3 Tips to Celebrate the Women in Your Life
Celebrate the women in your life What have you done to celebrate the women in your life? Women’s History Month is ending. During this month many organizations and people focus on historical women. However, it’s also important to celebrate the women in your life that you know
National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week
What is National Drug and Alcohol Facts Weeks? In 2023, National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week (NDAFW) is March 20-26. This week is meant to inspire conversation about the science of substances and substance use disorders among youth. It gives an opportunity for scientists, student
Benefits to Treating Tobacco Use With Substance Use
Why quit smoking at the same time? It can be difficult to quit smoking or even to think about it. But tobacco use in the US has drastically fallen in the past few decades. However, tobacco use rates among those with substance use disorders remain very high. For example, over 60%
Tips to Be More Active
Be more active Although winter weather is still here, there are many ways to be more active and to become even healthier; both physically and mentally. With that comes improved focus, better sleep, and it simply helps you be happier. Pick a fun activity Pick an outdoor activity a
Celebrate Women Providing Hope, Help and Healing
Celebrate women in March Every March is Women’s History Month. It’s a time to celebrate women and honor the contributions they have given to our culture, society, and history. It took many years from the first Women’s History Week in 1978 in California to become a month
Tips for Better Self-Awareness
Better self-awareness can help happiness and self-esteem During times of heightened emotions, a healthy debate can spark rage, leading to insults that have nothing to do with the original subject. Although it is possible for two people with differing opinions to have a healthy di
Black and in Recovery
Honoring those that are Black and in recovery Many individuals are Black and in recovery that you may not know about. As we continue celebrating and honoring Black individuals’ achievements this February it’s important to celebrate those that are black and in recovery. Wh
Tips for Better Self-Esteem
Better self-esteem is in your hands Confidence and security naturally help with better self-esteem. However, it can feel as though everyone is surrounded by the portrayal of perfection. Which can make it hard to feel content with our own lives. Low self-esteem can compound severa
Tips to Celebrate Valentine’s Day In Recovery
Celebrate Valentine’s Day in recovery In recovery, it can seem challenging to celebrate Valentine’s Day without alcohol. Many people, and the media associate any celebration, but especially Valentine’s Day with champagne or wine. That alone can be a trigger, so it’s impor
North Sound MAT (Medication Assisted Treatment) Has Four Locations
Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) in the North Sound Medication Assisted Treatment can be the first step toward day one of recovery. The need for substance use and alcohol use disorder treatment continues to rise throughout the United States. In addition, Synthetic opioids are
