6 Ways to Help
Alleviate Addiction
Meditation
Mindfulness is an important
practice for overcoming addiction. Taking the time to become aware of our body
and mind and self-reflect is important in the process of recovery. Meditation,
whether or not it's just five minutes a day of deep breathing in a quiet place,
can help keep the mind at ease and decrease negative thoughts that could
trigger relapse. Meditation is an easy way to regulate mood and lower stress.
Yoga
Yoga incorporates poses
with deep breathing and meditation. Not only is this practice good for the body
but the mind as well. Yoga promotes well being through poses that are intended
to decrease stress and anxiety. Yoga of Recovery offers retreats and classes
integrated into a 12-step recovery program. Retreats are done all over the
world.
Acupuncture
Acupuncture treatment has
been proven to help addiction. Acupuncture can help reduce stress, anxiety and
depression and increase the release of endorphins, which can help fight
addiction. Treatment has been shown helpful for alcohol, opium, heroin, cocaine
and tobacco dependency.
Gardening Therapy
Gardening therapy can be
used for many reasons to promote mental well being. Gardening can prove to be a
relaxing activity that gives a sense of purpose. Research has shown that
gardening can lower irritation, improve self-esteem, lower anxiety and
depression and improve concentration.
Exercise
Exercise is a must when it
comes to recovering from an addiction. Not only is physical activity great for
the body but for mental health as well. Exercise releases endorphins to fight
cravings as well as lowers anxiety and depression. Adding in just 20 minutes of
some sort of activity whether it is running, swimming or walking can help boost
your mood and help you on the path to recovery.
Animal therapy
Having a pet has been
proven beneficial in many ways for mental health. Studies suggest that those
with an animal companion have lower stress, anxiety, depression and lower blood
pressure. Animal therapy such as riding horses has also been proven effective and
helps recovering addicts focus on caring for someone else.
Bishara Wilson
New York Sports Acupuncture
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