You might not feel motivated to seek treatment for your mental health issues and addictions. Finding motivation for treatment can be difficult. You might be concerned about the challenges of treatment. You might feel like [...]
Cleveland Clinic recently conducted a survey about how the COVID-19 pandemic has affected men physically and mentally, as well as how it has influenced their daily behavior. It was found that 77% of respondents felt [...]
When we are experiencing difficulty with a mental health concern or an addiction, we might be letting our everyday lives get out of control. Our self-care and hygiene might be less important to us. We [...]
We often get bogged down with small details. We might focus more on how we will get to where we are going rather than focusing on our destination. When starting recovery and deciding to enter [...]
The stigma surrounding mental health disorders might create barriers for those needing treatment. While mental health and addiction disorders appear to be more prevalent in the media, as celebrities share inspiring stories of their issues, [...]
Nearly everyone has regrets. We all have likely made a mistake in the past that makes us think, “What if I had done something differently?” or “Why was I so stupid?” We might hang on [...]
Willingness is when you are willing to do something out of choice and not because someone forced you. This is an important quality to have when you are in recovery. By being willing to get [...]
When experiencing mental illness symptoms, your mind might be chatting away in negative or anxious thought patterns. You may get caught up in your mind and feed into these thoughts easily. You can learn to [...]
With no answers as to when the COVID-19 pandemic will end, many people are experiencing anger and stress with few options to relieve these emotions. Learning how to integrate healthy coping skills into our lives [...]
Many drug and alcohol addiction groups recommend that people wait a year before dating after sobriety. One of the main reasons cited for this is the risk that the joy associated with dating or beginning [...]
