Fast Food and the Crash

A steady diet of high-fat/simple carb fast foods is damaging to body, mind and soul. Human evolution did not anticipate deep-fried potato pieces! – likewise cookies, candy, chips, ice cream and soda. Calories not burned as fuel and not eliminated are stored as...

Diet

Does what you eat influence how you think? Absolutely! A diet heavy in simple carbs  – sweets including sodas, cookies, candy – and saturated fats, which include processed meats, French fries and ice cream, will negatively impact brain function – and...

Leisure

Down-time is tricky for those in recovery. That old saw, “An idle mind is the devil’s workshop” is especially applicable to those in recovery. There is, however, a difference between “idle” and “resting.” During periods of down-time, it will soon become apparent that...

Sunlight

Something as simple as sunlight can pay big dividends. Don’t look at the sun, of course – but stepping outside periodically for a bit of sunlight on your face and skin can boost mood and outlook. I like to sit on the back porch (where I’m writing this now!) with...

Community

A strong sense of connection to others, especially SOBER others, is an enormous advantage to those in recovery. Human connections comfort, inform and empower. This is especially important when the task at hand is difficult, requires sustained and focused effort,...