When People Don’t Take Your Addiction Seriously
Taking the initial steps toward treatment is difficult, but it’s even more difficult to go through treatment when everyone around you doesn’t think your addiction is serious. Those with addiction to normalized substances like alcohol and cannabis might struggle to convince others in their life that they have a problem when the drug itself isn’t […]
How Eating Well Helps You Heal From Addiction
Good nutrition plays a big role when healing from addiction. What you put in your body impacts your mood and energy for the day. That’s why Villa Oasis San Diego focuses on high-quality nutrition for our clients. Addiction is hard on your body, so it’s important to be mindful of the foods you eat during […]
September: National Alcohol and Drug Addiction Awareness Month
Addiction is a disease that affects millions of people. Unfortunately, stigma still exists for those who struggle with addiction. September is recognized as National Alcohol and Drug Addiction Month, giving us all a chance to acknowledge the history of addiction, the devastating statistics associated with the disease, and how we can spread awareness about alcohol […]
How to Handle Treatment Without Family Support
Addiction can be difficult on relationships with family members. Oftentimes, a person’s addiction worsens because of toxic family dynamics. It can be hard to manage treatment without a family support system. Some find that their support in the treatment community can help them let go of toxic family relationships. Why Addiction Is a Family Disease […]
Self-Esteem and Addiction
Addiction can have a detrimental effect on a person’s self-esteem. Low self-esteem can fuel addiction and keep a person from seeking help because they feel like they don’t deserve it. An instrumental part of treatment and recovery is learning how to boost your self-esteem and start loving yourself again. Why Addiction Destroyed Your Self-Esteem Substance […]
Why You Should Try Yoga in Treatment
Yoga is one of the many treatment programs we offer at Villa Oasis San Diego. Yoga has many benefits, such as improving circulation, flexibility, and mindfulness. There are many reasons why yoga as a practice can benefit your treatment experience and why you should add it as physical activity during treatment and recovery. What Is […]
Finding the Balance Between Respecting Your Boundaries and Leaving Your Comfort Zone
Those with addiction often struggle to maintain boundaries. Boundaries represent where you feel the safest and most comfortable. In addiction treatment, you might learn about boundary setting, such as knowing how to say “no,” or recognizing your limits. However, in addiction treatment, you’re also taught that sometimes you must leave your comfort zone to evolve. […]
Are Mental Health Issues Always Behind Addiction?
Substance use and poor mental health often go hand in hand. What came first depends on various risk factors, including the person’s environment, genetics, and personal history. Addiction treatment is often structured around the assumption that a person gets help with a mental health disorder. Not everyone struggles with mental health, but it’s familiar. Addiction […]
The Importance of Self-Forgiveness in Addiction Treatment and Recovery
Sometimes when a person is dealing with addiction, they might do things they aren’t proud of or feel ashamed about the addiction itself. This article is about dealing with shame and why forgiving yourself for your past actions can help you in the healing process. Shame Won’t Help You Get Better It’s common for people […]
Aftercare and Your First Steps After Treatment
Even if you’re in early treatment, you might start thinking about your life after you complete treatment. It helps to be prepared for the next steps. This article discusses transitioning from treatment to recovery and starting your sobriety journey. This article will cover aftercare and the first steps after treatment. Thinking About Your Life Direction […]
