Today is EMS Recognition Day and the culmination of National EMS Week. It’s an annual celebration of the men and women, mothers and fathers, spouses and partners who are always the first to respond to medical emergencies. From drownings and overdoses to heart attacks and car accidents, the life-harrowing moments that ... Read More
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Breaking the Cycle of Self-Isolating and Depression – An Interview with Dr. Michael Jochananov
Updated September 19, 2023 Table of Contents Reasons People Self-Isolate Practical Tips for Breaking the Cycle of Self-Isolating and Depression How a Therapist Can Help Address Depression and Self-Isolating Tendencies How to Know When to Seek Help During the Social Distancing Era How to Help a Loved ... Read More
Taking Care of Mental Health During Isolation
The drive to seek human connection is a powerful one. It's hardwired into our DNA; from an evolutionary standpoint, people who sought out relationships with others were more likely to make it to adulthood and reproduce. Hunter-gatherer societies in which people cooperated and collaborated with one another thrived. For ... Read More
5 Ways to Embrace a Spiritual Connection with Nature
Modern living is consistently packed with the hustle and bustle of too many tasks, unrelenting technological advancements, too many people to please, too many fears, and seemingly not enough time. Add on the complexity of living in recovery from addiction and it can be overwhelming, frustrating, and absolutely ... Read More
How Online AA Meetings Can Help Your Recovery, and Where to Find Them
Alcoholics Anonymous is one of the many tools available to individuals recovering from substance abuse. It provides an opportunity to interact with others who are experiencing the same thing you are, right in the trenches with you. AA is a large organization, with more than 115,000 groups around the world. It’s been ... Read More
5 Benefits of Self-Care for Mothers in Recovery
As a mother in recovery, I have had quite the experience of raising two beautiful children while also working a full-time job and maintaining my sobriety. Recovery is full of ups and downs for all of us, and especially adventurous for the mothers in recovery. By nature, mothers are often nurturing, compassionate ... Read More
How to Break a Bad Habit: Advice to Achieve Your Goals
When the world seems uncertain, setting new goals can be a way to feel a sense of empowerment. However, it may be difficult to know where to begin. Whether you're looking to break bad habits or start good ones, it's crucial to invest some time in making a game plan to be successful. This is the Time of Year For ... Read More
Building Your Resume in Recovery
You’re working through recovery and feeling empowered by all that you’ve learned about substance abuse and mental health. Now, you’re working towards getting back into the workforce, a logical step in the progression of your treatment. How do you complete a resume for returning to work if there are big gaps in it from ... Read More