Mindful Recovery

"This wise book provides practical exercises that will help us to develop conscious awareness and inner understanding, and the ways and means to free us from unsatisfying habits, addictions, and unconscious behavior patterns. I recommend it highly." --Lama Surya Das, author of the bestselling Awakening the Buddha Within "Anyone interested in finding a kind, spiritual guide to recovery that focuses on flexibility rather than the 'one true way' will benefit from this enjoyable and helpful book." --Maia Szalavitz, coauthor with Joseph Volpicelli, M.D., of Recovery Options: The Complete Guide In Mindful Recovery, you'll discover a fresh and effective method for healing from addiction that can help you handle important challenges, from managing anxiety and resisting cravings to dealing with emotional and physical imbalance. Drawing on both ancient spiritual wisdom and the authors' extensive clinical psychological work with their patients over many years, Mindful Recovery shows you how to use the simple Buddhist practice of mindfulness to be aware of-- and enjoy-- life in the present moment without the need to enhance or avoid experience with addictive behaviors. Mindful Recovery guides you step by step through ten powerful "doorways" to mindful recovery, giving you specific strategies that can help you cultivate a sense of calm awareness and balance in your life. Filled with personal stories of recovery, practical exercises, instructions for meditation, and more, Mindful Recovery accompanies you on a journey of exploration and healing that will help you find the strength and the tools to change, leading you to a fresh new experience of everyday living.

Mindfulness, the quality of attention that combines full awareness with acceptance of each moment, just as it is, is gaining broad acceptance among mental health professionals as an adjunct to treatment. Because at the heart of addiction is the fear of painful emotional states, addicts compulsively seek drugs and alcohol to avoid or escape emotional pain. Mindfulness, on the other hand, helps us develop greater acceptance and ease with life’s challenges, as well as greater self-compassion. Here, Dr. Lawrence Peltz, who has worked as an addiction psychiatrist for nearly three decades, draws from his clinical experience and on the techniques of mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) to explain the fundamental dynamics of addiction and the stages of the recovery process, and also gives us specific mindfulness exercises to support recovery.

How mindfulness can help trauma survivors move to places of healing. Trauma touches every life, but the way that we hold our pain makes a difference. Mindfulness Skills for Trauma and PTSD provides user-friendly descriptions of the many facets of traumatic stress alongside evidence-based strategies to manage trauma symptoms and build new strengths. This book is a valuable resource for trauma survivors, health professionals, researchers, mindfulness practitioners, and others seeking new pathways to recovery and resilience. It is normal to feel anxious or depressed after trauma, and to have upsetting thoughts and memories. Instead of fighting our feelings and blaming ourselves for what are actually common responses to trauma, mindfulness practices can help us tolerate and decrease distress, cultivate kindness towards ourselves and others, make wise choices, navigate attention, improve relationships, and relax—capacities that reduce trauma symptoms and advance our overall well-being. Practicing the small stuff can help us with the big stuff. As we learn to notice our breathing, walking, minor frustrations or daily activities with curiosity and care, we build inner resources to skillfully handle past trauma, as well as current and future challenges. Mindfulness practices can transform self-blame into self-respect and self-compassion. We can also match specific mindfulness skills to particular trauma symptoms. For example, “grounding” with the five senses can help us when we feel overwhelmed or spaced out, and loving-kindness meditation can alleviate self-criticism. With this book, you will explore scientifically supported mindfulness practices, plus “In their own words” sections that illustrate the skills with personal stories demonstrating how mindfulness practices have helped others recover from trauma. “Research highlight” sections showcase fascinating scientific studies that form the basis for the book's approaches. As we practice effective strategies to handle a full range of experiences, we can each find new sources of hope, connection, and peace.

Dual Diagnosis Recovery Workbook :A Holistic Guide to Mental & Substance Recovery In this comprehensive guide, we delve deep into the world of dual diagnosis, offering a holistic approach to healing that addresses both substance use and mental health challenges. With a focus on coping strategies for co-occurring disorders, we explore the transformative power of support groups and how mindfulness and meditation practices can pave the way for true recovery. Discover the art of effective communication in dual diagnosis treatment and learn how it can strengthen your journey. Within these pages, you'll find real-life case studies of individuals who have navigated the same path, stories of resilience that will inspire and guide you. Dive into the world of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and understand how it helps balance emotions and addiction. If you or a loved one are on the road to recovery, "Dual Diagnosis Recovery Workbook " offers the tools and insights you need to embark on a transformative journey of healing and renewal. This book is your guide to understanding the intertwining nature of mental health and addiction and finding the holistic solutions to reclaim your life. Key Highlights of "Dual Diagnosis Recovery Workbook :" Comprehensive Coping Strategies: The book provides a vast array of coping strategies for co-occurring disorders, offering readers practical tools to manage their symptoms and navigate their recovery journey effectively. Value of Support Groups: It emphasizes the importance of support groups in substance and mental health recovery, providing an overview of different types of groups and guidance on how to find the right fit. The Power of Mindfulness and Meditation: The guide includes a detailed exploration of mindfulness and meditation practices, demonstrating how they can aid in healing by fostering a deeper connection with oneself and promoting mental clarity. Enhancing Communication: The book highlights the role of effective communication in dual diagnosis treatment, presenting techniques to improve dialogue between patients, families, and healthcare professionals for better treatment outcomes. Real-Life Case Studies: It features case studies from individuals who have experienced dual diagnosis firsthand, providing real-life examples of the challenges and triumphs encountered during the recovery process. Balancing Emotion and Addiction with DBT: The guide delves into Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), explaining how this therapeutic approach can help balance emotions and manage addiction, making it a valuable resource for those dealing with dual diagnosis. By integrating these key elements, "Dual Diagnosis Recovery Workbook : offers readers a comprehensive, empathetic, and practical roadmap to recovery, making it a must-read for anyone facing the challenge of dual diagnosis. Discover the holistic recovery approach today and start your journey towards healing.

"Mindful Pregnancy: A Holistic Approach to Childbirth" is a heartwarming and comprehensive guide for expectant parents. This book takes you on a transformative journey, embracing the power of mindfulness and holistic practices to create a nurturing and conscious approach to pregnancy and childbirth. In a world where the journey of pregnancy can sometimes feel rushed and medicalized, this book offers an alternative path. It invites you to explore the beauty and wonder of pregnancy through the lens of mindfulness, self-discovery, and deep connection. With gentle guidance, it helps you to prepare not only for the birth of your child but also for the profound emotional and spiritual transformation that parenthood brings. You'll learn how to nurture your body through mindful nutrition and physical activity, manage the emotional challenges of pregnancy with stress-reduction techniques, and create a serene birthing space with the power of aromatherapy and affirmations. The book dives into the stages of labor, mindful birthing environments, and the postpartum period, ensuring that you are well-prepared for every step of this incredible journey. "Mindful Pregnancy" goes beyond the individual experience. It encourages the building of a strong partnership with your partner, helping you communicate and connect on a deeper level. It also explores the powerful bond between you and your unborn child, celebrating the miracle of life. This book is not just a guide; it's an invitation to cultivate a mindful family environment, nurturing your child's development and embracing a holistic approach to family wellness. You'll learn how to integrate mindfulness into your family life, creating a healthy, harmonious dynamic. Your mindful pregnancy journey is a legacy that you can pass on to the next generation, and this book provides insights into how to share your wisdom with your child and advocate for holistic approaches to childbirth within your community. "Mindful Pregnancy: A Holistic Approach to Childbirth" is more than a book; it's a companion on your parenting journey, filled with empathy, wisdom, and a celebration of life's most beautiful moments.

A 2018 Nautilus Award Winner If you're recovering from addiction, The Gift of Recovery offers quick, in-the-moment tips and tricks to help you cope with daily stress and stay firmly on the path to wellness. With this gentle, easy-to-use guide, you’ll learn how to navigate relationships, take time for self-care, and build a mindful, sustainable, and joyful recovery. Deciding to get help for addiction is the first step toward recovery. But addiction recovery doesn’t happen all at once—it’s something that must be worked for, every day. Sometimes, it will be easy. When things are going well, you may not be tempted to give in to your cravings. But when life is stressful, you’ll need strategies to help you cope. Written by the authors of The Mindfulness Workbook for Addiction, this on-the-go mindfulness guide offers fifty-two powerful and effective meditations to help you manage the stress, depression, and strong emotions that can get in the way of a full and lasting recovery. You’ll also find skills based in cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) to help you stay grounded, as well as links to online resources. Deciding to overcome an addiction can feel like leaving a relationship. It’s hard and sometimes lonely—but it is truly an act of courage. This book will help guide you as you continue making courageous steps toward peace, joy, and fulfillment.

Have you ever had a NOW WHAT?! moment in your life or are you experiencing one right now? If so, you are not alone. This heartfelt book includes 30 topics that can resurface during the recovery process from: codependency, facing uncertainty, love addiction, becoming your own healer, understanding anger, to healing shame and guilt, building support, the gifts from sharing personal stories, and much more! This book can be a companion guide to do some journaling and deep reflection, to help heal the root of pain and suffering, and even find honor in your grief. The healing process from addiction is ongoing and involves building consistent habits and rituals that better serve the mind, body, and spirit. This book can be an adjunct to your own recovery process, help build empathy for those who are in active recovery or active addiction, and a reminder that we are all connected universally and sometimes need to pause, reset and recharge. As a clinician, you will find that this self-compassion guide has 30 topics ready for group discussion and a takeaway for group members to build onto their personal recovery plan including relevant, self-reflection questions. If you are looking for organic, long-term healing to move forward to be the best true self you are within, this book offers a ton of compassion, empathy, and hope for your journey! Frances Angeline Rowe has compiled her real life experiences from working in private practice as a licensed clinical addiction specialist, being an adult child of an alcoholic (ACOA), teaching Y12SR recovery yoga, recovering from her own codependency, workaholism, obsessive compulsive behaviors, and more. Her approach to her own recovery has been influenced by yoga, existentialism, mindfulness, and a passion for resiliency and post traumatic growth.

Capitalize on teens’ fascination with technology! Heart Education: Strategies, Lessons, Science, and Technology for Cardiovascular Fitness uses heart monitoring technology to help students learn concepts of cardiovascular fitness in a fun and innovative way. With the benefits of immediate and constant feedback, heart rate monitoring technology provides an engaging way for students to monitor their exercise sessions. Heart Education is based on the author’s principles of Heart Zones Education, a comprehensive cardiovascular fitness program for physical education that examines wellness from the viewpoints of health, fitness, and athletic performance. Designed for students ages 11 to 18, Heart Education incorporates key aspects of the middle school and high school texts of Healthy Hearts in the Zone with the most current information on training and technology. Heart Education’s 10-step program provides a series of modules with lesson plans, making it simple to present and easy to learn. The program gets students using heart monitors from the start, letting them experience the rush of seeing their heart rate display. Students will learn functions of heart monitoring, how to apply them based on individual heart rate data, and how to set realistic physical activity goals. Teachers and students can choose from over 20 health and fitness workouts and apply strategies for athletic performance training using heart zones. Heart Education also tackles emotional fitness with structured plans to reduce stress, build positive connections with others, and contribute to a stable emotional outlook throughout the turbulent adolescent years. Also featured are lessons incorporating heart zones concepts into popular outdoor recreation activities such as adventure racing, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, geocaching, and orienteering. This guidebook features •a lesson plan finder for easy reference to each lesson and its accompanying student materials; •a web resource containing all worksheets, station cards, training logs, and other forms for easy printing; •additional resources including a hardware guide for heart rate monitors, troubleshooting tips, and a series of circuit training stations for reassessment; and •recommended health assessments that support the strategies of the Heart Zone Training (HZT) system. Although some forms of technology may be viewed as contributing to an overall decline in physical activity, heart rate monitoring technology can provide a way to empower students to reach their personal health and fitness goals. Heart Education: Strategies, Lessons, Science, and Technology for Cardiovascular Fitness can help you maximize students’ activity time with appealing, technology-based tools and scientifically sound strategies to positively affect their cardiovascular fitness.