Addiction is based on self-centered desires that cause loved ones to question what has happened to the addicted person. There could be discussions about whether addiction caused co-occurring disorders such as bipolar, depression, or anxiety, or if they are displaying narcissistic behavior. What Does It Mean to Be Narcissistic? A narcissist is “one who has […]
With all of the recent events surrounding political, civil, and pandemic issues, fear is one of the most predominant emotions of today. With no real clarity with the state of the nation, people are creating chaos in their minds, causing them to act out in different ways. Anger, sadness, protestation, and uncertainty can wreak havoc […]
One person struggling with alcoholism or addiction, helping another who is struggling with the same condition, is the cornerstone of recovery. Gaining the confidence of others who can relate to what you have been through is part of the process of keeping you sober. Being of service to others who need help is all about […]
Recovery programs thrive on the contributions of others who keep the meetings going. Without each other, there would be no real reason to come to meetings. Although, where two or more are gathered is considered a recovery meeting, the meetings where newcomers come for a solution require assistance to keep everyone coming back. Most meetings […]
Rejection, unfortunately, happens to everyone at one time or another. For you, there may be a long history of rejection that has resulted in addictively using drugs and alcohol to cope. During your childhood, there may have been issues beginning in your family of origin that kept you seeking the kind of people who would […]
Getting sober allows people to look back at what they did before and make changes. Life skills often have to be relearned and implemented to assist in staying sober. You may be wondering what life skills have to do with sobriety, but they are vital. Doing the right thing does not come naturally for someone […]
Drug and alcohol addiction is typically provoked by someone who is looking for instant gratification to cope with the discomforts of life. Drinking and using can initially take the edge off. Tolerance continues to grow by continuously chasing a stronger buzz until it just does not work any longer. Once the discomfort starts to ensue […]
Some people are so far gone in their addiction that everyone knows what is going on. For others, they are so good at hiding what they are doing; they can show their nice side without revealing their naughty side. They have to work hard to avoid showing others the truth about their addiction, creating their […]
Recovery from drug and alcohol addiction is a rewarding process that could get overwhelming really fast. Working a recovery program entails many different variables that are all meant to work cohesively together. To gain the right perspective and the right tools will take some patience and effort to understand, especially with how they will benefit […]
For someone who is addicted to drugs and alcohol, there is an urgency to curb cravings. With no cure for addiction readily available, the cravings become an obsession that becomes part of a person’s subconsciousness. When you are feeling happy, you want to use and drink to celebrate. When you are angry, drugs and alcohol […]
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