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Meditation for addiction recovery

Before someone begins their journey towards recovery, they are in a dangerous reward-seeking cycle. They use opiates or other substances for the high they provide. When the high wears off, they need to use again. Living life at the baseline becomes intolerable, routine, and, in the case of withdrawal, terribly discomforting<br>visit us for more info:https://www.recoveryconnection.com/meditation-for-addiction-recovery/

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Meditation for addiction recovery

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  1. MEDITATION FOR ADDICTION RECOVERY Before someone begins their journey towards recovery, they are in a dangerous reward-seeking cycle. They use opiates or other substances for the high they provide. When the high wears off, they need to use again. Living life at the baseline becomes intolerable, routine, and, in the case of withdrawal, terribly discomforting

  2. WHAT IS MEDITATION? Meditation is an ancient practice that involves focusing fully on the here and now, a condition known as mindfulness. During meditation, individuals direct their attention to their breath, different parts of their bodies, or certain words or phrases. Many people dismiss meditation, thinking it’s a new-age practice that’s full of fluff, but the science behind meditation is real.

  3. MEDITATION FOR ADDICTION RECOVERY Meditation can serve as a safe, natural, and completely acceptable replacement to the high achieved with substance use. During meditation, the prefrontal cortex of the brain is activated, which promotes the release of feel-good chemicals called endorphins. Meditation also helps regulate brain chemicals called neurotransmitters, so that a person feels more upbeat, positive, and relaxed.

  4. HOW TO MEDITATE IN EARLY RECOVERY To start, individuals might try sitting silently and focusing on the breath for about 5 minutes. As a person develops the ability, they might increase the time to 10, then 20 minutes. Meditation for addiction recovery can be a wonderful addition to a someone’s coping toolbox. It allows them to expand on the skills and strategies learned in early recovery. Contact us to learn now about holistic rehab strategies.

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