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Living On a Budget: The Basics
Who hasn’t fallen prey to the mantra: “treat yourself”? While splurging every now and then can be a fun way to practice self-care, the perks to indulging are short-lived. Overspending
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Who hasn’t fallen prey to the mantra: “treat yourself”? While splurging every now and then can be a fun way to practice self-care, the perks to indulging are short-lived. Overspending
Perhaps the most essential skill to learn in life is how to communicate well. Why is effective communication important? Communication is the means by which we interact with others. Whether
Human behavior is incredibly complex and nuanced. While untangling the way we behave is an art, there are common threads to the ways we respond to events that tie into
In his book Full Catastrophe Living, John Kabat-Zinn defined the term “mindfulness” as “paying attention in a particular way, on purpose, in the present moment, and nonjudgmentally.” Mindfulness, rather than
Everyone has dreams and goals. They might be as lofty as landing a dream job, or as simple as getting all the laundry done in one day. You might
You’ve probably heard of seeing-eye dogs, therapy animals and emotional support pets. Animals have been used in the world of therapy for many, many years, offering their consistent, peaceful nature
Like any growth in life, recovery is not a straight line. Far from it. The journey to freedom from drugs and alcohol can be a messy process and healing more
Recovery is anything but a straight and easy path. The journey from the first days of sobriety to true freedom, which may come months or years later, is laborious and
If you're battling an addiction, it can feel overwhelming, hopeless and completely isolating. And while these feelings are valid, they should not prevent you from pursuing recovery. The stages of
The period of recovery is anything but a straight path. While many people who have never faced addiction may think that getting sober is as simple as attending rehab and