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Finding the motivation to overcome an addiction can feel impossible, even if the idea of recovery has been at the back of your mind for a while. Allowing yourself the
Overcoming addiction isn’t easy – and for those who have already tried to change their behaviour on their own – it may feel completely impossible. However, studies show that our
The foods we choose to eat play a major role in the way we feel, both physically and mentally. For those in recovery, a healthy diet can help you come
Whether your personal boundaries deteriorated during addiction, or they were never that healthy to begin with, recovery is a critical time to become familiar with the particulars of your comfort
You’re supposed to feel better and healthier in recovery, but you often feel yourself getting pulled back into stress, anxiety and depression. You might catch yourself wondering if this is
You’re sober, but it is not feeling as great as you had hoped it would. In fact, you are feeling depressed, anxious, and a bit directionless. This is what being
Trying to figure out the perfect gift for your loved one in recovery this festive season? Thinking about their current goals and interests and consider what you can do to
You know that sobriety is the right decision for yourself – and for your family. Juggling the hard work of recovery with the 24-7 job of being a parent can
Once the thrill of your initial recovery fades and the challenges of day-to-day life re-emerge, maintaining the commitment to sobriety can be difficult. Remaining focused on the long-term benefits while
Getting back into the dating game when you are in recovery can be a tricky process. Taking the time to know yourself, setting expectations, and thinking about how to communicate
While you might be dreading sitting down and going over your finances during your recovery, this is a critical step in re-organising your life and actualising your goals. Considering a
The legacies of childhood abuse and neglect can be devastating. If you’ve survived trauma as a child, you may now find yourself struggling with borderline personality disorder. However, specialised treatment
The simple answer is RIGHT NOW. Why? Because an addiction only worsens with time; so committing yourself to getting help now is critical to preserving your health, your relationships, and your financial wellbeing. For most of us, few days pass that aren’t completely filled to the brim. We are constantly
Narcissism and drug addiction often go hand-in-hand since individuals with narcissistic personalities need to find a way to escape their overwhelming emotional anxiety and pain. Similarly, most addicts have narcissistic traits. An addicted narcissist may have unique challenges in getting treatment, such as feelings of entitlement in addiction recovery, and so
Mark uses cocaine every weekend with his friends. He has a high-pressure job as an investment banker. He works hard. He plays hard. And if you ask him if he has a cocaine addiction, his response would be “Don’t I deserve to relax with my friends after a hard week
An unsolicited treatment review by one of our clients – anxiety sufferer Kirsty spent 21 long years in and out of therapy before finally finding treatment that worked for her. “I’ve been in and out of counselling, group therapy, psychiatric wards and rehabilitation my whole adult life – but somehow
