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Why You Should Embrace the Old You
Mar 3, 2021
One of the biggest goals for most people in recovery is to avoid making the same mistakes that they made in the past and to instead make healthier decisions. As you move through the process of recovery, remember that the best use for your old mistakes is to learn from them, forgive yourself, and accept yourself as you are. The psychological component of your recovery is best served by receiving therapy, developing healthy emotional outlets, and understanding the importance of treating yourself with kindness, grace, and forgiveness--both the you that you are now, and the you that you were in the past.
How to Reawaken Your Passion for Life
Mar 3, 2021
Now that we’re starting a new year and are learning to live with COVID-19, it might be a good time to think about going back to your regular life. If so, make sure you put your safety first and foremost. Many of us spent the past ten months with no hugs, no visiting our elderly family members, and no ability to enjoy large parts of our lives like we used to. Until we have better knowledge of how much longer COVID is going to keep us in this position, it’s in your best interests to understand that you can have a life filled with fun and passion without involving risky activities which could get you sick. You can still make choices that will uplift you and carry you through the year with a positive attitude. Take this chance to reawaken your passions. Now is the time to open up to your support network, revisit your favorite hobbies, and explore new activities.
Finding the Right Accountability Partner
Mar 3, 2021
Recovery is a challenging road to walk. You may have already seen the powerful impact that other people can have on your sobriety by providing support, guidance, and professional help. One of the most important roles in your recovery will be your accountability partner: someone who specifically works to hold you to your goals and ensure that you’re keeping on track. As such, it’s a position of great responsibility. Here’s how to choose an accountability partner who’ll help you focus on achieving success in sobriety.
The Power of Meditation
Mar 3, 2021
“The mind is a terrible thing to waste” may be one of the truest sayings we know. Your mind controls your body, after all. It dictates how we communicate with others and how we perceive ourselves. With that in mind, you want to take great care of your brain. One of your most effective tools for mental maintenance is simply meditation. While it won’t replace medications or professional treatment, meditation can be highly useful in managing mental disorders, stress, and recovery from addiction, especially when combined with medical help. Meditation can be a powerful source of energy and mindfulness that helps you be prepared to handle anything that comes your way.
What to Do First Once You’re Back Home
Mar 3, 2021
Once you’re home from treatment, detox, or whatever steps you took to get sober, you have the rest of your life to look forward to…except that things are different now, aren’t they? Between the new rules you’ve established for yourself (no more hanging out at Eddie’s, gotta check in with my sponsor tomorrow) to the list of goals that may now be hovering at the back of your mind (pay off my debts by the summer, sign up for online classes, start working out) it might seem as though you barely recognize your day-to-day life anymore. Here are some suggestions for ways to take initiative and intentionally live your new life to serve your own best interests.
“New Year, New Me”
Mar 3, 2021
Many people see the new year as an opportunity to leave old habits and behaviors in the past. Some of us have habits which really should be left behind, and just due to fads or trends. Certain habits can be harmful, now or down the line. Smoking cigarettes, overindulging in drugs or alcohol, overeating, spending too much time on social media, even hitting the snooze button every morning: some bad habits are directly harmful, and others, which might seem innocent, can block you from being the best you can be.
When Is the Right Time to Switch Careers?
Mar 3, 2021
As you complete the acute parts of treatment and recovery, you may find yourself looking ahead to your immediate future. Many people take this chance to make major changes in other areas of life. One of the biggest opportunities you have right now is the chance to renew your career. Whether or not you’re comfortable with your current employment, take the time to evaluate whether your job and your sobriety complement one another. Even if they do, you may be ready to make a change.
What is Failure to Launch Syndrome?
Mar 3, 2021
It can be difficult and frustrating to embark on the journey of living independently. You are leaving behind the comfort and security of home and, for the first time, taking a chance on yourself. You also worry that perhaps you have inhibited something to interfere with your growth, possibly characteristics of tending to be a little dependent, lazy, or unmotivated. These characteristics can become bad habits that limit your growth, thus sparking your failure to launch syndrome. However, such a diagnosis is so complex that you might wonder if you are using the term correctly to identify yourself and your situation. Looking at the definition of failure to launch and its influencing factors can help you determine if this is something that you need help with overcoming.
How to Face Challenges with Positivity
Mar 3, 2021
There are times throughout life when stress causes people to feel overwhelmed and incapable of overcoming the challenges presented. It is normal to experience these feelings at different times; however, adopting an attitude of “I can't” rather than “I can” may become an ongoing problem that starts to influence every facet of your livelihood. Soon your motivation and your productivity diminish until you only have negative thoughts and behaviors. When this happens, it is a clear sign that it is time to turn things around. To do this will take the help of positivity. Shifting your outlook from negative to positive helps you begin to see the greater possibilities in your life. However, you might be wondering how you can generate some positive momentum.
Change Your Habits and Move Towards Success
Mar 3, 2021
At different points in life, making the right decisions can be difficult. Such challenges include making decisions regarding your mental and physical wellbeing. When it comes to matters surrounding the choices you make that will influence your mental and physical wellbeing, you might defer to old habits. These behaviors could harm how you manage and motivate yourself to succeed. These old habits might include adopting a poor diet, neglecting self-care, or isolating yourself when handling a stressful situation. While success depends on many factors, your habits influence a large part of this process.