10 Signs of Love Addiction
By: Jennifer McDougall Just as alcohol, cocaine, ecstasy, and heroin provide a temporary sense of escape for a person from their reality, anyone who is addicted to love seeks similar relief and can face severe physical and emotional withdrawal symptoms. Someone who is addicted to love develops obsessive behaviors andContinue Reading
7 Ways to Let Go of Regret
By Jennifer McDougall Even though most of us know that holding on to regret is not healthy, many of us still do it. Regret drags us down for as long as we decide to drag it along throughout our lives. Knowing how to let go can be difficult so hereContinue Reading
Public Appearance from Passages Malibu’s Co-Founder, Chris Prentiss
After Passages Malibu CEO Pax Prentiss overcame his dependence on alcohol, cocaine, and heroin, he went on to found Passages along with his father, Chris Prentiss. Before Passages’ founding, Chris authored numerous books on topics like love, self-empowerment, and wisdom. To this Chris’ books are celebrated around the world. WhileContinue Reading
Fresh Flavors: Two New Citrus and Acai Recipes
Whether you’re planning a cleanse or making healthier eating choices, smoothies, juices, and other blended beverages are delicious ways to provide your body with the vitamins and nutrients it needs to stay healthy. The two recipes below, provided by the Passages Malibu Pinterest page are both tasty starts toward turningContinue Reading
Beating Depression with Meaningful Activities
There may not be one single secret to happiness, but it appears that science has closed in on one of its key contributing factors. A recently published study that appeared in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences has shed new light on the true causes of lasting well-being.Continue Reading
Delicious Clean Summer Recipes
Want to get in shape, achieve greater health and feel your very best? These yummy recipes are perfect for warm summer months when you need foods that are both hydrating and refreshing. Pear Pomegranate Salsa INGREDIENTS Makes about 3 Cups: 2 fresh pairs (of any kind) cored and diced 1Continue Reading
It’s Time to Let Go of the Word Addict
The word addict carries with it a stigma that the possibility of overcoming of drug dependence is somehow impossible or unobtainable. One of the key philosophies of the treatment offered at Passages Malibu maintains that the underlying causes of addiction drive substance abuse and dependence. Transformation is a matter ofContinue Reading
All Natural Apple Crumble Recipe
The beginning of Daylight Savings Time in the US means more light and warmer weather around much of the country. With a little extra time, better productivity, and more light after work all to enjoy (after everyone’s adjusted to losing that hour) and there are also some fresh seasonal offeringsContinue Reading
Prescription Medication Abuse: the Growing Opioid Epidemic
The misuse and growing dependency problems surrounding prescription painkillers have reached significant levels in the US. Forbes recently ran an article that reported how 40,000 Americans no perish each year from prescription medication overdose. In fact, more people die from prescription medication than by car accidents or violent crimes. ThisContinue Reading
Healthy Super Bowl Snacks to Try This Year
When the Broncos and the Seahawks face off on Super Bowl Sunday, everyone knows that delectable snacks are just as important as the big game (and some pretty amazing commercials). If you’re planning a Super Bowl party and want to keep things healthy, we’d like to offer you these delicious,Continue Reading
How to Start Sober and Fresh in the New Year
By Jennifer McDougall Many people look to the New Year as an opportunity to commit to joining a gym, quitting smoking, or making other, more significant, life-enhancing decisions. It’s often all too easy to find reasons to continue in the direction you’re already heading, but the new calendar year oftenContinue Reading
New Recipes for Healthy Eating in December
December usually means family gatherings with far too many helpings of far too indulgent dishes. If you’re worried about your expanding waistline, look no further than these light, delicious, and easy to prepare dishes from the Passages Malibu Pinterest. KALE SALAD • 1/4 lb wild arugula • 1/2 bunch of laminate kale,Continue Reading
Passages Malibu Reflects on Gratitude
“Thanksgiving reminds us of our commitment to helping people at Passages,” said Pax Prentiss, CEO of Passages Addiction Treatment Centers. “We’re dedicated to assisting our clients to heal their underlying conditions so that they can stay sober and return to leading successful lives. I truly feel honored to work with eachContinue Reading
Healthy Recipes to Try This Fall
Recovery is more than just steering clear of destructive choices. Its about making better choices and enjoying life to the fullest. These healthy recipes are easy to whip up and provide a friendly reminder to savor the especially yummy moments. – from the Passages Malibu Pinterest INGREDIENTS – Quinoa Stuffed BellContinue Reading
Clean and Comfort Recipes to Try Today
Are you looking for new comforting recipes to try? Here at Passages Malibu, we a couple delicious recipes to share with you today. Clean Eating Slow Cooker Southwestern 2 Bean Chicken Ingredients • 4 raw, boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 8 oz. each) • 1 (15 oz.) can pinto beansContinue Reading
Inspiring Audio Clips by Chris Prentiss, Co-Founder of Passages Malibu
Chris Prentiss co-founded Passages Malibu with his son Pax in 2001, after helping Pax address the underlying issues that were driving his addictive behavior. Through Chris’ dedicated help, Pax was able to get to the root of his addiction to alcohol, cocaine, and heroin and get back to living his life.Continue Reading
My Adventurous Journey to Sobriety
by Tom Fitzsimons We all remember moments of clarity in our lives, moments when we are awakened spiritually. Moments when we realise that our lives have different meaning, that our lives have purpose. That moment of clarity came for me when I was watching the Redbull Stratos team as theyContinue Reading
Festive Fall Recipes You Need to Try
The frost is not quite on the pumpkin here in Malibu (is it ever?), but the weather has been cooler lately and the feel of fall, however slight, is in the air. Below are two seasonal recipes to inspire a delicious and healthy trip to the kitchen. Bon appétit! PumpkinContinue Reading
Benjamin Franklin’s Thirteen Virtues: for Leadership
“No one gossips about other people’s secret virtues.” – Bertrand Russell, mathematician and philosopher. When was the last time you read an in-depth article about a level-headed business executive with quiet family life, steady company, and no personal problems? The fact remains, whether it is a gossip website, Vanity FairContinue Reading
An Introduction of Chris Prentiss, Co-Founder of Passages Malibu
After helping his son Pax Prentiss overcome ten years of addiction to heroin, alcohol, and cocaine, Chris Prentiss co-founded Passages Malibu with Pax in 2001. The goal was simple, to offer an exclusive, luxury environment to treat and heal drug dependency and addiction. The addiction treatment philosophy of Passages stemsContinue Reading