Maintaining long-term health is rarely effortless. Whether you’re managing a medical diagnosis or committing to sobriety, it takes intention, consistency, and emotional energy. In recovery, many people start highly motivated—health...
Choosing sobriety and prioritizing your health is an achievement worth celebrating. Yet, recovery isn’t without its challenges—feelings of loneliness and boredom can easily surface once substances are removed from daily...
Healthcare inequities profoundly impact many people in the LGBTQIA2S+ community (which we’ll collectively refer to in this article as LGBTQ). Persistent stigma, discrimination, and a severe lack of affirming care...
It is easy to get caught up in a lot of details and strategies and suggestions when it comes to your recovery journey. You focus on the details of the...
Many treatment centers, including Ivory Plains, offer alumni programs as an extension of care designed specifically to help former clients navigate life after rehabilitation for alcohol use disorder (AUD) and...
Recovery from substance use disorder (SUD) or alcohol use disorder (AUD) is a courageous and ongoing journey. Although both conditions are treatable, they’re also considered chronic diseases that require dedicated...
Finishing addiction treatment isn’t the end—it’s a powerful beginning. A daily recovery practice provides structure, meaning, and resilience. Instead of relying on willpower alone, this framework gives your mind and...
When it comes to summer fun, the Midwest might not be the first region that comes to mind—but it absolutely should be. The Heartland offers a rich blend of scenic...
Mental and emotional well-being are fundamental aspects of overall health, yet for many members of the LGBTQIA2s+ community (which we’ll collectively refer to in this article as LGBTQ+), there are...
Motivation can be elusive. One day it’s blazing, the next it’s barely a flicker. When our inner drive feels dimmed in the pursuit of healing and personal growth—by stress, setbacks,...
