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Mindfulness, what is it all about?

by Aton Center | May 28, 2018 | mindfulness, positive outcomes, practice

Practicing Mindfulness seems to be all the rave these days, we hear a lot about it and it seems to be everywhere, but why? People have been practicing mindfulness for many years and in recovery it has been a theme since the beginning. We have had slogans...

Affirmations

by Aton Center | Aug 15, 2017 | accomplishments, Emile Coue, goals, positive outcomes

Affirmations are like self-commands that we give ourselves daily. They are assertions that something exists and is true. For an affirmation to work it needs to be in the present tense, positive and specific. The affirmation above is one of my favorite quotes and is...

Happiness

by Aton Center | Jul 8, 2017 | breath, healthy living, positive outcomes, practice, recovery, self care

The field of Positive Psychology has focused on how to increase happiness and well being. In studying “naturally happy” people, researchers have found that these people possess the following characteristics: Optimism, gratitude, service. Positive Psychology...

Positive Visions for the Future

by Aton Center | May 26, 2017 | addiction, Dr.Chad Cox, outcomes, positive outcomes, Psychologist, rehab centers, sobriety, treatment

In working as a Psychologist with the residents at the AToN Center I often see states of despair or hopelessness when residents are considering their futures. Some enter into treatment feeling defeated and beaten down by their addictions and struggle to believe that...

Important Factors When Seeking Treatment for Addiction

by Aton Center | Jul 30, 2016 | holistic healing, Holistic Services, holistic treatment, positive outcomes

An interesting read about what people view as important when seeking treatment in contrast to their opinions after treatment. Family members and individuals seeking treatment are often at a disadvantage when attempting to find treatment programs. Unfortunately the...