Effects of Grudges on Addiction Recovery and Treatment. The Art of Letting Go Of Grudges If you are constantly bitter and resentful about the past you may be struggling to find happiness in the here and now. The act of holding a grudge, even when you have been wrongfully treated in the past, can be detrimental to your mental health and wellbeing. Healing from substance abuse often means that addicts need to let go of their grudges. If they don’t deal with the grudges, the bitterness can pull them back into an addiction without warning. Addiction and Resentment Those struggling with a substance abuse issue tend to have a lot […]

Exploring the Controversial Downsides of 12 Step Programs and Group Therapy Alcoholics Anonymous and all of the sister groups that this organization includes are a staple in the treatment of addiction. They have helped a lot of people, but they are also often presented as the only or the main viable alternative, emphasizing the benefits that it has. However, is it right for everyone? Are there any disadvantages to this model? Are you familiar with AA?  If not, here is a free report that gives you the basic information about this program and how it works. Very Informative. Click here to read the report. There are a lot of misconceptions […]

The Powerful 21/90 Rule in Addiction Recovery Turning Habits into a New and Healthy Lifestyle The road to a sober lifestyle is a long and rough one. Recovering from addiction brings about emotional, physical, and mental challenges that make the journey sometimes seem entirely impossible. It is essential to recognize that every challenge is a chance to grow and can be a powerful learning experience. Sobriety is all about self-discovery. It is also an opportunity to face the demons that led to your addiction problems. As you go through recovery, you will develop the strength and motivation to stay away from anything that might cause a relapse. There are many […]

Dealing With Abnormal Stress in Addiction Recovery and Treatment.   Stress is a part of life, and to some degree, it is a healthy thing to experience in moderation. Everyone goes through bad as well as good moments in life. Everyone has positive and negatives experiences, yet for those with an addiction, those negative moments are amplified. More often than not, an individual gets into drugs and alcohol to escape those negative feelings and emotions. However, as that individual falls into the throes of addiction, avoiding negativity is nearly impossible. The Stages of Change Rock bottom is a popular catchphrase in the world of addiction, and while the theory of […]

Exercise Importance in the Recovery and Treatment of Addiction Can Exercise Help in Treatment and Recovery? An effective treatment program for addiction is crucial if the goal is to escape the downward spiral an addiction can cause. Getting over an addiction isn’t simply going to a treatment center and undergoing the program they recommend. That’s the first step. The next step is to help an addict recover, and this isn’t easy. Recovery from addiction is a long and drawn out process that requires different methods to be successful. Most of the methods used in treating addictions are mental or psychological and require the help of therapists and councilors who are […]

Drug and Alcohol Addiction in America.  Trying to Understand Addiction by Looking at the Big Picture. What Does Addiction Mean? If you do something that is enjoyable, you will probably want to do it again. If you like it, you might do it a lot and develop a habit. Habits are typically harmless. However, some habits can turn into significant problems.  If the problem is big enough, it is an addiction. Addiction is where you have a psychological and physical need to indulge your addiction. It is where you are dependent on a particular substance, thing, or activity. With any addiction tolerance levels are a factor. Tolerance issues are where […]