Getting Rid of the Inner Critic in Addiction
When struggling with substance use disorder or alcoholism, the inner critic deters you from looking at yourself and reality with honesty. The inner critic is
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When struggling with substance use disorder or alcoholism, the inner critic deters you from looking at yourself and reality with honesty. The inner critic is
The sheer number of thoughts someone has in one day is astonishing. But what’s more astonishing are the thoughts we have but don’t pay attention
Mindfulness can play an active role in the recovery process. Breathing exercises and meditation are great coping mechanisms and so is movement such as yoga.
How are mindfulness and addiction treatment related? Can mindfulness in substance abuse treatment really enhance recovery? Continue reading to learn more about Renewal Lodge’s Mindfulness
Addiction recovery is typically not the only issue that people may face; alongside it tends to come with this need to fill a “void” in
The hardest part of recovery is actually recovery. Every step of the way is hard because it is about learning how to navigate the journey
Mindfulness is all about how to tap into the present moment with loved ones. A state of mindfulness can help people become more in tune
When people try to stay sober, they often wonder why people talk about spirituality. The struggle with a concept about a higher power in recovery
Stress management is something people may take for granted they can do on a regular basis. Until it is no longer an option to make
Guided meditation is one way people can experience peace in rehab and recovery. Many people use meditation to cultivate inner peace, awareness, and to quiet
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Dear Renewal Lodge Visitors,
My name is John Bruna, co-founder of the Mindfulness in Recovery® Institute, and more importantly, a grateful member of the recovery community. I am incredibly fortunate to have found my recovery in 1984. Of course, I did not achieve continuous recovery through willpower or my own efforts, but through the guidance and caring support of countless others that selflessly taught me how to live through the 12 Steps.
My journey of recovery brought this once homeless, shame-based, traumatized, insecure young man to a life far beyond anything I could have ever imagined. I discovered self-worth, the joy of helping others, the gifts of parenting and grandparenting, and most importantly the ability to live a meaningful and purposeful life with integrity.
One of the greatest gifts of recovery is that I have the opportunity to give back and help others discover their self-worth, dignity, and the skills to fully live lives that they find truly meaningful. This is the inspiration for developing the skills of Mindfulness in Recovery® (MIR) to meet the needs of new generations struggling with alcohol and other substance use disorders. MIR is a set of evidence-based skills designed to help people fully integrate their tools of recovery in ways that are personalized, practical, and in alignment with their deepest values.
While we train counselors and therapists throughout the United States and abroad, I personally have chosen to work directly with the amazing team and clients at Renewal Lodge to develop the model MIR 12-step program for the nation. I choose Renewal Lodge because of the vision of its mission and the dedication of its team. Renewal Lodge is an extremely rare environment in which the staff embodies the very mindfulness and 12-step practices and skills they offer their clients. The results have been beyond my expectations. It is an honor to be here and I treasure my personal time with every client I meet.
With Gratitude,