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Mindful Recovery, Chico Ca Explore your recovery from alcohol and drug addiction through the lens of mindfulness and meditation

Angela was found living at the Walmart with her siblings, and was previously feral. After being worked with for 8 weeks ...
11/09/2023

Angela was found living at the Walmart with her siblings, and was previously feral. After being worked with for 8 weeks she is almost ready for her forever home!

She is approximately 16 weeks old, vaccinated, flea treated and dewormed, and will be spayed mid September.

She seems to be very independent, but loves treats and is beginning to love scritches and pets. Her coat is extremely soft, and her coloring is unique (white Siamese like coloring with stripes!) Her purr is very subdued, but you can tell she is desperate for loves. She will just need extra time and patience.

If you are interested in adopting Angela please message me! I and willing to travel within the US to get them to their homes!

Because she is my least socialized baby, she may need more 1x1 time with me before she is ready. But she will be worth the wait!

Toby was previously feral living at the Walmart with his siblings. After being worked with daily, he has become such a c...
11/09/2023

Toby was previously feral living at the Walmart with his siblings. After being worked with daily, he has become such a cuddle-bug! He demands belly rubs, treats and play time.

Toby is approximately 16 weeks old, he has been vaccinated, de-wormed, flea treated and will be neutered mid-September.

Orange cats are known for their silly behavior, and Toby is no exception!

If you’re interested in adopting Toby please send me a message!

The Beatles had it right, “Let it Be”When we use the term “let go” it can add in an unnecessary sense of control, contro...
20/04/2021

The Beatles had it right, “Let it Be”
When we use the term “let go” it can add in an unnecessary sense of control, control that we don’t actually have.
How many times have you been told to just “let go”? Well sometimes that just isn’t an option, or just isn’t possible!
We mostly have so little control over the mind, when we stop battling with it, or stop trying to force it to bend to our will, that’s when the magic happens!
This can apply to so many mind states, but since this IG account is about recovery, let’s talk about cravings.
Cravings can be so insidious. They sneak up seemingly out of nowhere and completely grip the mind with obsession.
If we bring an attitude of “let it be”, without engaging, and without perpetuating the thoughts, the thoughts of using may actually quiet down and disappear.
How do we actually do this? Engage the rational part of your brain by saying, “this is craving”, “these are thoughts of using” and let them be!!!
If you are in early recovery, and don’t have much experience with training the mind, and the thoughts are too overwhelming, please talk to someone. Your thoughts have less power over you when you speak them out loud!
Please comment below ⬇️ about your experience with “let go” vs “let be” and how changing your relationship to your thoughts in this way has supported your recovery!

05/04/2021

Just a reminder that my six week course on mindfulness starts a week from tomorrow! *Link in bio or message me to find out more!!

02/04/2021

As promised, here’s the guided meditation on perception! If you haven’t watched my previous video that talks about this please do so before you meditate with me 🧘🏻‍♀️Enjoy!!

In preparation for my upcoming video post that will focus on a concept called ‘feeling tone’, I wonder what you think of...
22/03/2021

In preparation for my upcoming video post that will focus on a concept called ‘feeling tone’, I wonder what you think of this quote from Shakespeare...?

Do you agree that it is only our thoughts that make something ‘good’ or ‘bad’? Or are things inherently this way?

This is a concept that mindfulness can help us to begin to investigate...is the sound of the garbage truck inherently annoying? What about the sound of birds chirping?

Here’s a good example: my partner tends to put the silverware away, in a way that I believe is wrong, the handles should all be facing the same way! 😜 Is it inherently bad or wrong to put them away like that? Or is it my perception that causes me to feel frustrated when I open the silverware drawer? As an addict, I need to constantly be aware of my need to control my environment, and continually let it go! Otherwise I would be unhappy most of the time. Mindfulness helps me to see these tendencies very clearly.

We tend to add our beliefs, perceptions and conditioning to circumstances without even a second thought, and it often causes us pain, discomfort or irritation.

I encourage you to explore this concept, and find out for yourself!! Please comment below on your thoughts!! ⬇️

Interested in finding out more about mindfulness? I have a six-week course on mindfulness for those in recovery from addiction that starts April 13th! If you live in or near Chico, this course will be held in person! *Link in Bio*

Are you interested in learning more about mindfulness and meditation and how it can support your recovery from addiction...
11/03/2021

Are you interested in learning more about mindfulness and meditation and how it can support your recovery from addiction?

This six-week course on mindfulness will explore and introduce you to concepts and practices that can support your on-going recovery!

The recent explosion of research on mindfulness has shown that it can:

•reduce anxiety
•reduce cravings
•increase feelings of happiness and well-being
•and reduce the likelihood of relapse!

50% of the proceeds will be donated to Skyway House, a non-profit serving the community by offering services for those who are in need of drug and alcohol treatment.

Scholarships available! No one will be turned away for lack of funds!

Madeline is a Substance Abuse Counselor at Skyway House Outpatient Services, where she weaves her knowledge of mindfulness and other awareness practices into her role as a counselor. Madeline is also a Registered Yoga Teacher and a mindfulness teacher-in-training, through the Mindfulness Training Institute, accredited by the Mindfulness Teachers Association. This course will serve as the practicum for her teacher-training, and is therefore offered at a low cost.

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