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Coming Out of Our Comfort Zones: Recovery From Addiction - by Candace Plattor- Crisis in America: Prescription Drug Addiction - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2014 from Lara SchusterThe billboard in Indiana announced, “Every 25 minutes someone dies from prescription drug overdose.” As shocking as that may sound… according to the Partnership for a Drug Free World, prescription drug abuse claims a life every 19 minutes. What’s more, the CDC states that 100 people die every ...
Views: 1408(1 vote) - Drug and Alcohol Classes Online For High Publicity Personalities - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2012 from Ari NovickDo you know how much it can cost you as a movie star to be caught for alcohol related offenses? Do you know how detrimental the publicity can be to your career? These and many other questions are very crucial to every movie star that wishes to maintain a good image. It is not fresh news that the ...
Views: 1029(1 vote) - Help My Teen: Could Your Child's Problems Be Due to Addiction? - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2010 from Peggy FergusonParents often find themselves in a quandary trying to figure out how to help the adolescent whose behavior, disposition, and mood has changed for the worst. The exact nature of the problem may be eluding them. They use a trial and error problem solving method where they end up trying anything ...
Views: 1709(3 votes) - How to Achieve Success With The Character Traits You Already Have - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2009 from ALLAN KATZThe bottom line is that to be successful in business and in life you’ll need to cultivate a sense of balance in your life. Choose to do work you love, delegate the rest. Find time each day to sit quietly with yourself and enjoy the tranquility of not having to think about anything but ...
Views: 1140(2 votes) - Learn to Be Aware - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2009 from Keith BrayLearning to be aware of who we are and why a tremendous part of a recovery of life journey is. To do this, there is nothing better than a thorough working of the 4th step of the 12 steps. Going forward, we must make sure we stay in contact with “self” in an honest fashion each and every day. We ...
Views: 982(1 vote) - Out of Balance? - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2009 from Keith BrayDick Cavett was quoted as saying "It is a rare person who wants to hear what he doesn't want to hear" and Oscar Wilde said "To love ones self is the beginning of a lifelong romance”. Emerson said "Where there is no vision, people perish". I hit a point in my life where balance became a real ...
Views: 1309(1 vote) - Overcome Alcohol Dependency - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2009 from Roseanna LeatonWhen you reach a point in your life that you realize that alcohol is creating problems, then you know that a change is required. Some people drink far more than the doctor recommends but are completely happy with the effect upon their life and their health, and that's fine; you are the person ...
Views: 1554(2 votes) - Overcoming Sexual Addiction - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2010 from JJ SempleHave you ever watched TO CATCH A PREDATOR, the Dateline-NBC show with Chris Hansen. The show that breaks for commercial with the guy lying face down on the ground and a policeman’s knee in his back. These men, the ones busted on Dateline-NBC, don’t seem able to control themselves. And that’s ...
Views: 2874(4 votes) - Stop The Onset Of Addiction With Online Drug Classes - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2012 from Ari NovickAddiction can be difficult to handle, especially when it concerns drugs. Drugs will not only have a mental, but also a physical effect on the body, and many drug users struggle for years to get over their addiction. With this in mind, there are many who have found that online drug classes help ...
Views: 707(1 vote) - Stop The Onset Of Addiction With Online Drug Classes - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2012 from Ari NovickAddiction can be difficult to handle, especially when it concerns drugs. Drugs will not only have a mental, but also a physical effect on the body, and many drug users struggle for years to get over their addiction. With this in mind, there are many who have found that online drug classes help ...
Views: 704(1 vote) - Taming the Brain: Conquering Addiction and Eating Challenges - by Submitted on Sep 05, 2012 from Lee GerdesOver 900 years ago, a woman who was incredibly advanced for her time understood that what causes us to overindulge in food, put harmful substances in our bodies, and treat each other in a less than caring manner is a refusal to embrace the whole of life as a pleasurable experience. This woman's ...
Views: 2217(1 vote) - The Anger Mantra - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2009 from Michael PaulPeople wish to be settled. Only as far as they are unsettled is there any hope for them. --Ralph Waldo Emerson Two monks were traveling down a road beside a river. They came upon a woman sitting on the bank with her head in her hands and tears streaming down her face. One monk asked what ...
Views: 4135(1 vote) - The Narconon Program - by Submitted on Nov 14, 2012 from Narconon InternationalThe Narconon drug and alcohol rehabilitation network is one of the fastest growing types of treatment in the world. Narconon treatment is also different from most other drug and alcohol rehabilitation centers available to those struggling with addiction. The philosophy of Narconon has ...
Views: 1654(1 vote) - The Scope of Oklahoma Drug Rehab and Addiction Treatment. - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2011 from Lee OtisOklahoma has long been known for many things, surprising to some, things like football, country music and meth labs. Home to Wiley Post and a few other famous people Oklahoma has a rich history that tells quite a story. From the dust bowl era back in the Great Depression and Oklahoma Land Run. ...
Views: 1840(1 vote) - The Secret Role of Intuition for the Entrepreneur - by Submitted on Jun 08, 2010 from ALLAN KATZThe lure of the next “get rich quick” scheme seizes me – the hype and the false flattery of strange bedfellows beckons. It seems the poor lead the poorer – the rich lead the poor and the super rich lead the rich. Each with their grand schemes of wealth creation based on the brittle foundation ...
Views: 1279(6 votes) - Types of Rehabilitation Therapy - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2012 from Alaya LewisRehabilitation is a process which would help you lead a life of normalcy after undergoing surgery, serious health condition or work related stress. It is extremely essential for any drug or alcohol addict to go in for a rehabilitation therapy as it would be really impossible for the addict to ...
Views: 1172(1 vote) - Voting the Lord's Prayer out of A.A. Meetings - by Submitted on May 21, 2011 from Richard Burns, J.D. (pen name Dick B.),Voting the Lord’s Prayer Out of A.A. Dick B. © 2011 Anonymous. All rights reserved More and more efforts are being expended by a few members of the A.A. fellowship to move Almighty God out of the A.A. and other 12-Step and "anonymous" meetings. A Common technique is to call for a "group ...
Views: 4318(1 vote) - What Are Your Strengths? - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2010 from Katrina Holgate MillerThe human ego is like a chained up dog. It is always hungry, and it depends on others to feed it. Go a day without social validation and you will feel deep pains of starvation in your soul. It’s as though the little man or woman inside encounters others with a silent plea, “Tell me I’m okay.” ...
Views: 1260(6 votes) - What is Addiction? - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2012 from Gloria ThiessenSpeaking as someone who works daily with folks struggling primarily, but not exclusively, with alcohol and drug addiction, I see it as a multi-dimensional condition touching all aspects of an individual's life. Their biology, their psychology, their social network, their educational and ...
Views: 850(1 vote) - Who Gains The Most Benefits From An Online Theft Class? - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2012 from Ari NovickWho is most in need of an online theft class? People who frequently shoplift are in need of an online theft class the most. There are many people out there who tend to have the bad and imprudent habit of shoplifting or stealing from convenient stores. Most people frown upon such an act; however, ...
Views: 685(1 vote) - 12 Steps And The Bible - by Submitted on Aug 01, 2009 from Robert And Shelley JakobsenThe 12 Steps are tools that have helped millions of people overcome their addictions, whether it be to alcohol, drugs, sex, gambling or even food. Originally, the 12 Steps of Alcoholics Anonymous were developed by Bill Wilson in the 1930's after he had a spiritual awakening and overcame his ...
Views: 3381(3 votes) - Children of Insanity - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2009 from Paul HoodI have been looking at a book by Claudia Black, “My Dad Loves Me, My Dad Has A Disease” (A Child’s View: Living With Addiction, full of pictures and writing by children), and remembering the children of addiction, and the mentally ill. I have seen five-year-olds acting like little adults, ...
Views: 1917(3 votes) - Are You Addicted to the Internet? - by Submitted on Nov 11, 2010 from Shift Your Life Tracy Latz M.D., Marion Ross PhD.Internet Addiction- The Internet Webs We Weave Can Be Sticky If you have had difficulty with obsessive on-line gaming, cyberporn, compulsive internet surfing, excessive emailing, Facebook, Twitter, myspace, ‘Second Life’, Skype, cybersex, on-line affairs, ebay surfing, or excessive time spent ...
Views: 1120(2 votes) - TIME to BLOSSOM - by Submitted on Oct 06, 2009 from Keith BrayTime to blossom "The voice of our original self is often muffled, overwhelmed, even strangled, by the voices of other people's expectations." -- Julie Cameron Ah, the expectations of others. They had a huge (negative) impact on my life, how about yours? I lived many years feeling that I had ...
Views: 1268(2 votes) - 3D Recovery - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2009 from Doug WilsonWondering what the best method for ending an addiction is? Me too? I have found out some stuff that I think is most useful. One thing I found when I was new to this deal was that it wasn’t easy to remember key points I had decided were important. I’d be reading a book and come across something I ...
Views: 785(1 vote) - Addiction and Recovery: Cross Addiction and Relapse: 5 Cross Addiction Relapse Prevent Tips - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2009 from Peggy FergusonAlthough definitions of "Addiction" seem to be continuing to evolve, addiction is still "a primary, chronic, progressive, and relapsing disease". The last decade of research has led to a refined definition of addiction as a "brain disease which is manifested by compulsive behavior". Cross ...
Views: 3766(1 vote) - Addiction and Recovery: How to Catapult Your Recovery to the Next Level by Using A Problems Checklist to Drive Skill Developmen - by Submitted on Sep 20, 2009 from Peggy FergusonEarly recovery is a time of self-assessment and problem identification. You have to know what is not working in order to begin to fix it. One of the first tasks, right after learning basic craving management techniques is spending the time and energy to identify the roles that chemicals have ...
Views: 2550(1 vote) - Anyone Can Learn Alcohol Awareness through Educational Classes - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2011 from Ari NovickOne of the many issues with both drugs and alcohol is it's effects on our judgment and impulse control. While the focus of most discussions is on how drugs or alcohol effect the mind and body, one of the big issues, is the problem of losing our ability for good reason and making proper ...
Views: 642(1 vote) - HOLISTIC HEALTH/BALANCE - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2009 from Keith BrayHOLISTIC HEALTH/BALANCE “Health is wholeness and balance, an inner resilience that allows you to meet the demands of living without being overwhelmed.” — Andrew Weil, MD Health is wholeness, and health is multi-faceted. When major areas of health are addressed, balance results. With an MD ...
Views: 1497(1 vote) - Let's Put our Speakers, Sponsors, Counselors, and Trusted Servants to Work Producing Facts - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2012 from Richard Burns, J.D. (pen name Dick B.),A.A. and AA.’s Own Talent Let’s Get Our Speakers, Sponsors, Historians, and Archivists Producing By Dick B. Copyright 2012 Anonymous. All rights reserved Put A.A. and 12 Step Speakers, Sponsors, and Historians to Work! Now. Look at the Talent Before You Right Now! Right now, take a ...
Views: 2855(1 vote) - Make the Right Choice in Alcohol Awareness Education - by Submitted on May 12, 2011 from Ari NovickAlcohol Awareness and Minor in Possession Classes Not all alcohol awareness classes are the same. Depending on the design of the class and who offers the program, course curriculum can vary greatly. Also, alcohol awareness or minor in possession classes might include different course content ...
Views: 995(1 vote) - Overcoming A Crack Habit: The Hardest Substance To Kick - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2009 from Lisa SimmonsCrack is a designer drug. It was designed to be extremely addictive and it is. While it's certainly possible to recover from a crack habit, know that it'll be a major challenge and that you'll need all the help and support you can get. It won't happen overnight. Recovery from crack is a lifelong ...
Views: 4635(1 vote) - Recovery From Binge Eating -- Learning Moderation - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2009 from Lisa SimmonsRecovery from a food addiction requires the practice of moderation rather than abstinence with respect to food.Moderation can be more difficult to learn and practice than abstinence. The first step, especially if you are overweight or obese, is to see a physician. Your doctor will perform an ...
Views: 1753(1 vote) - Signs of Sexual Addiction - by Submitted on May 30, 2011 from Ross Rosenberg, M.Ed. LCPC CADCSigns of Sexual Addiction (Based upon Patrick Carnes work) 1. Loss of Control • Out of control sexual behavior predominates • The addict cannot control the extent, duration and regularity of his/her sexual behavior • Behavior excesses continue despite clear signs of danger ...
Views: 3308(1 vote) - The Educated Reduce the Changes of Alcohol Abuse - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2011 from Ari NovickCan One Stop Being an Addict? Is there a secret to no longer craving drugs or alcohol and stop addiction? To date, some alcoholics are given Antabuse, a powerful drug that makes anyone who consumes an alcoholic beverage very sick. While the drug is effective, it is still not the antidote to ...
Views: 802(1 vote) - Treatment for Spouses and Other Family Members of Alcoholics and Addicts - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2009 from Peggy FergusonOne of the most frequent questions that I hear from family members is, “Why do I need to be in counseling, when she is the alcoholic/addict? The family members that do come into treatment willingly and eagerly at the beginning are most often motivated to “help” the addict. The idea that ...
Views: 3118(1 vote) - Alcohol Addiction: Alcoholism Is A Disease - by Submitted on May 06, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraWhen we hear the word addiction it's apparently connected to drugs or alcohol. When you realize you could no longer control your alcohol intake, you can somewhat call it as a kind of disease. And that's what you call alcohol addiction. When we talk about disease, it's certainly sure that you ...
Views: 847 - Women For Sobriety’s New Life Program - by Submitted on May 04, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraFor numerous ladies, hearing that she is constantly in charge of herself and also of her own life is a brand-new concept. Women For Sobriety trains ladies that they do not need to feel like victims, or they are helpless beings, but that instead, they are strong, and capable human beings! The ...
Views: 982 - Benefits of Company Incorporation - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2011 from rikvin offshoreWhy incorporate? This is a question you might ask should you plan to start your own company. Incorporating your own company has its advantages, but it is still your own choice whether you will proceed with the incorporation or not. The first advantage of incorporating a business is the ...
Views: 1204 - Fentanyl Addiction - by Submitted on Jan 04, 2021 from Selena ValentineSigns And Symptoms Of Fentanyl Abuse Signs And Symptoms Of Fentanyl Abuse-min Fentanyl is one that is commonly abused, both intentionally and unintentionally. There are some important physical, emotional, mental, and behavioral changes that set in when one develops a chemical dependency and ...
Views: 621 - Living Smoke Free - Redefining the Stop Smoking Process - by Submitted on Jun 23, 2007 from Cheryl StroupIt was the fall of 1996 and I had decided to finally stop smoking. I smoked for over 20 years and enjoyed everything about it: the scent, the camaraderie in smoking circles, the self-contained privacy of a good cigarette and the sensuality. Yes, I loved everything about smoking and still do -- I ...
Views: 885 - NDIS Support Coordination in Perth, WA | NDIS Service in Perth | NDIS Support in Perth - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2021 from aastha Community ServiceNational Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is an innovative disability support scheme introduced by the Australian Government. But a social reform of this magnitude comes with its complexities. It could be difficult for differently-abled people to understand the intricacies of their NDIS plan ...
Views: 647 - Rehabilitation Center For Alcoholics – How It Helps - by Submitted on Jun 15, 2012 from Simentha WilliamsThe medical experts consider rehabilitation center for alcoholics as an ideal option for quitting one of the most addictive and commonly abused substances – alcohol. Unfortunately, during the last few years, there has been a tremendous surge in the number of people facing alcohol linked ...
Views: 1035 - Sex Addiction: An Addiction or An Excuse? - by Submitted on Apr 28, 2010 from Beverley GlazerTalk of sex addiction is everywhere . Celebrities are admitting it. Tiger Woods went to rehab for it. Was that great PR to get public sympathy or can sex really be an addiction? ‘Why care if you’re a sex addict?’ Clients have asked me this question many times. But ask any sex addict, and ...
Views: 2370 - "God, Help Me To Go From Where I Am, To Where I Need To Be, For Who I Am." - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2007 from Michael ZThis is a beautiful 11th step prayer. Although compact and seemingly simple, it is one of the purest ways of working this step. In the first part, "God, help me to go from where I am," I am strengthening my conscious contact as I partner with my Higher Power and invite Him to guide me on my ...
Views: 1602 - "How Do You Know When You've Hit Bottom? When You Stop Digging." - by Submitted on Dec 20, 2007 from Michael ZFor years I was driven by an obsession to drink. In the beginning I tried to control it, but after a while it had complete control of me. Alcoholism took me to a deep emotional, spiritual and physical bottom, and only when I surrendered to this program did I begin to recover. In sobriety I've ...
Views: 1689 - "I'm so glad we have a smoker in the White House!" Oh, really??? - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2009 from Intent.com Authors“I’m so glad we’ll have a smoker in the White House!” That’s what a nurse exclaimed in my presence at a dinner party last December, a month before President Obama’s inauguration. I kid you not. A nurse. And obviously a cigarette addict. It’s a good thing I hadn’t had a glass of wine, or ...
Views: 852 - "Stick with the Winners!" Old School A.A. Training, Meetings, Workshops, Classes - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2012 from Richard Burns, J.D. (pen name Dick B.),Preparations for Launching the “Stick with the Winners!” Workshops, Meetings, Conferences, Guidebook, Video Series, and Supportive Resources Almost Completed in Readiness for May 14-21 Events in California By Dick B. International Christian Recovery Coalition A massive amount of ...
Views: 1511 - "Vicious Circle" vs "Upward Spiral" !! - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2015 from Aniruddha DeshpandeDear Readers, We have been hearing this term "vicious circle", time and again. Mostly associated with people who are doing same things over and over and getting the same results again and again. So what exactly is this vicious circle, well if you remember my last post on "will power" and ...
Views: 1458 - *** Addiction & Recovery: Addiction, A Suitable Case For Treatment? - by Today most people take for granted that addiction is a condition that requires medical attention. However, it is only relatively recently that addiction has been treated by the medical profession at all. A hundred years ago addiction was not a term that many people would have recognized and, ...
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