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What Is Resentment And How To Let Go

What is resentment and why do we have to let it go? “Resentments will lead you to drink,” I’ve heard said in the rooms of recovery over the years. Really? What is resentment and is it really that powerful? I believe they are. I know the reality of being eaten up inside by resentment. It’s...

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22 Tips For Sober Life In Covid 19

In some ways, the Pandemic made life very difficult for sober people to maintain their sober life. There have been no in-person meetings, no ability to maintain that “early-recovery lifestyle” that keeps you busy. In other ways, it simplified life because bars have been closed. There’s been nowhere to go and no one to socialize...

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3 Ways To Feel Good on Thanksgiving No Matter What

You can feel good on Thanksgiving even if you’re not feeling good in general. Here’s how. Our family traditions are meaningful, and Thanksgiving is a touchstone for family unity, even when it doesn’t exist. For my family, Thanksgiving was always the most important holiday. The religious holidays could cause strife because my family members held...

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How To Be Single, Sober And Happy On The Holidays

Single and sober? Dreading the holidays because this may be a first for you? Well, there’s some good news. Due to Covid-19, most holiday parties will be canceled this year. No more making excuses about why you can’t drink in front of colleagues or answering questions about why you’re still single. Truth is, you can...

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Powerful Healing Crystals To Soothe Your Soul

Since the beginning of time humans have been fascinated by healing crystals. There has always been a belief that crystals have a superpower, and there is more interest in collecting and using them for a healthy lifestyle than ever before. What do you know about crystals and their meaning? You can love the crystals for...

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Mental Health And The Corona Virus

Now is the time to take a step back and get perspective on your mental health Mental health and the Corona Virus put us in uncharted territory. Our daily life has been disrupted going on nine months, and we don’t know how much longer these conditions will last. For mental health, this has all felt...

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What Is Hoarding Disorder

Do you have hoarding disorder? You may think others are messy, but what about your own tendencies to collect and save? When does the pleasure of getting and keeping become unmanageable? Do you know people who are messy or keep all their clothes from second grade on? That’s not hoarding. How about the people who...

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Laughter Yoga For Covid 19 and Post Election Stress

Why do you need to watch this laughter yoga for Covid 19 and post election de-stressing? It will lift your spirits and fill your lungs with oxygen and boost your immune system. Really. I just tried it and feel full of optimism. Try it.

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Video: Easy Sobriety Weekend Tips

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Stop Worry From Hijacking Your Brain

Yes, worry does hijack your brain. And in times like these, we are all at risk for obsessing to the point of paralysis. Worry takes over like a monkey in your brain. It keeps you occupied with thoughts that cause stress, anxiety, and often, even physical pain like headaches and stomachaches. But how can you...

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