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Recovery from addiction is often portrayed in the media as a lonely, personal journey — yet in the real world, one of the most important tools for maintaining sobriety is a recovery community. Why is that? Well, addiction is indeed isolating, and without connection to...

Did you know that developing a mindfulness practice can be a powerful path forward in addiction recovery? Mindfulness, which means simply paying attention to the present moment without judgment, can be pivotal for those navigating life after an addiction treatment...

Group therapy might not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of addiction recovery, but for many, it becomes the heart of their healing. In a world that often feels isolating, sitting in a circle with others who “get it” can be more powerful than you...

Along the path of addiction recovery, many individuals experience a complex mix of emotions, with shame and guilt being particularly common. So, if you’ve felt either of those difficult emotions while on this journey of transformation and self-discovery, know you’re...

Seeing the warning signs of alcohol addiction in a young adult can be particularly tricky.  Most college-aged individuals have watched this period in their life depicted in the media as a time of increased independence and…increased alcohol consumption. While it...

Have you heard of the lesser-known facet of the addiction recovery journey known as recovery advocacy?  Addiction is often seen as a battle that one fights on their own, but recovery advocacy turns this misconception on its head. By using one’s personal...

Getting sober is one challenge, and staying sober is another.  While both facets of the sobriety journey come with unique difficulties, they also offer incredible rewards as well. When it comes to staying sober, dealing with life’s inevitable twists and turns is...

While mindfulness is typically a word you hear in the health and wellness industries, research now suggests it could be extremely influential in supporting individuals on their road to recovery. The path toward sustained sobriety can be fraught with challenges, but it...

Most people think of an addiction treatment facility as a place to stop using substances — and while that’s an essential part of the journey, true recovery goes deeper. At Zia Recovery Center, we believe recovery is not just about overcoming addiction. It’s about...