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What Is a Process Addiction?

A process addiction is an addiction driven by a behavior rather than a substance. These two types of addiction heavily relate to one another in their brain mechanisms. This article will explain how process addictions work and what signs to look for when identifying one. How Process Addictions Work Substances alter the level of neurotransmittersRead More

How Can I Banish “What If” From My Thoughts?

Some people have thoughts that propel them into a cycle of “what ifs” during every complex issue in life. While in recovery, this series of unknowns lingers in the back of most people’s minds. What if I relapse? What if I argue? What if I fail? Negative thinking is the enemy in addiction recovery. WhatRead More

Detox in Florida: How Do I Find the Right Program?

Detox is the first step towards a substance-free life. It is important to find the right program, though. How to Find a Good Detox Program A good detox program will understand the importance of co-morbid mental illnesses and substance abuse. They will offer mental health care that addresses the underlying causes of addiction, including traumaRead More

How to Develop Confidence in Addiction Recovery

If you have lacked self-confidence for most of your life, is it possible to develop it later during recovery? The simple answer is yes. Building your self-confidence will not only help you be successful in recovery; it will help you be successful in life. On the contrary, when you have low self-confidence, it is oftenRead More

Is My Therapist Right for Me?

Therapy can make you extremely uncomfortable at first, especially if you have trust issues. Your mental state could fluctuate from session to session. Over time, you should become more comfortable opening up to your therapist. You may never feel entirely at ease, though. 10 Signs of a Good Therapy Match This list, heavily influenced byRead More

The Difference Between Isolation and Taking a Break to Be Alone

When you are struggling with anything in life — let alone with substance abuse — it can be easy to isolate yourself. Sometimes you may feel like you just need a break; however, isolation and giving yourself a break are two very different things with different outcomes. Isolation means you are limiting yourself and imposingRead More

Becoming a More Honest Person

Being honest sometimes makes people feel vulnerable, particularly in trauma-informed recovery, but it is necessary for long-term success. The truth is that honesty allows openness, enables you to present facts, and empowers you to share. You need to observe everything around you with clarity and honesty, which hones your perceptions and ability to see thingsRead More

Why Does the Opioid Crisis Continue to Grow?

The opioid crisis takes more than a hundred lives every single day. Why does the death count continue to grow? The Current State of the Opioid Epidemic The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic resulted in a surge of opioid overdose deaths. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s National Vital Statistics System (CDC), in theRead More

Our Patterns Are Part of Our Story

Thinking patterns played a part in your former substance abuse habits and play a role now in your sobriety. Taking a look at why those thought patterns matter and why you should be aware that many of them may still be present in your life can help you in your recovery. Once you examine yourselfRead More

Learning to Become Functional in Leadership Roles

For most of your life, you avoided being the one in charge and making decisions. Being in a leadership role takes responsibility and, in some ways, bravery. However, some people have a fear of leadership, but this can be overcome, and you can learn to be a leader in a healthy and empowering way. BeingRead More