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It's such an important thing to be kinder to ourselves but yes we take it for granted so easily. It's good to have a reminder that we need to be more...
I like the idea of a program that involves a structure like the 12 steps, however, as an atheist I find the religious nature off-putting. I don't...
I really struggle with this too. And I know this is going to sound really flippant, but I've been using a strategy that was inspired from the tv show...
If you're worried then you need to sit down with him and tell him about your concerns that his drinking has gone beyond "normal". It might help to...
For me the first step came when I hit a crisis point and was able to finally acknowledge I had a problem. Telling close friends and family was hard...
I think triggers will be diferent for everyone but I'd say people should avoid them if they are not sure if it'd be a personal trigger for them....
I find it definitely helps to practice a relaxing bedtime ritual. Lately I've been listening to guided sleep meditation when I go to bed. This helps...
You say that you find it hard to quit because you rationalize that the addiction isn't impacting you negatively. Maybe then you should consider why...
This really hits home for me. My challenge was when I started having panic attacks. Then it progressed into a full on breakdown. I can look back on...
Great answer. I'm way too shy and embarrassed to truly thank those who deserve it. It's hard to just be so blunt. Plus you can never really pay them...
First one that came to mind for me is Anthony Kiedis, lead singer of the Red Hot Chili Peppers. He grew up around drugs as his dad was a user and a...
Thanks Juno I hadn't heard of that one, it sounds interesting. I like that he makes the point that addiction isn't a moral failing. There is such a...
Thanks so much angelicagapit, it sounds like an ideal book. Looks like a book that wouldn't be too much of a trigger, so thank you for the great...
It's such a hard balance. For me it helps to remember to be kinder to myself, if I slip up I have a tendency to be way too hard on myself and then,...
