by Tracey L. Kelley | Feb 12, 2020 | Addiction, Recovery
Let’s face it: sometimes being in a long-term relationship isn’t all sunshine and roses. Individuals continue to grow and change, and life always presents new challenges. Even the most connected people need a relationship boost now and then. Moving Forward...
by Tracey L. Kelley | Jan 7, 2020 | Addiction, Recovery
How we identify ourselves and the language we use really matters. A lot of our self-esteem and self-efficacy stems from our inner dialogue. So if you call yourself an idiot, a jerk, stupid, worthless, and so on, your behavior and actions will reflect a lot of these...
by Tracey L. Kelley | Dec 20, 2019 | Recovery
New Year’s Resolutions How the practice of setting New Year’s resolutions began is a bit vague, but most accounts state it dates back more than 4,000 years. Babylonians and Romans believed if they promised good conduct, they would receive more favor with...
by Tracey L. Kelley | Dec 12, 2019 | Addiction, Recovery
Relapse Does Not Equal Failure If you’re reading this after experiencing a sobriety relapse, it’s critical to remember that you’re not a failure. Other people may look at it this way, and if you’re really feeling down, you might, too. A relapse...
by Tracey L. Kelley | Nov 20, 2019 | Drug Treatment, Recovery
You have an army of people who want you to be well—although it doesn’t always feel like it. The isolation, fear, shame, guilt, and other negative aspects of addiction tend to shadow the most positive interactions and relationships. Addiction Is a Family Disease...
