Relieving tension is a first step in relieving stress and creating a state of relaxation. Tension in the body encourages stress and vice versa. Mistakenly, many people think stress has to be first confronted in the mind, then the body will relax. Eastern traditions find this not to be true. In traditional yogic practices, yoga- […]
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Life comes in seasons, sometimes according to the seasons of the earth and sometimes the specific seasons of an individual life. Spring cleaning is a ritual which honors both the natural transitions of the earth as well as serves to encourage honoring the passing phases of life. After a long winter, one’s home is ready
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They live at the extremes of all or nothing. There is no moderation, no middle ground, no compromise, and no gray area in their worldview. To varying degrees, alcoholics live in denial of their destructiveness (self and others) and this further distorts what they are able to make sense of. “It Isn’t That Bad” When
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Apprehending all of life’s difficulties isn’t always successful. Despite best efforts, life can continue to act on its own accord without notice of difficult times ahead. Using recovery tools for healthy coping ensures sobriety while encouraging the development of confidence for living. Practice Breathing Mindfulness is an essential tool in navigating all of life’s challenges.
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Withdrawal is not often a pleasant experience. Drug and alcohol addiction does not always lead to a need for medical detox. Depending on the drug of choice and severity of use, a client might need experience much detox at all. Symptoms of withdrawal and their intensity is entirely dependent on the unique circumstances of each
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Anxiety disorders and alcohol use disorders are commonly co-occurring. Recovery from dual diagnosis issues of anxiety and alcohol can be challenging. Bustle writes that “Alcohol abuse is particularly strong in people with social anxiety disorder, who find social interactions excruciating and difficult to navigate. A study from the National Institute of Health found that up
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Stories frequently trend online when men and women come forward about their experiences with eating disorders. It takes bravery, honesty, and courage to confront one’s issues with an eating disorder on paper. Writing therapy is an alternative treatment modality which encourages a journey of self-discovery through journaling, writing prompts, and introspection through the practice of
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Sadness, hopelessness, helplessness, despair, melancholy- low feelings and low energy are common during low times. Many people mistake normal for abnormal and vice versa. Depression is overlooked by millions of people who are unaware they are living with the struggle of it. According to the World Health Organization, over 300 million people are suffering from
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Anxiety disorders are some of the world’s most prevalent mental health conditions. Panic, post traumatic stress disorder, and social anxiety all fall under anxiety disorders. Anxiety can cause a disruption of mind, body, and spirit when it is not treated. Recognizing anxiety is difficult without first developing the mindful awareness of what anxiety is, how
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According to Reuters a recent study published in JAMA Psychiatry reveals that there has been a significant increase in heroin use in the United states, even in the last year. “Heroin use in the United States has risen five-fold in the past decade and dependence on the drug has more than tripled, with the biggest
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