues.” – Bertrand Russell, mathematician and philosopher. When was the last time you read an in-depth article about a level-headed business executive with quiet family life, steady company, and no personal problems? The fact remains, whether it is a gossip website, Vanity FairContinue Reading
Malibu, Calif. (May 17, 2012) Passages Malibu and Passages Ventura, the world’s leading drug and alcohol rehab centers, are proud to support the first annual National Prevention Week, held from Monday, May 21, 2012, through Friday, May 25, 2012. This health observance is an opportunity for community members and leaders to learn moreContinue Reading
Repeated use of dangerous and addictive stimulant drugs, such as cocaine, often causes a powerful physical and mental dependency. It is rarely easy to overcome without attending an inpatient rehab program. A new study has recently found that stimulant drugs change and manipulate the brain’s circuitry, making a recovery followingContinue Reading
Many of the articles we read and the studies we observe discuss drug and alcohol abuse in the United States. However, drug and alcohol abuse is a worldwide problem and has been an issue in numerous countries for centuries. Research studies show that specific drugs used vary from country toContinue Reading
Over the last century, modern science has made many important advances in the field of drug and alcohol treatment. However, some of the most beneficial and most important treatment modalities are still the ones that come from ideas and practices that are many thousands of years old. At holistic, nonContinue Reading
Many people seeking drug or alcohol treatment find themselves looking for a rehab center where they will be able to feel comfortable and accepted. Often, individuals feel uncomfortable with AA and 12-step programs heavily Christian-based. Luckily, many rehab centers have been created to fill this void and to treat peopleContinue Reading
Many people seeking drug or alcohol treatment find themselves unwilling to subscribe to the disease concept of addiction and to want something more than just the typical, conventional 12-step programs. Many non-12 steps and holistic treatment centers fill this void and offer unconventional treatment practices that incorporate and respect allContinue Reading
Many individuals who have sought drug and alcohol treatment, done the work, and made the change are often left wondering how to maintain it. How can you recognize when a relapse is likely? It is definitely understandable that a lifestyle change is sometimes not easy to make or maintain. LapsesContinue Reading