The Mandala Room

Exploring AI in Addiction Therapy at Fellowship House

Introduction At Fellowship House, we are stepping into the future with AI, recognizing its potential to transform addiction therapy. Through

Atticus, True Slavery

Introduction: The Concept of “Addict” as Enslavement The word “addict” finds its origins in the Latin term addictus, which means “to be bound”

Making Amends: The Path to True Healing

At many meetings, you may hear the phrase, "We will be amazed before we are halfway through." But halfway through what? This line points

Anxiety and Its Origins: Tracing Heat, Pressure, and Civilization

If we want to get to the core of anxiety, tracing it back to its first principles of existence, we might start with the delta symbol. In chemistry,

Real Substance Use Disorder Prevention: Early Intervention at Its Core

When discussing substance use disorder (SUD), prevention is often seen through the lens of programs, campaigns, or general advice about avoiding drugs

Step Eleven: Cultivating Presence Through Daily Meditation

From an early age, I was drawn to the idea of meditation. Characters like Caine from Kung Fu or mystics in films seemed to possess a secret

Overcoming Procrastination: Finding Purpose Beyond Delay

Procrastination is more than just putting off tasks; it's an emotional regulation issue that significantly impacts our performance, well-being, and

Recovery, Democracy and the Impact of AI on Our Communities

In our evolving world, democracy and recovery communities are not immune to the seismic shifts brought on by AI and technology. As we navigate through

Revisiting Rat Park: Understanding Addiction Beyond the Myths

Introduction In 2016, Johan Hari delivered a groundbreaking TED talk that challenged the conventional wisdom about addiction. He revisited the

Navigating Grief and Maintaining Recovery: Finding Meaning Amidst Loss

Introduction: Varanasi and Grief Through History Varanasi, one of the oldest living cities in the world, has a profound relationship with griefand