There are many myths and misapprehensions about addiction—but none are more dangerous than this one: The myth that addiction only touches certain people, or perhaps certain kinds of people. The myth that addiction happens to them, but it could never happen to you. The reality is much weightier, more pervasive than that. Addiction is an…
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There is a common perception about alcohol—that drinking it can actually help you relieve stress. Is there any truth to this? According to science, the answer is… not really. While drinking alcohol in some situations can mitigate stress, by and large it just makes things worse. For one thing, getting drunk is not a constructive…
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In our highly polarized political era, it is pretty uncommon to hear about truly bipartisan legislation, much less a bill that passes with an almost unanimous vote from the United States Senate. Unbelievably, though, such a thing happened just recently—and thankfully, it was for a bill that addresses the ongoing problem of opiate addiction head-on.…
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There are many myths and misconceptions surrounding alcohol. One of the most pervasive is that drinking alcohol can assist you in getting a good night’s sleep. Actually, this isn’t true at all—and in fact, alcohol can do more harm than good in this regard, keeping you from getting the rest you truly need. This may…
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With winter finally bidding us its chilly farewell, it’s time to get back outside—to get moving, to get active, and to get working on a better you! Simply put, physical activity is a non-negotiable for anyone looking to be healthy, happy, and robust—and when you factor in some sunlight, exercise is simply one of the…
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It’s hard to overemphasize the importance of sleep. A good, full night’s rest is necessary for the body to heal and refresh. For those in recovery, sleep is paramount—yet far too many of us struggle to find our way to sleep each night. Insomnia and restlessness can jeopardize your health and compromise your recovery, so…
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When’s the last time you took a personal inventory? Personal inventories are staples of the 12-step program, but even if you don’t identify with this program, you can still benefit from a frank, candid assessment of yourself. A personal inventory provides insight into yourself; it offers you encouragement as you see the areas in which…
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2016 is one of those special years, a year in which we get to commemorate a big event that only comes around once every 1,460 days. No, we’re not talking about the Presidential Election, nor even the Olympics. We’re talking about Leap Day—an extra 24 hours to reach your goals and fulfill your dreams! For…
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Many of us tend to associate the month of February with its most major holiday—Valentine’s Day. As such, the month seems like it’s all about our relationships with other people—romantic relationships and otherwise. There’s nothing wrong with that, of course—so long as it doesn’t cause you to neglect the relationship you have with yourself. Because…
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Valentine’s Day can be fun for some—in particular, those in committed, romantic relationships. Frankly, though, it can be pretty brutal for others, including those who have recently gone through divorces or break-ups, or who simply feel isolated or alone. There’s another group that tends to have a difficult time on Valentine’s Day, and does not…
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