There are thoughts that pass through our minds almost unnoticed, and then there are thoughts that arrive with such certainty that they immediately feel true. In recovery, these thoughts can become especially powerful because they often show up during moments of stress, craving, conflict, shame, uncertainty or emotional exhaustion. They may sound like: “I am going to fail.” “They are angry with me.” “Nothing is getting better.” “I should be further along by now.” “I cannot cop

Mindfulness is not about stopping thoughts or creating a perfectly calm mind. This blog explores how mindfulness can support recovery by helping people notice thoughts, emotions, cravings and body signals with greater awareness, creating more space between what is happening and how they choose to respond.

Understanding your window of tolerance in recovery can help you recognise when you are becoming activated, overwhelmed or disconnected. Learn to identify your green, amber and red zones and find practical, compassionate ways to return to greater steadiness, connection and choice.

Cravings can feel urgent, convincing and overwhelming — but they are not commands. Learn how mindfulness, curiosity and practical recovery tools can help you understand what a craving is telling you and create more space between urge and action.

Mastering the Art of Stress Management: Healthy Coping Strategies for Overcoming Anxiety in Your Recovery Recovery is a process filled with ups and downs, highs and lows, challenges, and triumphs. As you learn to operate in this new space, you're bound to encounter stress and anxiety along the way. These emotions are your body's natural response to the significant changes you're going through and the challenges you're probably facing. You can learn to understand the sources o

It's been a brutal year for so many people and that's on the back of 2020 which most of us remember as one of the more challenging. And...

I'm one of those people who have long and vocally talked about how I can't meditate. That I am not able to be still and that I can't not...