Mental Health

A codependent relationship can be difficult to extricate oneself from, with all the worrying, anxiety, and frustrations it can bring. Toxic relationships are one of the biggest challenges for a person to break free from but it helps to have a few tips to get started. The Power to Change Being in a relationship with [...]

The winter blues are not just in people’s heads, it is documented fact that people get more lonely and sad during the winter months. Especially where the climate is cooler but it can happen anywhere the weather is not consistently warm year round. Winter can become a love-hate relationship. Learning balance is key to beating

Resentment is a strong, significant emotion for people in recovery from addiction. Resentment can build and become a negative, toxic force that will hold a person back if he or she is not careful. Anger, sadness, disappointment, and bitterness all flow out of a common emotion: resentment. Recovery and Resentment When a person quits using

Most people, including those with an addiction, believe that it is near impossible to overcome an addiction. This is far from true, since people kick addictions every day. Quitting is not the hard part, rather staying quit is. People can quit an addiction just fine, but they also relapse. One of the reasons behind this

Physical exertion is a great way to relieve stress and anxiety, especially in recovery. In the company of friends and loved ones it can boost self-confidence and increase the release of endorphins. People who laugh together are often able to feel supported, loved, and cared for by others. Find out why laughter is really the

Addiction can take over a person’s life, including how the person behaves towards family and friends. The first and last thing on a person’s mind with addiction is getting that next high or substance. Logic is pushed aside and the individual will try to get the substance by any means necessary, including hurting loved ones

The willingness to forgive can resolve some root issues which can cause addiction to rage out of control. The first key to addiction recovery is focus on forgiveness of self and others in order to move forward. Dealing with what a person has done and coping with what happened to a person are two sides

Self-discipline is such a great tool to have in recovery. Finding happiness requires effort and persistence along with a healthy dose of self-discipline to succeed. When things come too easily it feels harder to be humble and grateful. Falling into addiction may cost an individual everything but the trial and tribulation can be good proving

Depression can be a hidden disorder that is not recognized right away. Only half of people with depression typically receive treatment. Improved rates of early diagnosis and recovery are seen when a loved one seeks treatment for depression. Learn some strategies to identify the symptoms of depression and see if a loved one is struggling.

Children who grow up around families who struggle with addiction are more likely to become addicted to alcohol or drugs in the future. Addiction does not only impact adult children physically, but emotionally as well due to a dysfunctional home life. The effects of alcoholism on the family and other addictions extend well beyond the