By Jennifer McDougall Recovering from addiction is about more than just breaking free from substance abuse—it’s about mending the damage it has caused in your life, particularly in your relationships. Healing broken…
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By Jennifer McDougall Being mindful means being aware and accepting of the present moment, your experiences, and sensations. It’s this therapeutic practice that helps ease your mind and body of anxiety, tension,…
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By Jennifer McDougall People often ask, “Why are you being so hard on yourself?” This usually happens when someone is not fully accepting of who they are. The judgment of oneself causes…
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By Jennifer McDougall The number of overdoses killing millions of Americans leave us to question, why don’t those who desperately need addiction treatment ever receive it? Some may ask, “What will it…
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By Jennifer McDougall Have you ever felt uncomfortable in a social setting where your nerves are racing around from beneath your skin, you feel overwhelmed and intense anxiety, and you want to…
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By Jennifer McDougall Do you ever get so busy you forget to take care of yourself? You get so caught up in the day-to-day motions of work, family, and all the plans…
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“When people who believe themselves to be addicts or alcoholics come under great stress or trauma, they mentally give themselves permission to drink or use drugs as a remedy.” ― Chris Prentiss,…
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Available to download on your Amazon Kindle A gift for You On April 16th, 2016, I will have been on this lovely planet for 80 years. People close to me ask what…
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By Jennifer McDougall Quitting nicotine can be tough. For many people, it doesn’t happen overnight and anyone who has ever tried to quit smoking cigarettes will tell you how difficult it is.…
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Cigarette addiction is one of the most common addictions around the world. An estimated 1 billion people worldwide smoke cigarettes; of those 1 billion people, 5 million die each year from nicotine…
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By Jennifer McDougall featuring Chris Prentiss “A relationship is like a garden. To create a condition that will cause your plants to thrive and produce abundantly, you must weed, water, fertilize, and…
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By Jennifer McDougall Addiction (defined as a state characterized by compulsive engagement in rewarding stimuli despite adverse consequences) generally begins with the desire to escape—pain, loss, heartache, rejection, discomfort, anxiety, chemical imbalances…
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By Jennifer McDougall Witnessing a loved one spiral out of control is heart-wrenching. The person you once knew has become angry, unstable, and quite possibly irresponsible. We know that you want to…
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By Jennifer McDougall In the vast tapestry of life, we often find ourselves searching for muses to ignite our imagination and drive. This spark of inspiration paints our world with vibrant shades,…
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Sparkling Rosemary Limeade Makes eight 5-ounce servings — or more, depending on dilution 1 cup lime juice (from about 6 limes) 3/4 cup sugar Peel of 2 limes Two 4-inch sprigs fresh…
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By Jennifer McDougall Self-destructive behavior can be subtle, yet it has a profound impact on the lives of those who engage in it—and the people around them. Whether it’s you or someone…
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By Jennifer McDougall Self-sabotage is a complex phenomenon that manifests in various mental, emotional, or physical forms. It’s a term that encapsulates the idea that certain destructive actions are directed at oneself.…
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By: Jennifer McDougall The signs and symptoms of drug or alcohol abuse can usually be recognized quickly. Sometimes though, it takes more time to notice the collective traits. If you are suspicious…
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By: Jennifer McDougall Massage therapy is one of the many treatment methods offered at Passages Addiction Treatment Centers in our quest in healing our client’s addiction. It actually has many benefits that can…
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By Jennifer McDougall In our lives, we often encounter various forms of physical, emotional, and mental pain. It’s an overwhelming experience that can push many towards seeking relief in less-than-ideal ways. Unfortunately,…
