When life hands you lemons, make the best lemonade life has ever tasted. Here’s four ways to get through life’s challenges like the confident leader you have become through recovery. Create Realistic Non-Negotiables When life has demands, they demand to be met. Learning to live life on life’s terms is part of the gig in
The facts are undeniable. Spending time in nature makes you a happier, healthier, person. Whether you’re on an excursion across the globe or across your backyard, being outside in the elements for even a short amount of time improves your wellbeing, mind, body, and spirit. According to Mindful, “spending 60 minutes in nature helps you
According to Men’s Fitness, people who love “Mudding” races, obstacle races full of extreme physical challenges, might be suffering from a life identity crisis. 26 participants were interviewed for the study, but the researchers went to “Tough Mudder” brand races in the UK, Australia, and the US. Mud Races are full of challenging obstacles which
Benzodiazepines are a class of prescription medications typically given to those who have a severe struggle with anxiety. Famous name brands like Valium and Klonopin were household names as “mommy’s little helper” letting anxious and stressed moms manage their emotions. Today, much of the focus in benzodiazepines is given to Xanax. Xanax has become a
The use of neurofeedback is becoming a standard in treatment for mental health disorders. Learn more about how it works and why it is an important tool for recovery here. How Neurofeedback Works Electrodes are placed on the head in five distinct areas to collect electric pulses from brain waves. The client sits comfortably while
Trigger Warning: This article discusses suicide attempts, thoughts of suicide, and suicidal context. If you are struggling, please reach out for help. Texting has become a way of life. Few generations are aware that there was life before texting. Born into wifi and instant communication, younger generations have learned how to express themselves through emoticons
Anger can get the best of you, but you don’t have to let it. Learning to deal with anger means learning to manage your most primitive self. These five tips can get you through when your eyes see red and the steam starts to blow. Act As If: Act as if you had your anger
It’s white, pure, and can be deadly. Sugar is in everything these days. It’s hard to get away from. During treatment for drug and alcohol addiction, everything is suggested in moderation, even excess. Sugar is meant to be a harmless replacement during moments of cravings. For some, the habit can go too far. Here are
Hallucinogenic drugs don’t often receive much attention when it comes to substance use disorders because they’re not particularly addicting. However, the use of hallucinogenic drugs is controversial when it comes to treating addiction and other mental health disorders. Many hallucinogenic substances, from LSD to psilocybin, magic mushrooms, are being clinically tested as alternatives to mental
Body dysmorphia is a serious mental health disorder which comes with poor body image. Issues with body dysmorphic disorder can lead to eating disorders and addiction to vanity through surgical procedures or other extreme forms of “beautifying”. Critiquing The Body Isn’t So Normal It’s unfortunate that today’s society has taught young adults and women to
