An inspirational article written by Foundry Steamboat Wellness and Recovery Coach is published in Steamboat Pilot & Today. This piece celebrates Mental Health Awareness Month, which is the month of May, and provides practical suggestions to support positive mental health. Read the full article here: https://www.steamboatpilot.com/news/sarah-coleman-i-see-you-i-hear-you/
Many people in rural America are on their own when it comes to mental healthcare. Nearly half a million, or 14 percent of, Coloradans are affected by mental health challenges, a 2016 report from the Colorado Health Foundation revealed, and many of them lack access to care. A 2020 report by the Colorado Rural Health […]
My son is an addict. It’s not the first thing you’ll hear me say if you ask me about my kids. Truthfully, I’ve never said it until now. I usually skirt around the subject, saying my oldest son has had some struggles with drugs and alcohol.Not because I am ashamed or embarrassed, but in my […]
We all get resentments toward people around us, and when we do, it can be hard to sit down and have those uncomfortable talks. Looking another person in the eyes and telling them what they are doing is bothering you or admitting that you haven’t been acting in a way you are proud of can […]
Recovery from addiction is complicated. You have to learn new coping skills, make new friends, make lifestyle changes, and other big changes in a relatively short period of time. There are plenty of chances to make mistakes, especially early on. The good news is that these mistakes don’t have to derail your recovery. You can […]
As the chef at The Foundry and someone who has overcome addiction to celebrate four years of sobriety, I have seen why nutrition is such an important topic for those in recovery. When in the throes of addiction, we usually don’t care about the negative effects our substance abuse has on the mind and body. […]
New research has revealed problematic cardiac changes in patients with both cocaine and alcohol use disorders. This raises concerns about the effects of cocaine and alcohol use on the heart, even after treatment and abstinence. “Cocaine use is a well-established cardiovascular risk factor, further enhanced by concurrent alcohol use. However, cardiovascular risk is poorly managed […]
We typically think of grief as the result of losing someone close to us–a relative, a friend, or even a pet. However, grief is really a reaction to any loss and can be part of many of life’s challenges–a breakup or divorce, losing a job or business, losing a house, or even giving up drugs […]
There are many options on the spectrum of care for addiction treatment. For example, on one end, you could attend local 12-Step meetings. They are free, open to everyone, and provide structure and support to people trying to stay sober. However, that level of care isn’t always adequate. Many people, for example, are unable to […]
We live in a culture where drinking is common and sometimes even expected. This can sometimes make it hard to know when our drinking is normal or excessive. We are particularly prone to misjudgment because our ideas about normal drinking are most strongly influenced by our immediate circle of friends and relatives. Unfortunately, this standard […]
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