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Self-Care Is More Than Me Time
In recovery, we talk extensively about how guilt impacts people. One of the universal truths about addiction is that it often leads to behaviors where we treat our friends and…
12-Step Process to Practicing Forgiveness
Many people with addiction think that the most daunting part of the recovery process will be making amends. Admitting one’s own mistakes and practicing forgiveness is difficult. However, once you…
Relapse Myths and Misconceptions
Relapse is expected in recovery. It is an awful truth and one many people do not want to acknowledge. However, the very nature of addiction means that quitting is difficult,…
Strategies for Managing Your Anger
“I can’t control my temper.” Have you ever uttered that phrase? If so, you are not alone. Anger can be an overwhelming emotion. Without the right tools, you may struggle…
How to Benefit From Group Therapy Sessions
Group therapy sessions can be absolutely agonizing. Seeing any therapist can be. But a therapist in a group of people, whom you may not even know? Or worse, you may…
A Mindful Approach to New Year’s Resolutions
For whatever reason, lots of us simply choose the new year as an opportunity to resolve to do something this year that we might have wanted to do for the…
What Are the Signs of Addiction?
Addiction carries the stereotype that the person who is addicted will attempt to hide any signs and symptoms of their issue from those around them. This is typically also not…
What is an Addictions Counselor?
Addiction can be scary and disrupting to your way of life. Once you decide to be the change you want to see and begin addiction recovery, you may be uncertain…
Dealing with a Dual Diagnosis
If you are suffering from a substance abuse issue, it is very possible that you have a dual diagnosis. Many people with underlying mental health disorders turn to substances in…
Understanding Withdrawal
For some people, the fear of withdrawal is the one thing holding them back from getting sober. They have heard horror stories about how awful withdrawal is. We are not…