In recovery, it’s common to encounter negative emotions as part of the healing process. Contrary to the misconception that such emotions indicate a problem, there is nothing “wrong” with feeling distressing emotions. In fact, all emotions are simply signals from the outside world to the brain that can reveal things about one’s circumstances. By embracing […]
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An act of self-care, instituting boundaries this holiday season can help protect your recovery amid the hustle and bustle. By safeguarding you from triggering circumstances, helping you stay committed to your routine, and providing structure for holiday celebrations, boundaries can allow you to celebrate the holidays while maintaining your peace of mind and upholding your
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Everyone needs help at some point in life. You may be at that point if you have a substance use disorder. If you have a substance use disorder, an addiction treatment program at a reputable rehabilitation center can help you. Signs You May Benefit from Rehab If one or more of these signs applies to you, then
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Embrace the spirit of independence, community, and gratitude of the Fourth of July holiday this year by creating memorable, meaningful, sober experiences. Here are some inspirational ideas to make your sober Fourth of July memorable: Host a Sober BBQ: Invite friends and family over for a sizzling barbecue for a fun way to celebrate the
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America is dealing with a serious opioid crisis. This epidemic has taken far too many lives, but it doesn’t need to take yours, too. If you have an addiction, do not let the fear of how to tell your family stop you from getting help. Our blog lays out a five-step approach to telling your
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Because substance use tends to interfere with the ability to provide the body with necessary nutrients, substance use disorder (SUD) and malnourishment commonly coincide. For those with SUD, malnourishment can hinder recovery, as their bodies may not have the resources needed to heal. Practicing good nutrition, however, can help advance recovery from SUD by improving
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Wasatch Crest admissions representative, Trevor Butterfield, and his wife, Amanda, join the Project Recovery podcast to talk about their experiences in recovery and how they fought for their sobriety following relapse. You can listen to the full podcast below. ADDICTION RECOVERY AT WASATCH CREST With a continuum of care that spans men-only and women-only residential
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By Wasatch Crest Alumni Coordinator Madi Banks Wasatch Crest alumni coordinator, Madi Banks, gives her tips for staying sober during the holidays. While full of good cheer, the holidays can also be stressful. Attending and hosting holiday parties, budgeting for gifts, dealing with complicated family dynamics, and wanting the holidays to be magical can be
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Wasatch Crest founder and CEO, Jim Huffman and executive director, Rich McDonald, CMHC, share how they became friends through trail running, embraced addiction recovery, and began Wasatch Crest as an addiction treatment center in Heber City, Utah. To learn more about our addiction treatment programs in Heber City, Utah, reach out. Video Transcript Jim: Hi, my
As a person transitions out of addiction treatment and begins their new life in sobriety, they may feel excited, nervous, and unsure, along with many other emotions that coincide with healing, hard work, and new experiences. While they’ll inevitably face obstacles, they’ll also gain a sense of fulfillment and purpose as they strive towards enduring
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