If you have a loved one, a spouse or partner, a family member, or a friend, who passed away from addiction, you may be feeling a wide variety of emotions. Loss from addiction can result in more complicated and conflicting feelings that can be difficult to accept and process. This…
Do you have a loved one with a drug, alcohol, or gambling addiction? Whether it’s your spouse or partner, a family member, or a friend, it can greatly impact your life and well being. When you are caring for someone else – whether it’s because of addiction or not –…
April is Earth Month, and while many people focus on what we can do for the planet, it’s also a good time to remember what nature does for us, specifically when it comes to mental health. We’ve all heard that spending time in nature is good for us, but how…
During difficult times in our lives, whether it’s personal, a relationship, or because of current or global events, it can make you feel helpless as if you have no control over anything. When conflict shows up that is out of your control, it can feel like you can’t impact positive…
It’s common for people to feel disappointed with others… and then to hold it in. You may fear that expressing yourself will offend, upset, or anger the other person. Or you would rather avoid confrontation altogether. Maybe you worry that by expressing your disappointment, you will hurt their feelings and…