Monday, November 24, 2008

A 'million dollar' question?

I would like to bring up the the issue of 'quality of recovery' ... a seldom discussed issue!
I mostly hear talk in the addictions world of time in recovery.
However, I think that only by looking at the real quality of recovery and life the addict/alcoholic has, can we truly gauge what has/is achieved!

Surely this is a 'million dollar' question that deserves a reply?

Peace,
Brian

innercare.org

Our skills for relapse prevention

Innercare's perspective: In terms of relapse prevention the skills taught in our meditations and art allow a deep inquiry into the person to made as regularly as needed... obviously the more often the better! Thereby allowing any of our clients to continue what has been achieved when they return to their regular lives.

Any thoughts?
Peace,
Brian
Innercare.org

Saturday, November 1, 2008

Art & Soul!

How can art be a key tool in the the 'life and death struggle' for long-term recovery?
In my extensive experience, with assisting alcoholics & addicts in early recovery, it is a profound way to get inside the person... easily. I haven't seen a more useful tool in my 20+ yrs in the addiction world! That being said any top notch therapist ought to be able to 'see' inside the client intuitively or using a spiritual gift.
I know that the art created by recovering persons can become a connecting bridge to the outside world... it can educate those who do not understand the tremendous inner suffering of the addict/alcoholic. I have been privileged to present sideshows to large audiences, and this has always been extremely well received!
Hope this helps!?...blog me or email: info@innercare.org
peace,
Brian