Hi families, this week the B2B family went to Joshua Tree National Park. The drive was 6 hours from flag to Joshua Tree, filled with laughter, munchies, and just a jolly time to pass the minutes. Upon arrival in the park we based camped 4 days out of the trip, and the...
Written by: Roy DuPrez, CEO & Founder, Back2Basics Simply put, mindfulness is the practice of being fully present. In our day of technical addiction and multitasking, this is actually more challenging than ever before, which is probably why mindfulness is becoming...
Written by: Natalie Randolph, DBH, LMSW- Back2Basics We are now a month into 2019 and many have contemplated making changes as a component of a new year’s resolution. Identified changes may be orchestrated to become healthier by increasing physical activities or an...
When you love an addict, it is a painful and confusing journey. The effects of addiction are like a stone being thrown into a pond. There seems to be no ending to the spillover of pain, drama, intensity and insanity. The whole family system is imprinted, and we all...
What happens when the provider, the caregiver, starts to burn out? Science reveals that we experience a change biochemically when we have taken on too much. Compassion fatigue creates a whole host of symptoms, including irritability, impatience, exhaustion,...
On this outdoor trip/adventure, I learned a great deal about myself. I had one of the best days since I’ve been here and couldn’t point to exactly why. I had a tough day the following day and I felt frustrated. I realized the role that my attitude and mindset play...
