by Keenen Diamond | Jun 13, 2018 | Health and Wellness, Q&A
Many men and women suffering from addiction also have co-occurring mental disorders such as depression. If an individual is taking an antidepressant, using drugs such as MDMA, DMT, Kratom, and other substances that boost serotonin, can lead to a dangerous health...
by Keenen Diamond | Jun 11, 2018 | Managing Anger, Recovery
There is something toxic about resentment. When we hang onto our anger, it festers inside of us and comes out in all sorts of negative ways. Many men and women in recovery have had the experience of feeling resentment grow until it reaches a boiling point, causing...
by Keenen Diamond | Jun 6, 2018 | Mental Health, Treatment
Grounding techniques comprise a variety of practices that can limit negative thoughts and emotions by connecting one back with the present moment. Grounding techniques are often used for those suffering from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and dissociation, but can...
by Keenen Diamond | Jun 4, 2018 | Drug Abuse, Substance Abuse
Recovery from addiction requires that we maintain an awareness of other expressions of addiction. We may remain free from drugs and alcohol, but turn to other behaviors and activities that give us feelings of pleasure. The disease of addiction is not specific to...
by Keenen Diamond | May 28, 2018 | Health and Wellness, Life in Recovery
Poetry can be a great way to get our thoughts down on paper, unrestricted by more formal writing conventions. Writing poetry can help express our emotions and feelings in a way that can provide a sense of catharsis. Our negative emotions can grow inside us, and...
