Learning from our past and letting go of shame Regret can be transformed into a learning opportunity. If you attend a 12-step meeting, you are sure to hear individuals freely…
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The Benefits of Self-Care
Simple ways to build resilience while adapting to the new normal During the past three months, I have had a recurring dream – or should I say nightmare – some…
Self-Centeredness: You Are Not the Solution to Your Addiction
“When we are born, we are conscious only of ourselves, we are the universe. We perceive little other than our basic needs, and if these needs are met, we are…
Therapy Helps to Overcome Addiction Treatment
Like almost everywhere else, addiction is widespread in the UK. It occurs in every stratum of the community. Addiction is not limited to the abuse of illegal substances such as…
Addicts are not criminals
Are Addicts Criminals? Despite all the awareness about addiction being a ‘disease’, there is an undeniable stigma attached to alcoholics and drug addicts. Addicts and alcoholics are not just viewed…
How I got in and out of the pit of alcoholism
I loved life as a child, I was the youngest of 4, and with 3 older brothers, I was the only girl my parents had. My dad and I had…
Home Detox Programme
Many people would prefer to be treated at home for any illness and we know that this is particularly true of people…