Category: McCall Insights

  • Seasonal Affective Disorder Can Impact People in Recovery

    Seasonal Affective Disorder Can Impact People in Recovery

    Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a temporary period of depression during certain times of the year. Many people face SAD in late fall and winter due to fewer daylight hours, inclement weather, and freezing temperatures.

  • Embracing a New Year

    Embracing a New Year

    As 2025 begins, learn to embrace change and focus on what you can control to navigate the year ahead with confidence.

  • Light Up The Holidays – From Within

    Light Up The Holidays – From Within

    A Message from Maria Coutant Skinner, President & CEO – The darkness comes in many forms, large and small. How we treat the Starbucks barista, the stranger in the parking lot, our children, and our spouses – are all subject to the expressions of our internal light/ darkness ratio. It’s easy to share light when…

  • Supporting Loved Ones in Recovery During the Holiday Season

    Supporting Loved Ones in Recovery During the Holiday Season

    The holidays can be a challenging time for individuals in recovery and their loved ones, but with thoughtfulness and care, it can also be an opportunity to strengthen connections and create new, meaningful traditions. Here are some ideas to help you support your loved ones in recovery this season.

  • The Dichotomy Of The Holidays

    The Dichotomy Of The Holidays

    The holiday season is upon us. For many, it’s a time of joy and togetherness. For some, it can be a time that brings feelings of grief or loneliness. The season can also exacerbate challenges involving health, relationships, and finances, just as examples.

  • Staff Standouts Recognized At Annual Board Meeting Breakfast

    Staff Standouts Recognized At Annual Board Meeting Breakfast

    As we navigate the ups and downs of our daily lives, it’s important to pause and reflect on the positive aspects that surround us. Cultivating gratitude is an essential practice that can enhance our overall well-being and improve our relationships.

  • Cultivating Gratitude

    Cultivating Gratitude

    As we navigate the ups and downs of our daily lives, it’s important to pause and reflect on the positive aspects that surround us. Cultivating gratitude is an essential practice that can enhance our overall well-being and improve our relationships.

  • Embracing Change: A Path to Growth

    Embracing Change: A Path to Growth

    As the leaves change and the crisp air of autumn settles in, we’re reminded of the natural cycle of change around us. For many, the shifting seasons mirror the transitions we face in life – some welcome, others challenging.

  • Finding Peace Amid the Politics

    Finding Peace Amid the Politics

    A Message from Maria Coutant Skinner, President & CEO – With the election upon us, there is an increasing anxiety building…I am hoping that we are guided by choices in our voting and beyond that will stitch together our world in unity, compassion and inspiration for each of us to regard one another with our…

  • Domestic Violence Awareness Month

    Domestic Violence Awareness Month

    October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Family Recovery Coach Alicia Peterson, RSS, writes about the correlation between substance use disorder and domestic violence (DV).

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