Welcome to PERMA Plus Recovery! Congratulations on taking this courageous step towards a healthier, more fulfilling life.
Embracing Positive Psychology for Lasting Recovery
This website is your one-stop shop for building a more satisfying life, using the principles of Positive Psychology as our foundation. Positive Psychology shifts the focus from what's wrong to what's strong, emphasizing human strengths, well-being, and flourishing. It’s about building a life worth living, rather than just managing problems.
Many traditional approaches to challenges, including addiction, are often problem-focused. While understanding problems is important, dwelling solely on them can be disempowering, keeping individuals stuck in a cycle of focusing on deficits. At PERMA Plus Recovery, we advocate for evidence-based practices and a solution-focused therapy approach. This means we concentrate on your desired future and what you can do to achieve it, building on your existing strengths and resources. This empowers you to actively construct a life of well-being.
The PERMA Plus Framework: Your Blueprint for Well-being
Our personalized weekly addiction recovery plan is guided by the PERMA Plus framework. Each element represents a vital building block for a happier, more resilient life:
Positive Emotions: Cultivating feelings like joy, gratitude, serenity, inspiration, and hope. This involves actively seeking out and appreciating positive experiences.
Engagement: Finding flow in activities that fully absorb you, where time seems to stand still. This could be a hobby, a creative pursuit, or meaningful work.
Relationships: Building strong, supportive connections with others, including family, friends, and community. Nurturing these bonds provides a sense of belonging and mutual support.
Meaning: Having a sense of purpose beyond oneself, contributing to something larger than your individual existence. This provides a profound reason for positive change.
Accomplishment: Achieving goals and mastering skills, which builds competence and self-esteem. Setting and reaching realistic milestones fosters a sense of progress.
Physical Health: Prioritizing your body's well-being through nutrition, exercise, sleep, and medical care. A healthy body provides the energy and resilience needed for recovery.
Plus Cultivating Optimism: Fostering a positive outlook and belief in future possibilities by challenging negative self-talk and envisioning success.
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PERMA Plus Recovery is dedicated to providing free, accessible resources to support individuals on their journey to lasting well-being. Your generosity helps us maintain and expand this platform.
Regular medical check-ups are a cornerstone of Physical Health. They allow for early detection of potential issues and ensure your body is functioning optimally, providing the energy and resilience essential for recovery.
Disclaimer: Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional before making significant changes to your diet or exercise routine.
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The ABCDE Model of Resilience (Albert Ellis)
A cognitive technique to challenge negative thoughts and build resilience.
Adversity: The event.
Beliefs: Your thoughts about the event.
Consequences: The results of your beliefs.
Disputation: Challenging your beliefs.
Effective New Beliefs: Replacing irrational beliefs.
The prominent plus sign at the heart of our logo represents the core of Positive Psychology—a focus on what you can add to your life to enhance well-being, rather than dwelling on deficits. It symbolizes growth, positive additions, and the "Plus" in our PERMA+ framework: Physical Health and Optimism.
The Interlocking Rings
The rings or orbits signify the interconnected elements of the PERMA model. They are not separate pillars but integrated components that support and reinforce one another. True flourishing arises when Positive Emotions, Engagement, Relationships, Meaning, and Accomplishment work in harmony.
The Upward Arrow
Subtly integrated into the design is an upward-pointing arrow, symbolizing progress, hope, and the journey of recovery. It's a reminder that every small step is a move in a positive direction, leading toward a more fulfilling life.
The Color Palette
The blend of calming blues and empowering purples was chosen to evoke feelings of serenity, wisdom, and creativity. Blue often represents stability and calm, while purple is associated with purpose and ambition. Together, they create a balanced and hopeful visual identity.
Suggestions for Integration with SMART Recovery
Integrating PERMA Plus with SMART Recovery®
While SMART Recovery® offers its own comprehensive handbooks and facilitator guides for their materials (available on their official website), we are pleased to offer a unique workbook and facilitator's guide. These resources are designed to help you seamlessly integrate the powerful principles of PERMA Plus with the practical, evidence-based tools of SMART Recovery®.
This combined approach leverages SMART Recovery's focus on self-empowerment and cognitive-behavioral strategies for managing urges and behaviors, alongside PERMA Plus's emphasis on building a flourishing life. This integration provides a holistic and highly effective roadmap for lasting recovery and overall well-being.
Please note that these materials are supplementary. For more in-depth information, official meeting schedules, and a full array of resources, please visit the official SMART Recovery® website.
