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...
by Tracey L. Kelley | Nov 13, 2019 | Recovery
What’s in a word? “Thankful” means many things, but this doesn’t mean it’s an easy concept to embrace. One primary reason is that we have to be willing to feel thankful before we can open up to deeper emotion. To be thankful is a terrific first...
by Tracey L. Kelley | Oct 30, 2019 | Drug Treatment, Recovery
If you attend rehab, you’ll likely be in group therapy. This isn’t the only counseling option, but it’s a common practice at most treatment centers. For example, Twin Lakes uses the group format for therapy, mindfulness and process exercises, 12-Step...
