DENVER – (BUSINESS WIRE) – With addiction killing more than 150,000 Americans annually, new research shows that belonging to a healing community that enables meaningful activities and a sober, active lifestyle plays a significant role in recovery plays. The Phoenix, a nonprofit that promotes a supportive, down-to-earth active community for those recovering from addictions, has published a white paper demonstrating the vital importance of belonging to a healing community and friendships that result from engaging in meaningful activities such as fitness, mindfulness and music as a way to sustainable abstinence. The whitepaper, entitled “Theoretical Framework and Impact of The Phoenix Sober Active Community Model,” shows the positive effects associated with participating in the Phoenix community. Written by lead researchers at The Phoenix, Jacki Hillios, PhD, and Brett Wyker, MS, the white paper presents results from analyzing internal data from member rating surveys conducted between May 2018 and October 2019. “Several studies have found that positive social connection, purpose and active forms of coping directly correlate with sustained recovery for those with a drug use disorder,” said Jacki Hillios, PhD, associate general manager of The Phoenix. “The Phoenix takes advantage of the social benefits of group activities to introduce individuals to a supportive recovery community. With this approach, we create an environment in which our members can explore a sober lifestyle and experience self-directed growth. ”The research detailed in the whitepaper shows that supportive and healing engagement in social networks is crucial for relapse prevention and sustainable recovery. The Phoenix Theory of Change focuses on two key strategies: 1) providing access to active and meaningful group activities, and 2) building an empowering peer social network in an emotionally safe environment. Key takeaways from The Phoenix data in the whitepaper include: After three months of active collaboration with The Phoenix community, 87% of members stayed sober. Within this group of members: 81% of those new to recovery report maintaining their sobriety. 94% of members in long-term recovery report maintaining their sobriety. Nearly 9 in 10 members (between 85 and 94%) said they were making progress on the five common traits of a successful recovery process (connection, hope, identity, meaningful living, and empowerment). Of the members who were new to recovery, 70% said they were more motivated to stay sober. Of those new to recovery members who had relapsed, nearly three-quarters (74%) were sober and report that The Phoenix helped them get back on track. With this unique, no-nonsense, active community model, The Phoenix is poised to help millions of people heal from addiction and thrive in recovery. The Phoenix offers personal and virtual programs, including CrossFit®, group fitness, yoga, meditation, music, and other social events, free of charge to those who have been sober from alcohol and nonprescription drugs for at least 48 consecutive hours. A full programming schedule is available at thephoenix.org/find-a-class. “We’re proud of the impact of The Phoenix, but we know there is much more work to be done to help more than 23 million Americans recover,” said Scott Strode, Founder and Executive Director of The Phoenix. “We are determined to impact a million lives over the next five years, and The Phoenix is committed to building a sober, active community that is inclusive and allows members to use social connectivity and physical activity to continue on their path to recovery. ”Since 2006, The Phoenix’s free, sober, active community has inspired more than 42,000 people across America to believe that they have the strength to rise from the ashes of addiction through the support of those who go the same way. With its stationary locations in large communities in the United States such as Boston, Massachusetts, Denver, Colorado and Costa Mesa, California, as well as extensive online offerings via live streams and virtual programs, the non-profit organization is pursuing the goal of redesigning the addiction recovery process through its innovative model Define that aims to facilitate human connection in a supportive environment and remove the stigma of addiction. Physical and other group-oriented activities are the mechanism by which The Phoenix induces individuals into the safe and supportive “sober active community” that is at the core of the program’s success. You can download the whitepaper free of charge from www.thephoenix.org/whitepaper. About The Phoenix The Phoenix is a nonprofit that promotes a free, sober, active community for those recovering from addictions and those who choose to live soberly. Since programs were launched in Colorado in 2006, more than 42,000 people have walked through their doors nationwide. By harnessing the intrinsic power of physical activity and social connection, participants build confidence and find the support they need to lead productive and fulfilling lives in recovery. The Phoenix events are free to anyone who has been sober from alcohol and non-prescription drugs for at least 48 consecutive hours. The instructors are either in recovery themselves or supporters with a strong commitment to the mission and a desire to make a difference. The phoenix helps people rise from the ashes of addiction and lead a hopeful life. For programming, follow The Phoenix on Facebook or visit www.thephoenix.org for more information.
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