Optimism is good. It’s debatable whether it’s completely better than pessimism, but it’s good. It really is – in all avenues of life, looking at the bright side of things will help you get further. You can avoid victimizing yourself for no good reason and avoid feeling sorry for yourself or pitying your situation, and […]
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In the interest of being subjective, it’s important to see addiction from a more medical, scientifically-accurate point of view. An addiction occurs on two levels – usually when we describe an addiction, it’s a behavioral issue that has to do with compulsive consumption or a substance despite clear harm. For example, an alcoholic might be […]
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Addiction is a challenge. It can be a scourge, a disease, a wound – but to the individual struggling with it, it is also an opportunity for immense personal growth. If you can beat a drug addiction, then you’ve come a long way, experienced a great deal of emotions and troubles, and most likely forged […]
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Solo sobriety isn’t unheard of, even if it’s a challenge. Often enough, people don’t need rehab, AA, group therapy or other recovery programs to get through their addiction issue – instead, they hold onto their own discipline and by sheer willpower, force their way through the early stages of the recovery, and follow through with […]
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The group has always been emphasized in the recovery process, and for a good reason. Being in a group helps most people. It gives them the confidence to try new things. To lower their inhibitions and open up to new possibilities. To learn ways to cope emotionally. To learn to trust others again, and eventually […]
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Recovery isn’t a very linear process. Like life itself, there are going to be several ups and downs, times when you feel better and when you feel worse. There’s a saying that there are days like rocks and days like diamonds. And no matter what you do, the nature of addiction is that often enough […]
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People are social animals – we rely on each other for survival, romance, friendship, entertainment. We cling to our parents, develop non-familial bonds with others, and fall in love. It’s through cooperation that we form tribes, build and break civilizations, and advance. But the way we interact with each other is different on an individual […]
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Addiction is defined as an obsessive bond between a person and a substance or behavior. When you’re addicted to something, you’re bound to it – psychologically, and in some cases physically, to the point that it interferes with your work and other living responsibilities. Escaping severe addiction isn’t just hard – it’s like going against […]
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Recovery methods or tools that have been put into place to help keep you on a sober path are not a one size fits all type of deal. Everyone is different. What works for one, may not work for others. And, not liking your program will almost definitely hinder your success. Many people find that […]
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Rehabilitation can sometimes be a lifesaver on the road to recovery. However, drug addiction and rehab aren’t always paired with each other. Often, rehab isn’t necessary to overcome drug addiction. But that begs the question: when is it necessary? Before we can answer that, however, it’s important that we first find out what rehab is, […]
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