The last few years of my sobriety have been anxiety-ridden, to say the least. From leaving an abusive relationship, moving to Palm Beach County, surviving a global pandemic, single motherhood, all the way to preparing my heart and my household for my son to start middle school this fall. These seemingly "normal" ebbs ... Read More
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How Fears of Abandonment May Mask Borderline Personality Disorder
Updated January 9, 2025 BPD brings many challenges, especially the fear of abandonment. This fear can disrupt emotional stability and affect decision-making, particularly in relationships. It can strain connections, causing turmoil for both the person with BPD and those close to them. To learn how to support ... Read More
What’s the Connection Between Addiction and Homelessness?
Homelessness and addiction have several misconceptions in common. For example, many think people become addicted to substances or become homeless as the result of the "bad choices" they made in life. They may think so-called "homeless drug addicts" are the way they are because of a moral defect or personality ... Read More
PSTD and Its Impact on Parenting
Parenting is stressful even under perfect circumstances. It becomes even more stressful to the family unit when the parent suffers from mental health issues such as PTSD. Growing up with a parent that suffers from PTSD can be equally if not more harrowing because of the negative impact it can have on the emotional ... Read More
What to Know About Survivor’s Guilt After an Overdose
Losing a close friend or family member to addiction is traumatic, especially when the loss is unexpected. For addiction survivors, the pain is often compounded by overwhelming guilt, feelings of responsibility or even wondering why they should live while their loved one died. Survivor's guilt is profound and left ... Read More
The Minister’s Guide to Addiction and Mental Health Help
Ministers are among the most over-worked, underpaid members of the workforce, and for many in this occupation, stress and burnout lead to mental health problems and substance abuse. Few enter into ministry for the paycheck; even the bright-eyed grad student with a drive to help others grow in their faith is aware that ... Read More
5 Tips for Using the Serenity Prayer to Improve Mental Health
The Serenity Prayer is a common tool in the fight against addiction, serving as a central resource for those in 12-step programs of all kinds. Even for those who aren't religious, this prayer can offer the guidance necessary to accept addiction and make meaningful steps toward recovery. However, the prayer isn't ... Read More
Growing Up with an Addicted Parent
Growing up with drug-addicted parents is never ideal, but it's a reality faced by millions of families in the United States. Over 21 million Americans live with a substance use disorder, indicating a significant issue that affects far more than one's personal well-being. Addiction can impact life in many ways, from ... Read More
