The effects produced by drugs and alcohol can lead people right into addiction. Being able to forget about past trauma and daily stressors for a time can cause consumption to increase as tolerance builds up. Those who are addicted have no problem listing all the reasons why they keep using drugs and drinking alcohol, butRead More
Gratitude is a powerful tool in your recovery. Your mental health can be significantly improved by practicing mindfulness and gratitude every day. The Guest House is here to help you make gratitude work for you. Continue reading to learn more. Gratitude Barriers If you’re not used to showing gratitude, it may be difficult forRead More
Habits form whether we like it or not. They shape who we are and what we do, most of the time, without us even realizing it. Most of what we do is done unconsciously. We eat when we’re hungry, sleep when we’re tired, and use the bathroom when necessary. We don’t have to think twiceRead More
If you’re in recovery, you’re probably always trying to find new ways to be your best self. Some days in recovery will be a struggle, and you’ll need more unique ways to be your best self. Other days will be a bit easier, and you’ll be able to get through your days with the toolsRead More
When it comes to sex and love addiction, many of us have preconceived ideas surrounding the qualities and symptoms this addiction includes. We hear the term sex addiction, and sometimes we believe that it only implies the obsession and craving for sex. The aspect of love addiction isn’t something we’re familiar with or fully understand.Read More
A considerable part of recovery is self-care and self-love. Without practicing acts of self-care, you won’t be able to cultivate self-love. To master your mindset, you must be focused on both these practices. Keep in mind that it takes time to get good at self-care and self-love. We don’t expect that we will have theRead More
Our comfort zone is a beautiful thing. We’re able to master specific tasks and complete them with precision and ease. What isn’t so great about our comfort zone is that we don’t feel the need to try anything new. We become uncomfortable because we often get complacent in our comfort zone. The Guest House isRead More
Knowing how to help your loved ones during their recovery can be difficult. You may not want to overstep their boundaries, but you do want to help them be the best that they can be. One thing is for sure: your support is the best thing you can offer. Continue reading for more information aboutRead More
Addiction makes a person exhibit unhealthy behaviors, including irresponsibility and a lack of accountability. Once people decide to finally get sober, they may not receive immediate assurance from their loved ones. People close to an addicted person may doubt that they can remain sober for any amount of time. If you are expecting everyone toRead More
Although there are billions of people on this planet, many of us still find ourselves feeling lonely. We often struggle with our recovery if we aren’t getting the social interaction that we are used to getting. Loneliness can impact your recovery in many ways. Continue reading to learn more. Why Does Loneliness Matter? LonelinessRead More