By Jennifer McDougall Alcohol abuse is a serious problem in the United States and around the world. The drinking culture in America has normalized binge drinking to the point where casual or…
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By Jennifer McDougall It can be tempting for many people, especially those in recovery, to shut out the world for days at a time, but how much isolation is too much? Because…
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By Jennifer McDougall Coping with events that disrupt our inner peace and shake us to the core can be upsetting. Knowing how to navigate through challenging emotions with a healthy approach is…
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By Jennifer McDougall It’s quite common for many people to get stuck in a rut from time to time; bored of the same routine, lacking excitement in day-to-day tasks. The trick is…
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Knowing the benefits of essential oils will help you understand the importance of incorporating them into your daily routine. From increased energy to pain relief and digestion help, essential oils have shown…
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By Dr. Kerri Heath “The cure for pain is in the pain.” -Rumi If you are searching for a rehab center, you are probably experiencing a lot of pain. The substances may…
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By Susan Finley, Ed.D., NCC “I learned that courage was not the absence of fear, but the triumph over it. The brave man is not he who does not feel afraid, but…
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By Jennifer McDougall “Confront the dark parts of yourself, and work to banish them with illumination and forgiveness. Your willingness to wrestle with your demons will cause your angels to sing. Use…
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By Susan Finley, Ed.D., NCC “It’s the repetition of affirmations that leads to belief. And once that belief becomes a deep conviction, things begin to happen.” – Muhammad Ali Self-Esteem begins to…
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By Susan Finley, Ed.D., NCC “Notice that the stiffest tree is most easily cracked, while the bamboo or willow survives by bending with the wind.”-Bruce Lee Exercise is an excellent tool for…
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by Jennifer McDougall “There is no cell culture for depression. You can’t see it on a bone scan or an x-ray. Not everyone with depression will show the same behavioral symptoms.” ― Chris…
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By Jennifer McDougall Those who struggle with constant mood swings often feel as though they cannot control what is happening to them. They may be happy one moment and in absolute despair the…
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By Jennifer McDougall Keeping your emotions in check can be difficult for those who have a mental illness, but it is generally something we should all learn how to manage. Balancing emotions…
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By Jennifer McDougall Have you ever felt so heartbroken and lost after a breakup or tragic loss that suddenly took you by surprise? Unfortunately, most rehab facilities don’t provide you with the…
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By Jennifer McDougall Loneliness is often times what causes people to run to drugs and alcohol for relief away from their misery. They might not admit it right away, but eventually they…
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By Jennifer McDougall “You can be happy if you are willing to let go of your past and leave yourself unencumbered so you can fly freely.” ― Chris Prentiss, Zen and the…
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Self-sabotage comes in many forms. It can be mental, emotional or physical. In human context, self–destructive behavior is a widely used phrase that conceptualizes certain kinds of destructive acts as belonging to…
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By Jennifer McDougall When we feel overwhelmed with the amount of physical, emotional, and mental pain that can come at us in all channels of life, its no wonder people take to great strife for relief. Those who…
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By Jennifer McDougall Pain is the most common reason behind addiction. It comes in many forms; physical, mental, and emotional pain. It stems from the brain and flows into your central nervous…
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By Jennifer McDougall Many of us have vitamin deficiencies that we are completely unaware of but need to recognize. One of the most common vitamin deficiencies is Vitamin D. Have you ever…