“…people die in recovery again and again because the identity was more important to them than the act of recovery was. In our addiction we were always apart from, in recovery we become a part of. That simple metamorphosis goes farther than most things in recovery towards being successful in
The fear of recovery being greater than the pain of addiction. This is a very real problem in recovery. Many clients arrive here at Top of the World Ranch desperately wanting recovery. Most of them come here thinking that they will leave our facility with recovery in tow. Their addiction has
After watching Intervention Canada, we want to consider what addiction looks like from the inside. Why can’t an addicted person just simply stop using? I am honoured to be part of the incredible team of compassionate, knowledgeable and skilled people who work at Top of the World Ranch Treatment Centre.
What Is the Difference Between Being Sober and Being in Recovery ? I work at an addiction treatment centre, often referred to as “rehab.” Every day I speak with people who are either considering treatment for themselves, a friend or loved one. I often talk about “recovery” and a question
If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction or a mental health disorder, recovery is a really important concept. Simply put, “recovery” is a term that is used to describe a way of living life after making a decision to overcome and manage an addiction. Someone who is
One of the more challenging aspects of addiction is the addicted persons perceived understanding of how others perceive them. Shame often accompanies addiction…maybe more than often. The question, why don’t you just stop? Demonstrates to the addicted person that clearly there is a gap in the understanding of what
Top of the World Ranch is pleased to announce that our Transitional Living Program (TLP) is now open! What Is A Transitional Living Program? Wait, let’s back up for a moment. What Is Recovery? Recovery is a life-long journey that requires daily focus. Recovery is not something you complete. Sobriety is something
Dear Addict, YOUR recovery, YOUR journey, YOUR life, YOUR YOUR YOUR! Why do you keep hearing that word? You are finally ready to receive help now, (and goodness knows that was a long, hard journey in itself) so why, after all you have been through, are you still being given
Written by Merv Malish Recovery from addiction involves the process of creating a personal bridge from conscious separation to conscious connection with one’s true spiritual nature (higher power). Following the acceptance of powerlessness over addiction, one begins a recovery journey down a new pathway. Driven by a growing spiritual thirst,
By Joanna Copeland What is spirituality and why is it part of recovery? A couple of years ago a client described his alcoholism as a “soul hole.” This term has stayed with me because it is so reflective of the lives of people struggling with addiction. Addiction is not only