by Carley Smiddy | Dec 1, 2020 | Addiction Recovery, Mental health, Support
When the person you care about is addicted to drugs or alcohol, the devastation and worry can be overwhelming. While we do not condone our loved ones’ actions, we want them to be as safe as possible, even when using their substance of choice. This is where the...
by Carley Smiddy | Nov 17, 2020 | Addiction Recovery, Mental health, Support
Holidays are notoriously tricky times for those in recovery from substance use disorder (SUD). The days and weeks leading up to Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years run the gamut of emotional highs and lows, good and bad. And it’s not just the newcomer who...
by Carley Smiddy | Oct 29, 2020 | Mental health, Support
If you suffer from anxiety, it can be tough to live in a world of constant fear. This is especially true if you have had anxiety for an extended period of time as your brain might be exhausted from being so hypervigilant. If this is the case, it can be difficult to...
by Carley Smiddy | Oct 25, 2020 | Mental health, Recovery
Sometimes emotions can be extremely intense, causing you to lash out and say or do things you don’t mean. This is especially true for angry emotions. However, there is a way to teach yourself to take a step back, breathe, and learn how to not lash out when you are...
by Carley Smiddy | Oct 11, 2020 | Mental health, Recovery
Admitting you need help can be a difficult thing, let alone reaching out to another person to ask for it. However, if you are beginning to realize the negative impact of your addiction on your life and the lives of others, it could be time to reach out for help....
by Carley Smiddy | Oct 4, 2020 | Depression, Mental health
As the seasons are changing into fall and the weather is getting colder, you may notice your mood begin to shift. The days will be getting shorter, darkness will come earlier, the sky is gray, and it’s cold. This is a recipe for Seasonal Affective Disorder...