by Jennifer McDougall When an individual experiences trauma, it is crucial they receive professional therapy, such as what is offered at Passages Addiction Treatment Centers. When trauma goes unhealed, a person may…
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By Jennifer McDougall Many people who are addicted to alcohol experience a great deal of mental, physical, and emotional turmoil as their health fades due to the consumption of alcoholic beverages. Getting…
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By Jennifer McDougall Imagine for a second the perfect life. Imagine yourself living as your most healthy, stable, and spiritual self. This reality is possible when being healing from the underlying causes…
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by Jennifer McDougall For many, being alone is a challenging and uncomfortable feeling. We crave connection and in order to stay sober, happy, and healthy its helpful to surround ourselves with positive…
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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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Knowing the benefits of essential oils will help you understand the importance of incorporating them into your daily routine. From increased energy to pain relief and digestion help, essential oils have shown…
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Gather around the fireplace with a big cozy blanket and a hot cup of herbal tea. This is the season to spend reflect on what we are most grateful for and spend…
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by Jennifer McDougall What is Trauma? When someone experiences a deeply distressed or disruptive event in their life, physical, mental, or emotional, they have been exposed to what is known as trauma.…
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Passages Addiction Treatment Centers opened it’s doors in 2001 to help those struggling with substance abuse related issues. Many people don’t realize that Passages accepts most private insurance policies to help cover…
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When you are in need of inspiration in your recovery from drug and alcohol dependency related issues, these quotes by Chris Prentiss will help lift your spirits and give you some wonderful…
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by Jennifer McDougall What sets Passages apart from all other treatment centers? One of the critical elements of Passages is the quality of care and expertise in holistic addiction treatment. Since 2001,…
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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…
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by Karin Burns I took a less traditional path to rehab than most people and avoided the DUIs, legal issues and job losses we typically associate with alcohol addiction by embracing change…
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by Jennifer McDougall Whether you are working on getting sober or have been in recovery for a while, it’s important to stick to healthy dating and relationship practices that reinforce positive lifestyle…
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By Jennifer McDougall Addiction takes a toll on the whole family. It can be hard watching someone you love self-destruct and bring harm to themselves as they divulge in substance abuse. Maybe…
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By Dr. Susan Finley “Strumming my pain with his fingers Singing my life with his words Killing me softly with his song” — Roberta Flack Great musicians/bands CONNECT people. All over the…
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By Dr. Kerri Heath Are you ready to be healthy? Sick of waking up with a hangover, running out of money, and feeling the heaviness of drama that you have created while…
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By Susan Finley, Ed.D., NCC “Poison is in everything, and nothing is without poison. The dosage makes it either a poison or a remedy.” – Paracelsus. Imagine yourself staring down a hungry…
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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…
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By Susan Finley, Ed.D., NCC “He who takes medicine and neglects to diet wastes the skill of his doctors.” -Chinese Proverb What is the connection between diet, nutrition, and addiction? Each has…