Excuses are very likely to keep someone in denial and then keep them from getting sober. Without seeing the truth in the situation, a person will believe the lies that their addiction is telling them because eventually, they cannot differentiate the truth from the false. Lies become their reality unless they can see right throughRead More
For those who currently have trauma or any other mental health issues, the coronavirus health crisis could be making those issues worse. Watching the news or social media coverage can present us with images of tragedy, suffering, and loss. Because we have no idea when this pandemic will end, it is important to doRead More
Reliving the past day in and day out can be grueling if you feel you have no way out. All of the horrific memories that hold you back cannot be eliminated with the blink of an eye, although you may wish you could make that happen. You may want nothing more than to eraseRead More
Especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, front-line workers like doctors, nurses, technicians, EMTs, and paramedics are heroes. Unfortunately, they are dealing with their own battle of trauma. We need to do what we can to help treat the trauma of our front-line workers to ensure they can do their job to take care of us.Read More
Telling your story to complete strangers is the daunting part of recovery. One person sharing their experience with another person, strength, and hope, is necessary for the longevity of your recovery. Allowing yourself to become vulnerable in a way that may seem ludicrous at first can become the very thing that gets you toRead More
Gratitude can be seen as an emotion we feel when we are grateful for the good moments and people that come to our lives, but it can also be a trait that allows us to see the good in our life, as well as a practice of focusing on what is going well forRead More
You might have heard that you were your own worst enemy when you were under the influence of drugs and alcohol. Well, the same can go for you in your recovery. Drugs and alcohol put you in awful situations that you would only attempt because of the elusive effects. If you keep doing whatRead More
Trauma can impact the way you think, feel, and act. Nothing is off-limits when trauma has occurred—anything and everything can be impacted. If you find yourself struggling with the aftermath of trauma, you aren’t alone. The Guest House is here to help you find freedom, peace, and hope after your traumatic experiences. We knowRead More
Recovery takes commitment. This isn’t a new theory, but you may often get so used to going through the motions that you begin to slack off on your commitment to your recovery. Although you can’t change the past, you can make the choice today to be committed to your recovery. This is something you mustRead More
Experiencing surgeries and other medical procedures is no walk in the park. The same can be said if you have experienced a life-threatening illness. Assistant professor Maia Kredentser of the University of Manitoba says 6.5% of PTSD cases are related to life-threatening illnesses. If more people are aware of the trauma that comes from pastRead More