At Silver Lining we agree, the journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.
When you feel comfortable enough in your ability to care for another creature, it might be time to adopt a pet! Not only will your furry (or feathered, or scaly!) friend offer you love and companionship, but also a purpose in your life and proof of your progress in recovery. Below are four benefits of […]
Mindfulness practices like yoga, meditation, and Tai chi promote mental clarity and physical strength, making them positive complementary treatments to cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), 12-Step programs, and group therapy. Rehabilitation facilities are expanding their treatment options to include alternative and complementary therapies, thereby offering a more holistic approach to recovery. Yoga Yoga Journal characterizes yoga as […]
Recovery friendly workplaces (RFW) in New Hampshire are welcoming individuals in recovery to rejoin the workforce in a stable, healthy environment. These companies understand the immense emotional and mental strength of populations overcoming SUD and hope to provide jobs to those who may face discrimination elsewhere. What Is a Recovery Friendly Workplace? The Recovery Friendly […]
With being stuck at home during the COVID-19 quarantine, a lot of women have been retreating to the kitchen to pour themselves a glass of wine or other alcoholic beverages to mask their anxiety and depression. A Morning Consult survey has said that 16% more women were drinking because of social distancing and living in […]
When you are stuck alone in the house because of the COVID-19 quarantine, you are also left alone with your mental health. You may have trouble being able to tell if you are experiencing sadness or depression while you are at home. With this ongoing pandemic not going away anytime soon, it is important to […]
We spend a good portion of our time on social media. Knowing that so many people log into their accounts, post, and regularly check their feeds shows companies can reach out to them. Social media can be a useful tool during the coronavirus pandemic to provide addiction recovery services, as well as better understand the […]
The coronavirus pandemic is affecting the way everyone lives, including those struggling with addiction. You are used to attending your meetings where you can see your friends who are struggling like you, as well as your sponsor. While you are in your home, however, there are a variety of virtual meetings you can attend to […]
With the current pandemic we are facing, you may believe that working at home will come with no challenges—you do not have to get all dressed up, worry about traffic getting to work, and can work from your bed if you want to. Unfortunately, you may also feel like you are able to do things […]
You may be stuck in your home right now because of the coronavirus pandemic, meaning you are alone in your thoughts about drugs or alcohol. If you are living alone and feel like you are going crazy from boredom, you may want to order a case of alcoholic beverages to be delivered to your home. […]
If you are stuck in your home during the time of the coronavirus pandemic, you may be feeling bored and restless. That does not mean that you should ruin your recovery by easing your anxiety or boredom with alcohol or starting an unhealthy drinking habit. By finding sober activities to keep you active at home, […]
