Learning the Art of Active Listening
We all know what it feels like to be ignored. It could feel anywhere from awkward to rude, but it is most definitely a feeling we’d rather not experience. What
Avoiding Substance Use Triggers in College
It’s likely you’ve heard it said before, but allow us to reiterate - college is an exciting time. It’s an ideal environment for personal growth and discovery, for healthy risk-taking
Living On a Budget: The Basics
Who hasn’t fallen prey to the mantra: “treat yourself”? While splurging every now and then can be a fun way to practice self-care, the perks to indulging are short-lived. Overspending
How to Effectively Communicate Your Needs
Whether we acknowledge it or not, humans are very communicative beings. We learn from a young age to communicate our wants, our needs, our likes and dislikes. Take a baby,
Finding a Healthy Balance Between Social Vulnerability and Defense
Even though you might not realize it, reactions to social settings are your mind’s method of situational coping. They are defense mechanisms, methods your brain uses to cope with stress
A Beginner’s Guide to Incorporating Mindfulness Into Daily Meals
In his book Full Catastrophe Living, John Kabat-Zinn defined the term “mindfulness” as “paying attention in a particular way, on purpose, in the present moment, and nonjudgmentally.”Mindfulness, rather than just
How to Set and Pursue SMART Goals
Everyone has dreams and goals. They might be as lofty as landing a dream job, or as simple as getting all the laundry done in one day. You might have
The Importance of Equine-Assisted Therapy during Recovery
You’ve probably heard of seeing-eye dogs, therapy dogs and cats or emotional support pets. Animals have been used in the world of therapy for many, many years, offering their consistent,
How Addiction Treatment Can Help Encourage Your Recovery
Treating a drug or alcohol addiction is neither a one-and-done nor one-size-fits-all plan. A recovery strategy ideal for one individual might be a poor fit for another potential client, because
How to Make Sobriety a Priority in the New Year
Reflecting on 2020 brings up many emotions, thoughts and adjectives describing the roller coaster ride it was. Perhaps the corkscrews, loops and plunges led you to make choices to live
