May 2017

They live at the extremes of all or nothing. There is no moderation, no middle ground, no compromise, and no gray area in their worldview. To varying degrees, alcoholics live in denial of their destructiveness (self and others) and this further distorts what they are able to make sense of. “It Isn’t That Bad” When

Apprehending all of life’s difficulties isn’t always successful. Despite best efforts, life can continue to act on its own accord without notice of difficult times ahead. Using recovery tools for healthy coping ensures sobriety while encouraging the development of confidence for living. Practice Breathing Mindfulness is an essential tool in navigating all of life’s challenges.

Anxiety disorders and alcohol use disorders are commonly co-occurring. Recovery from dual diagnosis issues of anxiety and alcohol can be challenging. Bustle writes that “Alcohol abuse is particularly strong in people with social anxiety disorder, who find social interactions excruciating and difficult to navigate. A study from the National Institute of Health found that up

Sadness, hopelessness, helplessness, despair, melancholy- low feelings and low energy are common during low times. Many people mistake normal for abnormal and vice versa. Depression is overlooked by millions of people who are unaware they are living with the struggle of it. Depression Doesn’t Happen That Often According to the World Health Organization, over 300

Anxiety disorders are some of the world’s most prevalent mental health conditions. Panic, post traumatic stress disorder, and social anxiety all fall under anxiety disorders. Anxiety can cause a disruption of mind, body, and spirit when it is not treated. Recognizing anxiety is difficult without first developing the mindful awareness of what anxiety is, how