Recovery is about more than stepping away from the drink, the drug, or the addictive behaviour. It is also about discovering new, healthier ways of relating to yourself and to the people in your life. Sometimes in recovery, you may notice a pattern where your sense of...
For many people, especially those who have experienced trauma, addiction is not just about getting high or escaping reality. It’s about survival. Substances or addictive behaviours can offer temporary relief from emotional pain, flashbacks, or feelings of emptiness....
If you are in recovery, or if someone you care about is, you have probably heard the word boundaries more than once. Setting boundaries is a key part of healing. But let us be honest — it does not always feel good. In fact, it can feel painful, confusing, and even...
If you are caught in the painful loop of shame and addiction, please know this: you are not alone, and there is a way through. Shame is often the quiet, heavy emotion behind addiction. It whispers that you are not good enough, that you are weak, that you have failed....
Addiction affects not only the individual struggling with it but also the people closest to them. Family members, friends, and partners often experience pain, betrayal, and broken trust. Once a person enters recovery, one of the most challenging yet rewarding aspects...
Addiction remains one of the most misunderstood conditions, often shrouded in stigma and misconceptions. Many believe it stems from poor self-control or moral weakness. However, research and science paint a vastly different picture. Addiction is a complex interplay of...
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