No matter which holidays you celebrate, this time of year reminds us to show our love and appreciation for those we’re close to. Holidays can be a challenging time to get, or remain sober. Why not gift your loved one in recovery with something that will inspire them to stay strong and enjoy a sober […]
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With the holiday season upon us those recovering from drugs and alcohol have a lot to be grateful for. Our recovery alumni often give us positive updates on their newfound happiness after leaving our center. And we love to hear it! One such alumni let us know he was “able to rekindle passions in my
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Becky’s Story Hi, my name is Becky I am an Alumni & Staff Member at Wasatch Crest. For me it all started with casual drinking, partying, and smoking marijuana as a 25-year-old married mother of three. Within five years I would be using IV heroin, cocaine, and meth and would be getting a divorce. Drugs
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Practicing mindfulness sets a stable base to build on during your recovery journey, allows you to accept what is out of control, and make peace with day-to-day experiences. Mindfulness can be practiced anywhere and at any moment in time. Even as you’re reading this now. It does not require equipment, money, or fancy studios. All
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Documentaries are growing in popularity as major streaming services like Netflix and Hulu release new series on well known figures in crime and pop culture. There are a good deal of addiction documentaries on these channels as well and even more produced by individuals sharing their own personal stories of addiction, recovery, its effect on
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Employment can provide a sense of accomplishment and is critical to living drug and alcohol free long-term. When in recovery you want to surround yourself with a positive, healthy, and productive environment. The best workplace for those in recovery provides a routine to follow and room for future growth and advancement. Utah is home to
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6 Mental Health and Wellness Tips We Can Learn from the Experiential Therapy and Rehab Model As an experiential-based rehab, we at Wasatch Crest believe in the power of experiential therapy. To us, the adventure of doing isn’t just about experiencing an activity; it’s about getting the chance to rewrite your story and live your
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Practicing Mindfulness for Long-Term Recovery from Addiction Have you ever driven your car somewhere and, upon arriving, you realize you don’t remember part of the trip? Have you ever snacked on popcorn at a movie theater and were surprised when you reached the bottom of the carton? Living our fast-paced lives, many of us spend
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