Music plays a role in nearly everyone’s life. From the casual listener to the avid musician, everyone has had the experience of being moved by …
Is It Possible to Become More Optimistic?
A positive attitude is an important part of recovery and of life. Research shows that more optimistic people are healthier, have more career success, have …
3 Ways to Improve Your Self-awareness
Self-awareness is the beginning of emotional intelligence. Emotional intelligence, broadly speaking, comprises self-awareness, self-regulation, motivation, empathy, and social skills. All of these parts are important …
What to Eat for Better Mental Health
Addiction and mental health issues often go together. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, more than half of adults and more than 60 …
Do Positive Affirmations Work?
For decades, positive affirmations have been a tactic espoused by self-help gurus to help people make positive changes in their lives. The idea is simple: …
How Grounding Can Relieve Anxiety
Substance use disorders and anxiety often go together. One large study of more than 43,000 people found that nearly 18 percent of respondents with a …
What Do You Do When Life Feels Out of Control?
Everyone feels out of control sometimes, whether they have too much going on, aren’t feeling great, or are just lost amid the general confusion of …
Should You Be Drinking Coffee in Recovery?
Coffee and cigarettes have always been associated with sobriety. There’s an old joke that if you can’t find your AA meeting, look for a church …
Investing in Yourself
Many men have a curious blind spot when it comes to investing. We’ll spend months trying to figure out the perfect car or house to …
What Exercise Can Teach You About Recovery
There is now a lot of evidence that exercise is not only good for your physical health but for your mental health as well. Research …