Your mind and body function on the principle that what happens to you stays with you. Somatic therapy also believes that everything that happens to you in your life remains in your mind and body. What Is Somatic Therapy? Somatic therapy is a holistic approach that combines psychotherapy with body-oriented modalities to heal your mind,Read More
Many people struggle with self-destructive behaviors. Self-destructive behaviors can take many different forms. Unfortunately, engaging in such behaviors harms not only you but also has the potential to hurt those around you. How can you work towards identifying and overcoming self-destructive behaviors in recovery? What Is Self-Destructive Behavior? Self-destructive behaviors are actions that can harmRead More
Many people have experienced or witnessed some trauma. Those traumatic experiences settle into the mind and body, manifesting psychological and physical symptoms. The idea that past traumatic experiences will disappear diminishes the impact the incident has on your life. Your mind can store memories tucked away until something triggers those memories. That’s why learning toRead More
You are likely here because you want to inspire your partner to cut down on their drinking or quit altogether. After all, you’re either upset, scared, or nervous about the situation, a previous experience, or your partner’s health. You are not alone; many people worldwide share these concerns. You may also be here because you’veRead More
What is love? Philosophers, poets, and most people ponder what love is. Some love the idea of being in love, and many of those people form deep, meaningful relationships. Love is felt and expressed in different ways because everyone is different. Sometimes, the time spent finding or keeping love can become disproportionate to other dailyRead More
When many people look at anxiety, they don’t realize how debilitating it can be for one’s life. If you are struggling with anxiety, it’s imperative in your aftercare plan to recognize the triggers and signs of anxious thoughts to help you maintain sobriety outside of treatment. You don’t need to let anxiety take over yourRead More
Addiction is usually associated with drugs or alcohol. The psychological or physical dependence on or craving something despite negative consequences is the definition of addiction. Based on that definition, can it be possible to have an addiction to love or sex? What Is Sex Addiction? The term “sex addiction” is commonly used for hypersexuality orRead More
Choosing what to eat and when to eat changes when you go through treatment for substance abuse. When you are in treatment for addiction, many aspects of your life change, including your likes and dislikes, lifestyle, and environment; your food choices may change, too. When you decided to eliminate substance abuse from your life, youRead More
Returning to work after leaving treatment can jump-start numerous opportunities and get you moving in the right direction. After leaving treatment, you may want to get your life back on track and put your new skills into action. One of the best ways to do this is to get back into the workforce. Going throughRead More
