You’re Not Alone
You're not alone in this journey. Sobriety, healing, and finding peace—for yourself or someone you deeply care about—are within reach. How do I know? Because I've been right where you are. I've felt lost, confused, and hopeless, yet I've found a way through, and I genuinely believe you can, too.
I've experienced both sides of addiction recovery: navigating my own sobriety and supporting my husband through his journey. My mission is to offer you a path filled with hope, inspiration, and encouragement. I create content designed to give you the tools, insights, and motivation you need, whether you're personally in recovery or a loved one seeking guidance and support.
Explore the resources here, and don't forget to download the free workbooks and worksheets crafted to empower your journey toward healing and connection.
Self-Care: The Secret Weapon for Tackling Addiction Triggers
Let’s continue to talk about triggers. No, not the kind that set off alarm bells—though some days, urges and stress can feel just as explosive. I mean the sneaky dudes that can send you down a rabbit hole of old habits. (Here are the first , second, third and fourth posts in my series about triggers.)
The good news? You’ve got a secret weapon in your arsenal: self-care. I mean the real, nitty-gritty self-care that helps keep your mind and body in check, so you can stay ahead of your triggers instead of scrambling after they hit.
Addiction Recovery: Mind Over Urge
Addiction—whether it involves substances, behaviors, or habits—can feel like an uphill battle. The urges, the triggers, the relentless pull to give in... it’s overwhelming, like trying to diet while trapped in a bakery. But understanding the mechanics of addiction, specifically recognizing and managing urges, can empower you on the road to recovery. Let’s break it down and explore practical ways to address these challenges. As always, with a touch of humor.
managing Triggers
Learning how to identify and then manage our triggers is one of the most important part our journeys toward a healthy lifestyle. It can also be one of the most challenging, so it’s important to make sure you give yourself grace as move through this part of your recovery and healing.