The Paradox of Connection in Recovery
The Confusing Relationship with Love One of the cruelest ironies of recovery is this, many people who crave love the […]
The Trauma Olympics, When Victimhood Becomes a Competition
The New Currency of Pain We live in an age where everyone’s hurting, and everyone’s talking about it. Trauma is […]
Counselling and Cognitive Dissonance
No one walks into counselling because life is going well. They walk in because something inside them no longer matches […]
Common Effects of Marijuana on the Body
Marijuana’s popularity has surged, especially as legalization spreads across many regions. However, its legal status does not inherently guarantee safety. […]
Everything You Should Know about MDMA, Ecstasy, and Molly
What Are MDMA, Ecstasy, and Molly? MDMA, also known as Ecstasy or Molly, is a synthetic drug that acts as […]
Purpose In Addiction Recovery Through Spirituality
From time immemorial, spirituality has been at the heart of human existence. The ancient civilizations, from the indigenous tribes of […]
Overcoming Resistance To Prescription Drug Addiction Therapy
Prescription drug addiction is an intricate web, particularly when the lines between medical necessity and dependency blur. In South Africa, […]
A Crucial Tool in Preventing Relapse
Welcome to the empowering journey of understanding the pivotal role of positive self-talk in preventing relapse. As an addiction counselor […]
The Power Of Self-love And Compassion In In-patient Rehab
From my vantage point as a medical doctor in a rehab facility, I’ve observed countless patients walk through our doors, […]
Movement And Exercise As A Recovery Tool
Carl Hart, Ph.D., through his groundbreaking work on addiction, emphasizes the idea that the traditional “war on drugs” narrative is […]