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Coming Out of Our Comfort Zones: Recovery From Addiction - by Candace Plattor- Understanding Addiction - by Submitted on Oct 30, 2011 from Jenna PopeThere are five things that characterize addiction: 1. It is a disease (an involuntary disability). 2. It is often progressive and fatal. (It gets worse with time and you can die from it.) 3. There are adverse consequences. (These can be psychological, physical, occupational, legal, ...
Views: 907(1 vote) - Alcohol Addiction: Alcoholism Is A Disease - by Submitted on May 06, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraWhen we hear the word addiction it's apparently connected to drugs or alcohol. When you realize you could no longer control your alcohol intake, you can somewhat call it as a kind of disease. And that's what you call alcohol addiction. When we talk about disease, it's certainly sure that you ...
Views: 906 - Like To Be In Control? - BigLife.ws - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2008 from Keith BrayWhen we live with fear and a lack of self confidence, we need to be in control. Do you see the need to control people, places and things in yourself? Daily, I use the serenity prayer, and on some days, with great frequency. In my professional life, it is easy to slip in to this mode and to be ...
Views: 905 - Simplicity - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2008 from Keith BrayThere is an old expression that rings true so often. “I could complicate the Lord’s Prayer”. Not withstanding that the Lord’s Prayer is a complicated document, I think we all know the intended thought behind complicating it. Often wonder how nice it would be to walk the ...
Views: 905 - The Face In The Mirror - by Submitted on Aug 21, 2008 from Keith BrayI like others, can be sensitive to what others say, and what I perceive they think, about me? Can anyone relate? I have a very deep faith that the higher power in my life exists within (as well as outside) me. As I go through my journey, and with the beliefs I have, I must be mindful that ...
Views: 905 - Medical Consequences of Drug Abuse - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2013 from Lara SchusterThe medical consequences of drug abuse can extend far beyond the changes that a life can suffer from simply taking drugs. In the immediate sense, relationships deteriorate, finances deplete, there is job loss and students drop out of school, but the real consequences of drug abuse is the impact ...
Views: 904 - What Is Addiction? - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2009 from Chad RatliffeAddiction is a condition characterized by repeated, compulsive seeking and use of drugs, alcohol or other similar substances despite adverse social, mental and physical consequences. It is usually accompanied by psychological and physical dependence on the abused substance and the appearance of ...
Views: 904 - MENTAL VIGILANCE AND MINDFULNESS - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2019 from GLENDA GARCIAWe should always be a little wary of our minds, especially of our default, automatic feelings, thoughts and responses. Left to their own devices, our minds can be great troublemakers. The ego is concerned for self only. It does not live for others. It lives for safety and gratification, not ...
Views: 902 - The Best Drug and Alcohol Treatment Center Guide - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2011 from Darren KingCongratulations! You just decided to quit drinking and/ taking drugs. But what is the next step? Enter a treatment center. You have other concerns like your painful and grueling withdrawal experience, cravings and negative feelings due to substance dependence. Though you have decided to ...
Views: 902 - ADVANTAGES OF GETTING ADDICTION TREATMENT AWAY FROM HOME - by Submitted on Nov 26, 2018 from M Nasir AzizIntroduction Once you made the decision to quite and see the help you might start to wonder what is going to give you the best chance of success. You may be at crossroads in deciding whether to treat yourself at home or a recovery treatment center away from home. However, some addicts ...
Views: 899 - Facebook Addiction - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2011 from celine tanAddiction is often a loose term, but an “addict” means someone who could spend more time on his/her “habit,” often sacrificing work, friends and even their loved ones. Anything can be addictive, and Facebook, addiction is one of many social media that may turn you into an “addict” in no ...
Views: 899 - Impulsive Gambling Symptoms, Causes and Effects - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2021 from Mike MedsenBetting is one of the most tricky of human indecencies, as it presents the dream of pain free income yet can rapidly prompt money related ruin. The chances are never in support of yourself whether it is poker, blackjack or whatever else; betting is an effective industry on the grounds that the ...
Views: 897 - Detoxification During Drug Rehab - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2012 from Meekah TomlinsonDrug rehab programs help thousands of addicts across the country make lasting recoveries every year. Although most laypeople and even medical professionals once viewed addiction as a matter of willpower, drug rehab specialists now recognize that it is a neurological disease which requires ...
Views: 896(1 vote) - How to Prepare for and Effectively Complete Addiction Withdrawals - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2020 from Meghan BelnapAddiction treatment is a long process that requires intense periods of recovery. This recovery journey is marked by very strong withdrawal symptoms as your body adjusts to life with substance use. Make sure you’re prepared to get through this withdrawal period as you work to achieve sobriety by ...
Views: 896 - Long-Term Strategies for Alcohol Addiction Treatment - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2012 from Laszeros ChandlersonClinical alcohol addiction treatment helps thousands of alcoholics make lasting recoveries every year. Breakthroughs in neuroscience and psychology have allowed addiction specialists to develop extremely effective alcohol addiction treatment methods. The effectiveness of these treatments lies ...
Views: 895(1 vote) - Balance-Have You Got It? - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2008 from Keith BrayFrom post at www.hopeserenity.ca I got up early this morning, and while taking my quiet time, the word BALANCE kept playing through my head. I have the privledge of coaching several people and helping them to articulate and move towards goals in various parts of their lives. As well, I do a ...
Views: 894 - Christian drug rehab centers - by Submitted on Feb 20, 2012 from Franklin ConwayAddictive disorders affect millions of Americans. Indeed, addictions and dependency problems don't stop with alcohol and illicit drugs. There are many kinds of addictive and related disorders that involve sex, gambling, shopping, work, overeating, exercise and internet use. Addiction and ...
Views: 894(1 vote) - Gift of Life Recovery - by Submitted on Jun 02, 2009 from Keith BrayA week ago, I was facing surgery for the first time since I underwent a psychic change through the process of recovery. Lets be honest, the surgery was not life threatening although what was being corrected caused constant pain. I was not thrilled by the thought of someone cutting my groin area, ...
Views: 894(1 vote) - Harmful Effect of Alcohol Consumption - by Submitted on Jul 25, 2020 from Nabil AhsanAlcohol is a psychoactive element with dependence-producing properties Which has been broadly used in many cultures all over the world.It causes different disease, social and economical burden in societies when it is used harmfully.The result of using more alcohol can affect other people,such as ...
Views: 894 - Long-Term Strategies for Addiction Rehabilitation - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2012 from Laszeros ChandlersonDrastic, rapid, and long-lasting lifestyle changes are the focus of today’s rehab programs – and the reason they are so effective. Keeping addicts away from drugs while they live at their clinics is simple, but post-treatment sobriety is another matter entirely. Addiction is an incurable ...
Views: 894(1 vote) - Patience. What Is It? - by Submitted on Aug 09, 2008 from Keith BrayPatience is bitter, but its fruit is sweet. --Lida Clarkson We all want life to unfold according to our plan. After all, we are certain we know what's best for us. But hindsight quickly reminds us that few, if any, of us had included recovery in a Twelve Step program as part of our life's plan. ...
Views: 892 - Improve Your Life by Giving Up Drinking - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2011 from Brent P CullenIf you are one of those people who have been drinking alcohol for a long time, then it is high time to quit drinking and better your life. Binge drinking can lead to serious consequences in your life such as losing control over what you say and do. There are many alcoholics who have trouble ...
Views: 891 - Resentments: Got Any? - by Submitted on Dec 29, 2008 from Keith BrayWith the emotions that go along with Christmas, the topic of resentments is a good one. For many years in my not too distant past, I came out of the Christmas season with some pretty good resentment. They didn’t appreciate; I didn’t get; she said; they should have; they did….. ...
Views: 891 - Dealing with Depression after Detox - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2013 from Lara Schuster14 million Americans are affected each year by depression after detox, according to studies conducted by The National Institute of Mental Health. The result is that 7 percent of the population struggle with depression and substance abuse recovery. Unfortunately, the NIMH results were unclear as ...
Views: 890 - Family Interventions for Addicts - Who should attend the intervention? - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2022 from Eric JosselynHere's one of the ways that a professional interventionist or intervention specialist can really help your family. Do you feel like you are losing a battle to get your loved one to commit to alcohol treatment or drug rehab? Are the family members in disagreement about what is the right way to ...
Views: 890 - How To Quit smoking? Guide for Becoming a Non-Smoker - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2007 from Nenad MolerovicMost smokers are afraid that they can’t quit, that cigarettes are more powerful than they are. Actually this is fear from the fear, because if you are still smoking, how can you know that it’s hard without cigarettes? This is a result from your habit that is controlling you so much ...
Views: 889 - Social Media Detox - by Submitted on Nov 10, 2020 from candice flynnSocial media is that the new addiction. you're constantly switching from one social media app to a different mindlessly. From watching stories on Instagram to retweeting on Twitter, social media may be a huge component of our lives today! actually , the typical person spends a minimum of 1 hour ...
Views: 889(1 vote) - Your Own Hero? - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2008 from Keith BrayCan You Relate? You are the hero of your life. This statement is the foundation behind my journey and a new life (now 14 years and counting) and the true fundamental principal that drives my coaching practice. YOU MUST BE THE HERO OF YOUR OWN LIFE. Coaching can help you find that hero! Each of ...
Views: 888 - Overcoming Addiction Gently and Effectively - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2009 from Dan AdrianThere are many ways you can approach overcoming addiction - some techniques work much better than others, while some are bound to fail in most cases, and identifying the best (or most adequate) technique for you is much more important than most people think. For example, when trying to quit ...
Views: 886 - Why I'm Here - by Submitted on Sep 24, 2008 from Keith BrayWhy I'm Here * View * Edit Posted September 23rd, 2008 by Keith First and foremost, I'm here to attract clients. I am a life coach who has helped clients to achieve the results they want, and have also helped others to create a life journey that is free from the effects of ...
Views: 886 - Someone Gave Me A Compass - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2008 from Keith BraySomeone Gave Me A Compass Early in my journey, someone gave me a compass. What the heck is this about I wondered? One of the great discoveries I have made as I get stronger on the journey, the divine spirit I know is there trusts me enough to give me freedom of choice. This spirit is also the ...
Views: 885 - 4 Reasons Why People Are Not Successful in Treatment - by Submitted on Jun 08, 2013 from Lara SchusterMaking the decision to get help for your drug and alcohol abuse is difficult, yet many people are not successful in rehab treatment. Alcohol and drug rehab treatment is not something that should be half way attempted or half considered. In order to ensure success, there needs to be a commitment ...
Views: 884 - Addicition: Say No to Cold Turkey - by Many detoxification procedures have received criticism for acting so uniform in design that the ability to assimilate effectively into a drug treatment program can become subdued thus impeding the recovery process. Due to this issue, CARE Florida, a holistic Florida-based drug rehab clinic, ...
Views: 884 - Detox From Heroin - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2019 from John KahalHaving a necessary understanding of what to expect during Detox From Heroin can help an individual prepare for this first step toward recovery. Although detox from heroin is an unpleasant experience, going through detox and withdrawal is not life threatening and an individual will have plenty ...
Views: 884 - Identify your internet game addiction - by Submitted on Nov 28, 2011 from battle horseInternet addiction or video game addictions choose to be the most trending topics of USA. What do such addictions actually mean? Spending time infact an ample amount of time online surfing or playing games or may be chatting with friends is any obvious overdose if you do it for hours at a ...
Views: 884 - Unhappy Hour-A Story Of Alcoholism And Survival - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2008 from Alan ButterworthHow much abuse can your body take? One man's journey to the depths of alcohol addiction, and what it took for him to overcome it. Friday, 17 march 2000. D-day and the sun was shining in Margate. My bedside clock said 5.15am and I was fully awake. The night had passed like so many others in ...
Views: 884 - Alcoholism is a Family Disease: Helping Alcoholic Families Understand Intervention - by Submitted on Dec 17, 2011 from Daniel FeerstThe debilitating and destructive nature of alcoholism is never contained to just the afflicted individual. It spreads its harmful effects far and wide, with those closest to the alcoholic bearing the brunt of its force. If you are a family member of an alcoholic, you are most likely ...
Views: 883(1 vote) - Relationships - by Submitted on May 12, 2009 from Keith BrayWith “Mother’s Day” just past, what a better a topic to think about than relationships? They have such a huge impact on every facet of life. My relationship (like many men) with my mother was a troubled one. I was the victim of abuse, and did not feel safe or like I belonged as a child. My ...
Views: 883(1 vote) - Insanity? Restored to? - by Submitted on Aug 07, 2008 from Keith BrayInsanity? Restored to? I think we all go through rollercoaster rides. Even though I’ve been on the recovery journey for a while, things happen, we face stress, and even though we try to turn it over, a black cloud appears! This isn’t the first one I’ve had, nor will it be the ...
Views: 882 - Tips to Stop Drinking Alcohol - Overcome Your Addiction - by Submitted on May 06, 2013 from Frank BellWhen you are consuming too much alcohol, you are not only hurting yourself but also those around you. Alcohol addiction, also known as alcoholism, is a very common affliction that is experienced by teens and adults all over the world. yourself but also those around you. Alcohol addiction, also ...
Views: 881(1 vote) - How Can Mindfulness Help You Overcome an Addiction? - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2018 from Rachelle WilberMindfulness describes a concept that’s all about consciousness. It’s about being in tune with the things that are going on around you at this specific moment. Meditation is a big part of mindfulness, too. If you’re an addict who wants to leave that lifestyle behind, mindfulness may be able to ...
Views: 880 - Procrastination-Summer Is Over - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2008 from Keith BrayHard to believe, what we consider summer is over. School is back in, traffic is back to insane, and they days are definitely getting shorter. Seeing September 2 pop up in my calendar is shocking. There are so many things I had said to myself I would do over the summer, and of course, a lot of ...
Views: 880 - Why Holistic Treatment for an Opiate Addiction is Unsafe - by Submitted on May 10, 2013 from Lara SchusterHolistic remedies or the natural approach have become increasingly popular among individuals. Acupuncture, meditation, vitamin therapy and yoga have each served as a mind, body and spirit substitute to detox and other rehab. However, all drug abuse cannot be safely addressed by a holistic ...
Views: 880 - Seeing The Past - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2008 from Keith Bray-flashback to my 20’s, it’s not me today I went to a concert over the weekend to see Credence Clearwater Revival, or what’s left of the group. The music was great, it really was good old rock and roll, but the feelings were funny! There was a lot of gray hair in the crowd, ...
Views: 879 - What Are Alcohol Withdrawal Symptoms? - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2013 from Lara SchusterUnfortunately the reason many individuals do not get the help that they need for their alcohol abuse is because they are afraid of experiencing painful withdrawal symptoms. Perhaps they have heard a few of the horror stories and now they are too scared to get help. It is important to understand ...
Views: 879(1 vote) - The Educated Reduce the Changes of Alcohol Abuse - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2011 from Ari NovickCan One Stop Being an Addict? Is there a secret to no longer craving drugs or alcohol and stop addiction? To date, some alcoholics are given Antabuse, a powerful drug that makes anyone who consumes an alcoholic beverage very sick. While the drug is effective, it is still not the antidote to ...
Views: 876(1 vote) - Types of Alcohol Rehabilitation Centers - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2012 from Alaya LewisAlcohol rehabilitation centers offer medical attention and care to the patients who have had bad past of drug abuse or alcohol abuse. People who want to recover from these miseries and lead a healthy life all over again should get in touch with one of such rehabilitation centers. There are ...
Views: 876(1 vote) - Am I An Alcoholic? - by Submitted on Jun 14, 2013 from Lara SchusterIf the question, “Am I an alcoholic” has crossed your mind at least once, then you must think that you may need help with your alcohol abuse. It may be helpful to know that there are a number of online websites that offer self assessments to help you. The websites require you to consider your ...
Views: 875 - What Makes Opioids So Addictive and How to Break Free - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2020 from Meghan BelnapApproximately 21 to 29% of chronic pain patients who are prescribed opioids eventually misuse them, and as many as 12% of those patients will go on to develop an addiction disorder. Many of these patients also resort to purchasing drugs from the black market or using street drugs like heroin. ...
Views: 875 - How could she do this to me - A story of an adult child of an alcoholic - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2009 from Karen reganW hen I was a kid I couldn't understand how my alcoholic Mother could " do this to me". I used to say " What kind of a Mother would treat her kids this way?" From the embarrassment of her being on the kitchen floor during a dinner party with her friends as my dad hissed at her "get up!" to ...
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