Mastering Recovery: Practical Strategies for Addiction and Mental Health
The sooner I can adapt myself to life's adversities and learn how to swing with it and ride that wave of life, emotions, urges and everything that goes with that in my recovery, then the better chance I have to live a healthy, balanced, sober life.
Feeling overwhelmed by addiction and mental health challenges? In this episode of the 'Red Roof Recovery Show', hosts Tanya and Lance offer a treasure trove of strategies to help you navigate these tough waters. They dig into cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), revealing how it can reshape your thought patterns and behaviors. But that's just the beginning. The episode also tackles the often overlooked issue of how we define success, urging listeners to look beyond financial and professional achievements.
Instead, they promote self-management and recovery training that avoids harmful labels, focusing on personal growth and resilience. The hosts share insights from Dr. David Burns' book, 'Feeling Great', highlighting his innovative team therapy approach. They emphasize the importance of adapting to life's adversities, learning to ride the emotional waves that come with recovery.
Whether you're battling addiction yourself or supporting someone who is, this episode is packed with practical advice and heartfelt encouragement to help you lead a balanced, sober life.