Talking with your pet is easy. You can share your thoughts and feelings without worrying. What you say to your pet is told in a judgment-free zone, and they will still love you. Unfortunately, there’s no guarantee of unconditional love when talking with your friends or family. When you need to discuss sensitive topics, youRead More
In addiction recovery, many people face a common concern: privacy. Many people are reluctant to seek treatment for substance abuse because they are concerned about possible consequences if people find out. However, privacy laws are in place to protect against just that. You Can Choose Who You Speak To Many people with substance use disordersRead More
When was the last time you told someone how you felt? Conversations at the water cooler or when seeing friends include light banter. Polite conversation includes telling people you’re fine even if you’re not. Unfortunately, most people ask, “How are you?” but don’t want the truth. When you have a conversation with yourself, you mayRead More
Being comfortable in your own skin means knowing who you are and accepting yourself. Finding comfort in your skin is not something we think of very often, but now and then, you must ask yourself if you like yourself. If you’re not comfortable in your skin, how can you expect to become comfortable around others?Read More
Have you ever tried to explain how you feel to someone? Your words, body language, and emotions convey your feelings, but it’s hard to translate your experience to someone else because they haven’t had the same experience. That’s what it’s like when defining progress with a mental health disorder. Your progress is not someone else’s.Read More
Mental health experts describe trauma as any upsetting experience that has a lasting effect on the person who experienced it. Trauma can happen to anyone. An important point to keep in mind is that what is traumatic for one person may not be for another. One person could be traumatized by the effects of chronicRead More
If you’re looking to find the right support system, understanding the different types of therapy and support that work best can help you in your aftercare plan. It’s critical to you and the success of your recovery journey to find out what options are available that will meet your needs. Often, many individuals will tryRead More
We live in a time where trends are everywhere. You may see one color trending one year and being dropped the next. It’s all about what’s hot and how we can be a part of it. But is recovery a part of a trend, or is it something that lasts for a lifetime? Is SubstanceRead More
In a world where people can browse social apps, order anything and get it within hours, it’s hard to imagine not having a quick way to fix things. The search for fast fixes and simplified treatment leaves some wondering if there is a cure for bipolar disorder? The truth is, no, there isn’t. Why? BecauseRead More
Hope is a beautiful thing. Without hope, life may seem to be lacking in value and without definition. Hope can give us the strength to persevere through difficult circumstances. Hope can be likened to finding light in a dark cave. Hope has been a great friend to have in our darkest hours, regardless of theRead More