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Trudging Along the Road to Happy Destiny with Back2Basics

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"I didn’t realize how much I had lost until I felt how much I’ve gained,” said Brad J, a Back2Basics alumnus. Our journey began in May of 2010. Back2Basics has now completed, and is proudly celebrating, seven years of Sober Living here in Flagstaff. B2B is a six-month adventure recovery program … [Read more...] about Trudging Along the Road to Happy Destiny with Back2Basics

Using Yoga in Recovery Therapy

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Back2Basics offers a holistic and integrative approach to the treatment of addiction and co-occurring issues. By nature, the program is designed to bring participants into the outdoors and learn to be more comfortable in their own skin. We also bring in components of nutrition, fitness and … [Read more...] about Using Yoga in Recovery Therapy

Service to Others Can Contribute to a Lifetime of Happiness

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People across the world engage in altruistic behaviors, ranging from paying for a cup of coffee for a stranger, donating gently used clothing, toys or household items, or volunteering at a local food bank. Engagement in service to others occurs without the expectation of anything in return. However, … [Read more...] about Service to Others Can Contribute to a Lifetime of Happiness

Recreational Marijuana Set to Change the Business Landscape

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Roy DuPrez owns Back2Basics Outdoor Adventures in Flagstaff. The company’s primary focus is helping individuals live meaningful lives free from alcohol and drug addictions. Yet, like 60% of the state’s residents, DuPrez voted for Proposition 207, the measure that legalizes recreational marijuana in … [Read more...] about Recreational Marijuana Set to Change the Business Landscape

Understanding the Importance of Relationships in Recovery

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Life is complex, and as human beings, we rely on others to learn and build our confidence and capacity to cope with changing situations. As a result, it stands to reason that the challenges of life are best faced when we surround ourselves with others who demonstrate healthy behaviors. For the … [Read more...] about Understanding the Importance of Relationships in Recovery

Letters We Will Never Send

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The teddy bear cholla sure sounds cuddly, but don’t let it fool you. The spines on these prolific desert plants are often barbed, like a little fishhook. The cactus itself grows in a collection of smaller pieces. The pieces easily disconnect from the main stem and their needles are designed to catch … [Read more...] about Letters We Will Never Send

Understanding a New-Found Freedom

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The prescriptive use of adventure experiences by health professionals has shown to result in significant improvements in the regulation of emotions and behavior. Numerous studies point to the many benefits of outdoor experiences, including self-disclosure and awareness and enhanced attention span … [Read more...] about Understanding a New-Found Freedom

Having Responsibilities Furthers the Addiction Recovery Process

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In his book, “Boys Adrift,” Dr. Leonard Sax explains that men need to be responsible because if men are not needed, they do not flourish. Furthermore, according to organizational psychologist Benjamin P. Hardy, men actually step down if they are not needed. For example, when expectations are low, … [Read more...] about Having Responsibilities Furthers the Addiction Recovery Process

Engaging in Community Service Aids in Recovery

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In his book, “Boys Adrift,” Dr. Leonard Sax explains men need to be responsible, because if men are not needed, they do not flourish. Furthermore, according to organizational psychologist Benjamin P. Hardy, men actually step down if they are not needed. For example, when expectations are low, you … [Read more...] about Engaging in Community Service Aids in Recovery