As we adjust to what has become the new “normal” it has become increasingly more difficult to find balance in our lives. We are stuck between the feeling of normalcy and emergency. Given the current climate it is important to hang on to the stability that we all once felt just a few short weeks ago. We are living in extraordinary times, facing new and unprecedented challenges. Despite the chaos
Dana’s Perspective If you’re familiar with 12-step recovery, you may have heard that it’s best to stay out of new relationships within your first year of getting clean. While this is not a requirement to find or maintain recovery, there are some valid reasons for this advice. Relationships are not easy for most of us as humans and may be particularly more challenging for those in early recovery. Not only
Addiction can damage many facets of your life, including your relationships. Rebuilding relationships in recovery and family therapy needs to be done with care. Your friends and loved ones do not enjoy watching you spiral down into the throes of addiction. Before you approach people about your sincere apologies, make sure that you take a hard look at yourself and know exactly what you are sorry for. Rebuilding relationships in recovery simply
Suicide can have devastating effects on the family and friends left behind. Being identified as suicide survivors is a very difficult title to carry. However, healing and moving forward is possible. To do this, some people may choose to participate in events like the International Survivors of Suicide Day. This event gives survivors a supportive place to join others on their grief journey. What is International Survivors of Suicide Day?
When people have a severe problem with alcohol, it affects their entire family. If you believe you have alcoholic parents, it’s important to understand the definition of alcoholism as well as warning signs that can help you to determine the severity of your family’s situation. Only then will you know if you would benefit from professional help. What Is Alcoholism? Many people can have a drink or two now and
Are your genes to blame for your substance abuse problem? There’s some evidence that suggests it could lead to heightened susceptibility to drug or alcohol abuse. At the same time, there’s no addiction gene. Is addiction genetic, or is there something else happening? Is Addiction Genetic – in the Strictest Sense of the Word? There’s no proof of heredity. In other words, there isn’t a gene that turns on your
Get exclusive resources, find inspiration, and grow alongside us. Subscribe to our monthly newsletter now!
267.719.8689
Search