Everyone has experienced fear at some point in their lives. No one is exempt from this feeling. It is also common to have a fear of the unknown. Unfortunately, fearing the unknown can prevent you from living life to the fullest. However, if you examine the root of your fear of the unknown, this willRead More
Managing social anxiety in recovery may seem like an impossible task. However, understanding this condition and creating a solid action plan can go a long way toward helping you overcome it. Managing Social Anxiety: A Complex Issue According to the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), social anxiety disorder is characterized by the “persistent fearRead More
An unknown source said, “Anxiety is one little tree in your forest. Step back and look at the whole forest.” Anxiety can consume you to the very core of yourself. It can narrow your perspective and cause you to see only a tiny slice of what’s really there. What’s more, anxiety can prevent you fromRead More
Just the thought of making a change can produce anxiety. It is easy to get caught up in wanting to stay where you are now just to remain comfortable. Sometimes to make a change, you have to first go through a state of fear. If you’re experiencing this, you are not alone. It can beRead More
Medication and behavioral treatment have always been the go-to routes for anxiety management. In reality, traditional treatment is not for everyone. It’s not the only option, either. Holistic modalities and self-healing practices have garnered more widespread attention in recent years as alternatives. These tools can be used alone or combined with traditional therapies to provideRead More
Addiction and anxiety often go hand-in-hand. While it’s common for addiction to occur alongside any mental health disorder, anxiety is one of the most common. Understanding the factors that lead to this connection can help you find long-term success in recovery. Co-Occurring Disorders According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), “nearlyRead More
If you are struggling with anxiety, you may feel trapped by traditional treatment models. Sometimes, methods like talk therapy and medication can only do so much. Conscious connected breathwork is a beneficial tool that can help you re-center your body and move stagnant anxious energy. Practicing breathwork can help you find long-term anxiety relief andRead More
Anxiety affects millions of people in the United States every day. In order to cope, many people will turn to substances like drugs and alcohol. This form of “self-medicating” can be highly dangerous and even make anxiety worse. What Does “Self-Medicating” Mean? A 2018 study in Wiley Depression and Anxiety defines self-medication as “the self‐reportedRead More
Did you know that taking a few deep, full breaths can decrease anxiety? Are you aware that your vagus nerve is part of this? Your vagus nerve is a part of your nervous system that regulates your body’s reactions to stress. This nerve causes a “rest, digest, and heal” response within the body that promotesRead More
You may think that you can achieve recovery simply by removing substances from your life. However, effective recovery involves more than eliminating substance use. Your emotional and mental health plays an important role in the recovery process. When you do not address the impact that mental health disorders, like anxiety or depression, play on yourRead More