June
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Can Music be Therapeutic? Part II - Clients Comments
I am always finding ways to incorporate music into recovery. read more...
Can Music be Therapeutic? Part I - Kelly Kettle
I fell in love with Newport Beach around 15 years ago. I was lying on the beach getting some sun when I looked to the East to see snow capped mountains. Through the years Newport has revealed more and more of why for many it is considered a Mecca to recover in. read more...
Spirituality by Osmosis by Vince Jones
Students who find the path of Living on the Spiritual Basis through the 12- Step process have an advantage, the advantage of clear cut directions. The directions found in the “Big Book" of Alcoholics Anonymous are straight forward and concise. Even so, I have had students relate all kinds of curious interpretations of the process laid out in the Big Book, based on what they heard someone say in an AA meeting. read more...
Medication and Recovery by Steven East
An extremely controversial issue in the recovery community is whether prescribed medication is appropriate. Most individuals will agree that medication that does not produce mind altering effects is beneficial to recovering individuals. On the other hand, individuals that take medication that does produce mind altering effects have been subject to criticism and continue to be stigmatized. read more...
Who We Are Is Why We Serve by Steven East
Who we are revolves around what helping others actually means to us, those being helped, and to the universe as a whole. Willingness of those who serve to constantly evolve beyond their initial expectations of what this process should entail is crucial. This willingness for those who help to become more effective in this endeavor will determine their self-awareness. Curiosity and open mindedness allow us to remain confident that we are all capable of so much more, especially when in the process of helping others. read more...
An Alcoholic Who Recovered - Chris's Story Part 2
My twisted thinking was not to be replaced overnight. In fact I still have some not so good thoughts, but they are getting better. As my Grand Sponsor says,”I can’t think my way into good acting. I have to act my way into good thinking.” read more...
An Alcoholic Who Recovered - Chris's Story Part 1
“That’s right. All I need is my weed, speed and vodka. I don’t need you or anybody. I can do this on my own.” That’s the way I used to think. I didn’t care about anyone and I didn’t care if anyone cared about me. I am a loner. read more...
The REAL Gateway Drug? Marijuana Vs. Cigarettes
For many years now I have heard from people over and over again about how Marijuana was the gateway drug; the start of all their problems and the beginning of their addiction. Many people have told me this usually with a cigarette dangling from their lips. I took an honest look back at my life and I saw things a little different. So for the last few years I have taken little surveys here and there and I may shed a light upon these two evil weeds. read more...
NOW IS YOUR TIME by Vince Jones
“Live, one day at a time.” This simple saying popularized by Alcoholics Anonymous has become part of the daily consciousness, but what does it really mean? read more...
The Benefit of Outdoor Activities During the Treatment Process
There is a weekly fishing excursion that men and women who are in recovery participate in. Recently, staff member Eric V. took some photos and video with his phone that we wanted to share. read more...
