Scales, Feathers, or Fur: How Pets Aid Recovery
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Apr 15, 2021
Pets and their positive relationships with their owners are not a new concept. There has been plenty of evidence to demonstrate the healing benefits of having a pet. It is also no question that being a pet parent can have a beneficial effect on so many aspects of your life in recovery. It influences your mental, emotional, and even professional wellbeing. If you have not yet considered a pet, or are wondering if having a pet can help benefit you, then let's take a look at the responsibilities and rewards that caring for a pet can offer.
How Do We Stop the Stigma Behind Mental Health Disorders?
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Apr 14, 2021
Many people who struggle with mental health disorders do not seek help. According to the National Center for Biotechnology Information, as many as 70% of people struggle with a mental health disorder on a global scale. Among the various reasons people avoid seeking help is because they have reservations about being treated differently by their family, friends, and strangers. Consequently, when undiagnosed and untreated, your symptoms can lead to a loss of professional or personal relationships.
Cannabis and Creativity Don't Go Hand-in-Hand
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Apr 11, 2021
There aren't many people who would claim that drugs and other substances are good for you. Nor would they claim that they could make you more successful in life. However, there is a common belief that marijuana is different from most other drugs. Among these beliefs is that marijuana, or cannabis, can help inspire thoughts and creativity. Research shows that some who frequently use cannabis say that its mind-altering effects – the "high" – are also beneficial. They claim that it helps to relax them, which allows them to approach challenges and obstacles with clarity and calm. However, some may question how much of this theory results from the drug's direct impact and how much of it is perceived. You have likely heard artists such as actors and musicians tout cannabis' benefits, but are they only getting creative with the facts?
Touch Deprivation: How Does Touch Affect Our Physical and Mental State?
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Apr 10, 2021
Touch deprivation refers to the desire for physical contact that people may experience after receiving little to no physical interaction with others for some time. After nearly a year of following guidelines set in place due to COVID-19, many individuals have undergone mental and physical duress, including sacrificing even the most basic needs, including human interaction.
Wilderness and Replenishment in Recovery
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Apr 8, 2021
There is a healing ability offered in nature that cannot be explained or quantified. Nature has the innate ability to inspire, uplift, heal and bring the balance that nurtures and restores the body, mind, and soul. Surrounding yourself with nature can provoke thoughts surrounding your life's direction, the choices you make, and even motivate you to take the chances you have been putting on hold. Sometimes taking time to stop and look around you is all you need to remind yourself of all there is in life to appreciate and ponder. A stroll in nature might be all it takes to push you forward toward finding success.
How Do You Remain Positive When The News Creates Negative Feelings
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Apr 7, 2021
It is no secret that as human beings, we are always aware of and absorbing what we see and hear all around us; what we do absorb — whether willingly or unwillingly — can have either a negative or positive effect. Among one of the more notorious stressors is the news. In times of great duress and uncertainty, the news has been essential in providing us with information to help people navigate the “new normal.” Still, it has also become a triggering source in regards to things we cannot control. Therefore, the news might leave us feeling helpless.
Stepping Outside Your Comfort Zone
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Apr 5, 2021
Among the most common pieces of advice for getting ahead in life is being able to step outside of your comfort zone. In its simplicity, this advice offers you the opportunity for personal and professional growth in helping exceed your expectations. Stepping outside of your comfort zone is also an easy anecdote to repeat to yourself, somewhat like a mantra. Getting outside your comfort zone could mean changing careers, moving, or making new friends. However, the “comfort zone” is also a philosophy that can quickly become misinterpreted.
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How Do You Overcome Loneliness in Recovery?
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Apr 4, 2021
Addiction is a socially isolating disease; therefore, social support for recovery is an essential element for lasting recovery. However, addiction can be debilitating and create obstacles and a lack of motivation to reach out to others for comfort. Not connecting with loved and trusted ones only creates more physical and emotional distance. Understand that loneliness can become a common experience in both addiction and recovery.
Becoming a Better Friend by Building Social Bonds
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Mar 3, 2021
Healthy relationships are essential in life, especially in recovery. The bonds you share with friends, family, and peers from support groups impact your mental and physical wellbeing. You should never underestimate the power of a strong bond, nor should you ever subscribe to the “go-it-alone” ideology. Studies even show that having a variety of relationships helps to reduce stress and heart-related risks. Strong social ties lead to a longer life. Alternatively, loneliness and isolation lead to poorer health, depression, and shortened life. Although you learn social skills early on in life, you are never too old to improve relationships.
Enriching Your Life in Recovery
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Mar 3, 2021
It’s no secret that addiction can leave behind a void. For however long, you’ve subconsciously built your life around satisfying your habit; once you get out from under it, you might feel a strange emptiness. It’s common for people in recovery to start exercising with extreme vigor or dive into new hobbies to fill that void. You may not hit the gym right away, but sooner or later you’ll have to confront the newfound amount of time and energy you suddenly have.