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Recommended healing & self-care support groups

HEALTHY SELF & HEALING SUPPORT

'Shine Our Light' ~ 12 Steps to Healing Support Group

*A Journey to Personal Growth & Renewal* "Many of us find ourselves using unhealthy coping mechanisms that adversely affect our health & can disrupt relationships. As we share our struggles, we empower each other through inspiration, supporting each other as we learn and grow together. By living in grace, we can embrace self-love, self-compassion, and self-acceptance. We can release the strife of 'surviving' ... we can embrace our power to THRIVE!"

www.facebook.com/groups/shineourlighthealingcommunity/

https://gforcefit4life.com/shine-our-light-healing

G FORCE Fit4Life Health & Wellness Community

"A healthy living community offering support and motivation to help each other live healthier happier lives! Together we promote healthy eating, staying active, and creating BALANCE..body, mind, soul, & spirit..to help us embrace the power to THRIVE!"

https://www.facebook.com/groups/GFORCEFit4LifeLivingWellCommunity

G FORCE Fit4Life - Body Mind Soul Spirit (FB Page)

https://www.facebook.com/GFORCErscreateCHANGE/

The Healing Nest Within (FB Page)

"A life journey continues to be a 'roller coaster' adventure, filled with struggles & strife, yet so many lessons learned along the way. As we learn, we grow. We awaken to embrace our healing as the purpose of life and that all that we are meant to be is who we already are ... just waiting to be found beyond the the darkest shadows of our pain...patiently waiting WITHIN."

https://www.facebook.com/thehealingnestwithin

Circle K Ranch Connections (FB Page)

"To provide hope to children and families in need, helping them to thrive in life by providing positive experiences in an authentic ranch environment"

https://www.facebook.com/Circle-K-Ranch-Connections-101021225404864

The Assertive Woman

"This is a community of assertive woman to help support and uplift one another to encourage each other to communicate in clear, honest, direct, respectful ways, prioritize strong self care, identify toxic relationships, and set boundaries in their personal relationships."

www.facebook.com/groups/theassertivewomancommunity

https://theassertivewoman.com/

Self-Care Society ~ 'Find Your Ritual. Find Yourself'

"The fitness membership for your spirit and soul. 30-minute self-care classes, community, and tools to upgrade your daily routine - YouYear is a yearlong personal expansion program, lovingly crafted with your busy schedule in mind. Prepare for the new year with a runway of workshops to help you set goals, build systems to support them, and train your brain to stay accountable on a deeper level. At the start of each month, live monthly planning sessions support consistency and success, and our optional Self-Care Society classes provide the space to take your big dreams into a daily practice all year long."

https://myselfcaresociety.com/

Recommended courses / workshops / authors

Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC) Course

"Mindfulness is the first step in emotional healing—being able to turn toward and acknowledge our difficult thoughts and feelings (such as inadequacy, sadness, anger, confusion) with a spirit of openness and curiosity. Self-compassion involves responding to these difficult thoughts and feelings with kindness, sympathy and understanding so that we soothe and comfort ourselves when we’re hurting. Research has shown that self-compassion greatly enhances emotional wellbeing. It boosts happiness, reduces anxiety and depression, and can even help maintain healthy lifestyle habits such as diet and exercise. Being both mindful and compassionate leads to greater ease and well-being in our daily lives."

For More Information: https://centerformsc.org/about-us-2/

Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) Course

"[Our MBSR course] involves cultivating a different relationship between you and the things that challenge you in your life, and relies completely upon the tools you already have. Specifically, mindfulness helps you access the ability to be non-judgmental, compassionate, patient, present and aware. You wouldn’t have come this far if these qualities did not exist in you somewhere. "

For More Information: https://medschool.ucsd.edu/som/fmph/research/mindfulness/programs/mindfulness-programs/MBSR-programs/Pages/default.aspx

Compassionate Inquiry Self-Study Course

"Using Compassionate Inquiry, you will be able to unveil the level of consciousness, mental climate, hidden assumptions, implicit memories and body states that form the real messages that words both express and conceal."

For More Information: https://compassionateinquiry.com/short-course/

Science and Nonduality (SAND)

"The mission of Science and Nonduality (SAND) is to forge a new paradigm in spirituality, one that is not dictated by religious dogma, but that is rather based on timeless wisdom traditions of the world, informed by cutting-edge science, and grounded in direct experience."

For More Information: https://www.scienceandnonduality.com/

Wayne Dyer
Eckhart Tolle
Brene Brown
Louise Hay
John Gottman
Dr. Jenn Mann
Peter Levine
Gabor Mate
Thomas Hubl

Recommended recovery programs

Addiction Guide

"Everyone’s recovery journey is unique, and many of our team members understand that firsthand. Our goal is to present you with the best information available to help you get the addiction treatment that’s right for you and your individual needs."

For more information ~ https://www.addictionguide.com/about-us/

Addiction Center

"There are a wide variety of addictive substances that exist, but the most common types are classified under six main categories: alcohol, benzodiazepines, illicit drugs, opiates, sleeping pills and stimulants. Drug addiction, or substance use disorder (SUD), affects millions of people in the United States each year. Understanding the causes and consequences of the cycle of addiction is the first step toward recovery. "

For more information ~ https://www.addictioncenter.com/

AlcoholHelp

"Experience life without alcohol addiction. Now is the time to change your life. Browse resources and get connected to treatment that is right for you."

For more information ~ https://www.alcoholhelp.com/

Online Intergroup of Alcoholics Anonymous

"The Online Intergroup aids its member groups in their common purpose of carrying the AA message to the alcoholic who still suffers. "

For more information ~ https://aa-intergroup.org/

Alcohol Rehab Guide

"ARG is dedicated to helping people overcome alcoholism and achieve long-term sobriety. Our team is made up of individuals who have personal experience with alcohol addiction, and understand the importance of delivering top-notch resources and information. That was our inspiration. ARG aims to educate people on the dangers of alcohol addiction and guide them or their loved one into a treatment program. The ARG team strives to raise awareness about those most susceptible to alcohol abuse: adolescents, college students, adults, individuals with mental health disorders and veterans. Roughly 240 million people around the globe are dependent on alcohol. Our goal is to help reduce the number of individuals affected by the dangers of alcohol abuse."

For more information ~ https://www.alcoholrehabguide.org/

REHABSPOT

"No matter what addiction you are struggling with, there is a treatment program out there for you."

For more information ~ https://www.rehabspot.com/treatment/

Granite Recovery Centers

"One of the dangerous forms of alcohol use is binge drinking, which is drinking a large amount in a brief period. If a person makes this a habit, this pattern of abuse can eventually result in a serious addiction."

For more information ~ https://www.graniterecoverycenters.com/alcohol-abuse/binge-drinking/

Addiction Group

"Relapse is when someone begins using a substance again, after a period of sobriety. A trigger is something that causes a person to start using again. Because everyday life contains many triggers, relapse is not uncommon among people trying to get over their disorder. Relapse prevention is an umbrella term that refers to strategies that help reduce the likelihood and severity of relapse when someone is trying to remain sober. "

For more information ~ https://www.addictiongroup.org/treatment/options/relapse-prevention/

Eating Disorder Recovery - Drugrehab.com by Advanced Recovery Systems

"Eating disorders such as anorexia and bulimia affect millions of people in the United States. From young children to senior citizens, people of all backgrounds can develop these mental illnesses. But research shows that psychotherapy approaches can be effective in helping people identify, understand and overcome eating disorders. "

For more information ~ https://www.drugrehab.com/co-occurring-disorder/eating-disorders/

The Recovery Village - Ridgefield

"Effective addiction treatment comes in many forms, usually pulling methods from a range of disciplines. Medication, therapy, and other traditional paths can be very useful and can contribute to a successful recovery. One of the less traditional options is the practice of yoga."

For more information ~ https://www.ridgefieldrecovery.com/treatments/related/how-yoga-helps-recovery/

Self-Help Groups For Shopping Addiction

"Looking for a self-help group for shopping addiction? Surrounding yourself with a community of people who have shared the same or similar experiences can be extremely helpful. Like most problems in life, it can help to talk to others who know exactly what you’re dealing with because they’ve been there, too. "

For more information ~ https://www.verywellmind.com/self-help-groups-for-shopping-addiction-22351

Recommended Bible studies

What Love Is ... Kelly Minter - "The Letters of 1, 2, 3 John"
I'm Waiting,God ... Barb Roose - "Finding Blessing In God's Delays"
Surrendered ... Barb Roos - "Letting Go & Living Like Jesus"
All Things New ... Kelly Minter - "A Study On 2 Corinthians"
Discerning The Voice Of God ... Priscilla Shirer - "How to recognize when God speaks"
Living Free ... Beth Moore - "Learning to pray God's Word"
Sermon On The Mount ... Jen Wilkin
Jesus Calling 'Trusting In Christ' ... Sarah Young
Jesus Calling 'Following God's Direction' ... Sarah Young
Jesus Calling 'Experiencing God's Presence' ... Sarah Young

Recommended healing support websites

Mesothelioma Hub 'Find Your Hope'

"Patients who are diagnosed with mesothelioma may develop various physical complications as a result of their symptoms and treatment. These physical changes could further lead to mental and emotional strain on the patient, their caregiver, family, or close friends. When someone discovers they have cancer, it can put a lot of stress on them. Besides that, finding out your loved one has an illness can be difficult for those who spend a lot of time with the patient. Some of the most common conditions that may arise include anxiety and depression. Learn how to recognize symptoms of a person struggling with their mental health, and what to do about it."

For more information ~ https://www.mesotheliomahub.com/mesothelioma/complications/mental-effects/

Birth Injury Justice Center

"A birth injury describes any type of harm that a baby suffers during, before, or shortly after delivery.

Many babies suffer from minor injuries during the delivery process. Most of these injuries do not need to be treated and often heal by themselves. However, some injuries have no cure — meaning your child may have a disability for the rest of their life. -- Support groups are a way for children with birth injuries to discuss their personal experiences and emotions in a judgement free environment. The emotional support of a group can also be tremendously uplifting for parents and caregivers of children suffering from birth injuries. Support groups are effective because they can bridge the gap between medical professionals and friends and family. "

For more information ~ https://www.childbirthinjuries.com/