Mental Health

3 Ways to Build Mental Muscle in Recovery [caption id="attachment_20185" align="aligncenter" width="419"] (This content is being used for illustrative purposes only; any person depicted in the content is a model)[/caption] Author: Justin Mckibben When we ease our way out of the mental fog that is created in active... Learn More

The Real Impact of Repeated Racism on Mental Health Author: Justin Mckibben As tragically contrite as it may seem to say, racism is still a thing. Many would argue that as long as there are different races, it will exist because people will always find a reason to hate... Learn More

10 Distorted Forms of Thinking That Are Holding You Back [caption id="attachment_20131" align="aligncenter" width="321"] (This content is being used for illustrative purposes only; any person depicted in the content is a model)[/caption] Author: Shernide Delva Recently, my therapist revealed I have a catastrophizing form of thinking. Essentially, I overanalyze everything... Learn More

Be Free: The Art of Navigating Your Jealous Emotions [caption id="attachment_20113" align="aligncenter" width="333"] (This content is being used for illustrative purposes only; any person depicted in the content is a model)[/caption] Before we begin this article, let me just say: Everyone gets jealous. It’s okay. In case you were... Learn More

4 Signs to Evaluate Your Relationship [caption id="attachment_20067" align="aligncenter" width="419"] (This content is being used for illustrative purposes only; any person depicted in the content is a model)[/caption] Author: Shernide Delva A toxic relationship can have a negative toll on your life, especially in recovery.... Learn More

Guess What the Most Inspiring Day of the Week Is Author: Justin Mckibben Sunday Funday? Hump Day Wednesday? Freaky Friday? Semantics Saturday… okay, maybe that last one isn’t a thing. Still, the point is that we have these clever nick names and common associations with days of the week. We... Learn More

All About the High Functioning Addict [caption id="attachment_20044" align="aligncenter" width="467"] (This content is being used for illustrative purposes only; any person depicted in the content is a model)[/caption] Author: Shernide Delva You wake up at 8 a.m. sharp, jump in the shower, eat breakfast, watch... Learn More

The ‘Parenting is Prevention’ Billboard Controversy Author: Shernide Delva A billboard in Frederick, Maryland reads “Addiction is preventable. Parenting is Prevention.” Parents were not happy with the message. The billboard has received tons attention for its controversial message. After multiple complaints, the billboard was taken down.... Learn More

Pokémon Go: The New Digital Addiction Author: Justin Mckibben Let’s talk about Pokémon Go, why not? Considering literally everyone else in the world is, why shouldn’t we get in on the action? Ever since this new phenomenon has hit the streets in the form of an... Learn More

Why I’m a Hug Dealer: The Helping Power of Hugs Author: Justin Mckibben We've all heard that oh-so-clever cliché that has been used by generic T-shirt makers and plastered on ironic bumper-stickers… “HUGS NOT DRUGS.” You may have heard it so often that it has become a bit irritating. Some... Learn More

Are Creative Individuals More at Risk for Addiction? [caption id="attachment_20011" align="aligncenter" width="466"] (This content is being used for illustrative purposes only; any person depicted in the content is a model)[/caption] Author: Shernide Delva The list of talented people who have struggled with addiction is incredibly long. It would... Learn More

How Daniel Radcliffe Maintains His Sobriety [caption id="attachment_1937" align="aligncenter" width="463"] (This content is being used for illustrative purposes only; any person depicted in the content is a model)[/caption] Author: Shernide Delva The actor most known for his role as Harry Potter has come a long way... Learn More

3 Ways to Build Mental Muscle in Recovery

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