When beginning the recovery process from drugs or alcohol, we must examine what our thoughts and beliefs are and if our actions are supporting those thoughts and beliefs or discounting them. The old adage that you are what you believe you are is still very true. At...
Addiction
Having a MASTER PLAN for Recovery
Recovery from substance abuse requires a plan. So many times an individual will know they need change in their life and make a statement such as, “All I need is a plan”. Well, here it is, a daily plan/routine that if followed could be the beginning of something new,...
Stages of Change in Addiction
Just like other health issues, Addiction and recovery have a process that can be tracked and followed. Knowing about this process is helpful in determining where an individual is in that process, what can be expected next, and if progress is being made in the process....
Intrusive Thoughts
If you have ever had intrusive thoughts, you know that they can be disturbing. For some people, intrusive thoughts can become overwhelming and can begin to consume increasing amounts of time, energy, and attention. To get control over these thoughts, it is helpful to...
Why Do I Hate Myself?
Do you struggle with self-hate? Ever wonder why? Ever wonder how to stop self-hate? To answer these questions, it is helpful to first understand some of the most common reasons why some people develop self-hate. Low self-esteem Low self-esteem often develops because a...
The Process of Recovery and Letting Go of the Past By Gary Hilliard, LCDC
When in the process of recovery from an addiction it is very common to focus on the things you did in the past and dwell on how much you wish that you could change them. At times it seems these are our only thoughts and they consume us during our day-to-day affairs....
Help to Stop Drinking
The following article was originally printed by Street Printing Company in Birmingham, Alabama in the 1940s. The article gives useful insights into the steps that you can take that will help you stop drinking. We hope you find it useful. 15 POINTS FOR AN ALCOHOLIC or...
What is a Functional Alcoholic?
The term Functional Alcoholic implies that someone has all of the characteristics of an alcoholic, but they appear to maintain a life of normalcy. They go to work and maintain a family life and look like everything is under control. To an outsider, nothing seems to be...
FMLA for Alcoholism and Addiction
Many people worry that seeking treatment for alcoholism or addictions will force them to lose their jobs. Fortunately, the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) allows individuals to use FMLA for mental health and substance abuse issues. As a result, if you have an alcohol...
How to Find Doctors for Alcoholism
Many people who struggle with alcoholism don’t know where to start when they begin looking for help. Since there are a variety of treatment options, it is helpful to know what the choices are so you can find the treatment that is right for you. Listed below are the...