The nationwide lockdowns that came during the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic had a profound impact on the ways people around the world connected with others, fulfilled school and work obligations and took care of their own mental health. For Philip Baldwin, faith was essential for making it through three months ... Read More
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While the days when executives like Don Draper enjoyed morning cocktails in their corner offices may be mostly in the past, the modern corporate world isn't without toxic traits. Today's high-level workers still face company culture peer pressure that can be difficult to oppose. Is it about the need to act ... Read More
5 Questions to Ask Before Dating Someone in Recovery
Dating a recovering addict can be challenging, but like any relationship, it can also be very rewarding. There's no reason to fear dating someone in recovery, but before you do, you should make sure you're not under any misconceptions about what the experience will be like. There are unique risks to forming an ... Read More
Night Owl or Early Bird? The Mental Health Significance
When it comes to sleep, we each have our particular preferences. We might insist on a certain side of the bed. We might require total darkness or a certain thread count for sheets. In some beds, cats and dogs are welcome; in others, not so much. Our preferences also impact when we go to sleep and how long we sleep. ... Read More
Dean and Oscar: The Inspirational Story of a Man and His Dog
The “First Responder Paws Therapy Dog Award” is now in its second year and accepting applications, so we wanted to update you on the original therapy dog team that made it all possible: veteran firefighter Dean Moreno and his yellow lab Oscar. The pair has been supporting first responders and their community of ... Read More
5 Simple Ways to Practice Gratitude in Recovery
"Practice gratitude" is one of those platitudes that seems like it belongs in script on a wall next to Live, Laugh, Love. And while it may sound a bit "hippie" and spiritual, learning how to practice gratitude is strongly encouraged by most therapists and counselors. In fact, one study revealed that nurses who ... Read More
5 Worst Gifts to Give Someone in Recovery (and What to Give Instead)
If you struggle with finding the perfect gift for someone, you're not alone! For someone in recovery, though, this would be a pretty unthoughtful gift! We've put together a list of some of the most problematic gifts you could give someone in recovery, why you should think twice about them, and some better ... Read More
Singer Robbie Williams Reveals His Mental Health Struggles
Robbie Williams, an icon in the UK, is also famous globally, with more than 70 million records sold. His career shot off to an amazing start at only 16 years old when he became the singer for the boy band Take That. After five years and six chart-topping singles, Williams went on to pursue a highly successful solo ... Read More