relaxation

Triggers

Posted on January 28, 2018

in addiction, Dr. Cannon, relaxation, sobriety, substance abuse, triggers

One topic that we address consistently is how to manage triggers. I also see many of the AToN principles incorporated into the following steps. I hope this can help someone in a pinch! How to Deal with Triggers: Stop, breathe, calm yourself. Think about what just happened. ....

Post Acute Withdrawal Syndrome

Posted on November 27, 2017

in addiction, balance, Balanced Living, exercise, healthy recovery, mindfullness, nutrition, P.A.W.S., recovery, relaxation, spirituality, substance abuse, substance misuse, withdrawal, withdrawal symptoms

by Aton Center

When residents enter into treatment, often they fear the physical withdrawal symptoms and forget about the emotional and psychological withdrawal symptoms that can make long-term sobriety so difficult. These emotional and psychological symptoms comprise the second stage of withdrawal, called “Post Acute Withdrawal Syndrome” or P.A.W.S....

The Basics of Early Recovery and Self Care

Posted on August 26, 2017

in addiction, Alcohol, AToN Center, drugs, life skills, recovery, relaxation, self care

by Aton Center

In conducting therapy with clients at the AToN Center I often see many highly functioning people with multiple responsibilities who are sustaining their complex lifestyles, often temporally, with drugs and alcohol. I often recommend that people get back to the basics. This can include eating...

Relax

Posted on June 19, 2017

in AToN Center, cravings, mindfullness, Mindfullness Based Relapse Prevention, recovery, Relapse Prevention, relaxation, Stress reduction

by Aton Center

Why is relaxation so important for those in recovery from addiction? There are many benefits from practicing relaxation in recovery including stress reduction, physical relief, quieting the mind, and connecting within. All will help with relapse prevention. Many individuals use substances to...

Benefits of Meditation in Recovery

Posted on February 9, 2017

in Dr Cassandra Cannon, Mayo Clinic, meditation, relaxation, Stress reduction

by Aton Center

At AToN Center, we strive to educate our residents on how to balance the mind, body and spirit. One important tool that many of our residents utilize is meditation. Meditation has been practiced for thousands of years, and for good reason! It can help with...

Stress Awareness Month

Posted on April 10, 2014

in AToN Center, Dr Cassandra Cannon, Eliminate Stress, relaxation, spiritual health, stress awareness month, Stress reduction

by Aton Center

April is Stress Awareness Month! Unfortunately, we all have stress in our lives. Some stress we are able to eliminate. When are are not able to eliminate stress, it is important to take good care of our emotional, spiritual and physical health. Below are some tips...