How Do I Build A Stronger Bond With My Child?
Building the Bond: Serve & Return When you hear “bond with your child,” most parents think of doing an activity with their children like going to the park or arts and crafts. Bonding is deeper than that. The concept of “serve and return” plays a large part in child [...]
How Do I Cope With Cravings?
Cope With Cravings Staying sober is nothing short of a miracle for most people in recovery. In treatment, we focus greatly on relapse prevention and that includes how to deal with cravings to drink or to use drugs. The key to managing cravings is to first learn what your [...]
Anxiety Tips for Parents
When Your Child Feels Anxious. It can be difficult to identify the difference between anxiety and feeling nervous before a big event, or even excited when starting a new life adventure. Anxiety is a different experience in that our bodies tend to react and respond with discomfort. Not all [...]
What Is Mindful Eating?
Mindful Eating. In the bustle of our lives, eating has become an inconvenience. “To-Go” or “On The Go” eating has become the new norm because life is so busy! Meals have moved away from the home table and landed on our desks at work or even in our laps [...]
4 Steps to a Solid Apology
More Than Words. Everyone makes mistakes in relationships. It takes maturity and humility to admit wrongdoing and to apologize for transgressions. Hopefully, this becomes a learning experience where the relationship can recover, however minor or serious the offense may be. Learning how to make amends takes time and can [...]
What If Someone I Love Has An Addiction?
Don't Forget About YOU One of the greatest pains in life is watching someone you love struggle. It can be downright excruciating to witness your loved one go through the process of addiction. It’s tempting to try to help them “get it” or encourage them to find ways to [...]