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The Science of Habit Formation: How to Replace Addiction with Healthy Rituals
Rewiring the Brain for Recovery in 2026 Addiction is often described as a disease of the brain, but it is also, fundamentally, a disorder of habit. At its core, addiction hijacks the brain’s natural learning system. It turns a behavior (using a substance) into a deeply ingrained, automatic loop that bypasses conscious thought. This is…
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Understanding Your Deductible: A Guide to Using Insurance for Rehab in 2026
Navigating the Financial Side of Recovery with Confidence Entering the new year often brings a renewed focus on health and wellness. For many, 2026 is the year to finally address a substance use disorder or mental health challenge. However, one of the biggest barriers to seeking treatment is the confusion surrounding health insurance. Terms like…
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5 Strategies for Staying Sober on NYE: A Guide to Ringing in 2026 with Clarity
Start Your New Year with Intention, Strength, and Sobriety New Year’s Eve is culturally synonymous with excess. It is a holiday often defined by champagne toasts, crowded parties, and the pressure to have the “best night ever.” For individuals in recovery, however, December 31st can feel less like a celebration and more like a minefield.…
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The Importance of Community During the Holidays and In Recovery
Johann Hari famously said, “The opposite of addiction is not sobriety. The opposite of addiction is connection.” This truth resonates deeply within the recovery community, and never is it more relevant than during the holiday season. While the holidays are marketed as a time of togetherness, for those struggling with substance use or mental health…
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How Gratitude Strengthens Recovery: The Science Behind Thankfulness and Sobriety
In the journey of recovery from a substance use or mental health disorder, “gratitude” can often feel like a worn-out platitude. It’s a word we’re told to feel, a box to check off in a self-help book. But what if gratitude wasn’t just a passive feeling, but an active, clinical tool? What if the simple…
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Navigating the Holiday Season: A Proactive Approach to Relapse Prevention
The holiday season, often portrayed as a time of joy and celebration, can also be one of the most challenging periods for individuals in recovery from a substance use disorder or mental health condition. The combination of family gatherings, heightened emotions, and social pressure creates a perfect storm of triggers. Proactive planning is an essential…
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Why October Is the Right Time to Seek Professional Help
As the air turns crisp and the leaves begin their spectacular transformation, the autumn season often brings a natural inclination toward reflection and renewal. For many, this time of year feels like a “second new year”—a quiet, powerful opportunity to reset and focus on personal well-being. If you or a loved one has been struggling…
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7 Tips for Maintaining Mental Wellness and Sobriety This Fall
There’s a unique magic to the fall season. The air turns crisp, the leaves paint the landscape in brilliant hues of amber and crimson, and there’s a collective shift from the vibrant, outward energy of summer to a cozier, more introspective mood. For those in recovery, this season of transition offers both beautiful opportunities for…
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National Recovery Month: How Communities Can Support Long-Term Recovery
Every September, National Recovery Month serves as a powerful reminder that recovery from mental health and substance use disorders is not just possible—it’s a journey celebrated by millions. This month is a time to honor those who have reclaimed their lives, to share stories of hope, and, most importantly, to galvanize our communities into action.…
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Women’s Equality Day 2025: Creating Safe, Supportive Spaces for Women
Every August 26th, we celebrate Women’s Equality Day, commemorating the certification of the 19th Amendment, which granted women the right to vote. While this day marks a historic victory, it also serves as a powerful reminder of the ongoing fight for true equality in all aspects of life—including access to safe and effective behavioral healthcare.…
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Overdose Awareness Day 2025: A Daily Fight
Every August 31st, communities around the world pause to observe Overdose Awareness Day. It is a day of solemn remembrance for the lives tragically lost and a call to action to break the silence and stigma that surround addiction. This day is a vital moment for our society to reflect, honor, and recommit to the…
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Redefining Recovery: The Imperative of Trauma-Informed Approaches
In the evolving landscape of behavioral healthcare, a profound shift is underway – one that moves beyond merely managing symptoms to addressing the deep-seated roots of suffering. This paradigm is known as trauma-informed care, and at Harmony Health Group, we believe it is not just a best practice, but an imperative for truly effective and…
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Minority Mental Health Awareness: Honoring Voices, Expanding Access, Healing Together
July marks National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, a crucial time dedicated to shedding light on the unique mental health challenges faced by racial and ethnic minority groups in the United States. It’s a period for reflection, education, and advocacy, urging us all to recognize the profound impact of cultural, systemic, and historical factors on…
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Freedom From Anxiety: How to Relieve Anxiety With Holistic Methods
At Harmony Recovery Group, we believe in holistic anxiety relief—treating the underlying causes of anxiety in their physical, emotional, and spiritual underpinnings rather than attempting to play whack-a-mole with anxiety symptoms. The concept of ‘holistic relief’ emphasizes a comprehensive and integrated approach to managing anxiety, focusing on promoting overall well-being and balance. The Harmony Recovery…
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Thriving in Sober Living: Rediscovering Passion and Purpose
For individuals who have completed a detox and residential treatment program, sober living can be a significant intermediate step for those attempting to secure their hard-fought recovery into the long term. Sober living, a sober home or (erroneously) a halfway house, is a supportive and structured living environment designed to assist individuals recovering from substance…
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How To Know If You Are An Alcoholic
Am I an alcoholic? The question predates introducing the term “alcoholic” into the English language. Human beings have been drinking alcohol for thousands of years. And almost assuredly, alcohol addiction is nearly just as old. Alcohol use disorder, or alcoholism, as it’s commonly known, has been with humans nearly as long as anything else. However,…
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Heroin 101: Understanding Withdrawal Symptoms
Heroin is among the most widely abused and addictive substances in 21st-century America. The National Institute on Drug Abuse defines heroin as “an opioid drug made from morphine, a natural substance taken from the seed pod of the various opium poppy plants grown in Southeast and Southwest Asia, Mexico, and Colombia. Heroin can be a…
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Growing Up With a Parent Battling Substance Use Disorder
When it comes to parenting, there’s no one-size-fits all approach – but some aspects of parenting are universal. Take worry, for example. As children grow, a parent’s worries grow as well. Elementary school-level worries about planning playdates and fostering friendships evolve into middle and high school-level worries about more distressing topics like, “Does my child…
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Know the Signs & Symptoms of an Overdose
It’s easy to miss the rolling tragedy of the modern opioid epidemic in this country (and beyond!). According to the CDC, over 100,000 people died in the United States from drug-related overdoses in 2021. Take a moment to appreciate that number. It’s an antiseptic set of digits on the screen, a handful of keystrokes that…
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The Importance of Self-Care in Recovery
In our fast-paced world, self-care often takes a back seat to our often frenetic lives. But prioritizing self-care is not just a luxury – it’s a necessity. But, what is self-care & why is it so important? It involves purposefully taking care of ourselves physically and emotionally, rejuvenating our energy, and reducing stress levels. Self-care…
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