Everyone has fears. For many, fears arise and are then worked through. These fears typically do not impact daily life or relationships. For other people, fears become an intense part of daily life. These fears affect everyday situations and impact relationships. When everyday life begins to suffer, we begin to think that we may benefitRead More
Having a child battling addiction can be a frightening experience. You desperately want to take away your child’s pain and fight the battle for them. As you know, you cannot do that for them. Addiction is one battle that they must work through on their own. However, there are many different ways you can supportRead More
Having a teenager who is struggling with their mental health can be difficult. You would like to be able to fix their problems and make them the happiest person alive, but that is out of your control. While you may not be able to solve their struggles for them, you can support your teen throughRead More
Learning to embrace change throughout your recovery can be difficult. Change can often feel scary and sometimes overwhelming. Recovery is a time of immense change. It is full of discovery and exploring. Your life drastically changed when you stepped foot into treatment to work through your addiction and learn to better understand your mental health.Read More
The pattern of blaming others can be dangerous. When you constantly blame others, it can hinder growth, stifle learning, and impact relationships. If something goes wrong, try to think of it as a learning experience. Being able to acknowledge and learn from your mistakes is a necessary skill to have in life. This skill mayRead More
When we experience relationship conflict, it can impact many different areas of our life. That conflict can also stem from deeper issues, especially if those issues are not acknowledged and worked through. Mental health struggles have a way of impacting every area of a person’s life. If you find yourself struggling, know that you areRead More
Making the choice to go to treatment to face your addiction is a significant decision. It is a choice that affects not only you but also every single person in your family, especially your children. You were brave and strong to decide to get sober and put your health and family first. There is aRead More
Whether you struggle with anxiety, depression, addiction, trauma, or anything else in life, having a support system is essential. We all need support and having people you can be open with and rely on will help you through the difficult days of recovery. Understand Your Loneliness Understanding your emotions can be challenging. MentalRead More
Surrounding yourself with people who support and love you is a fantastic thing. We all need support at times. If you have gone through a hard time, you know how important it is to have people to lean on, talk to, and rely on. However, it has become harder and harder to form strong bondsRead More
Postpartum depression is widespread, yet stigma still surrounds it — so many people suffer in silence for fear of being judged. If you are experiencing postpartum depression, know you are not alone; many people and resources are available to help you and support you through your journey. Seeking professional help is encouraged if you thinkRead More