“Way leads on to way,”
Robert Frost said that about two
roads, taken and not.
5 Reasons to Recover From a Drug Addiction
Drug addiction looks different for everyone. Everyone’s story is unique, including yours. The substance used is different, as is the time spent struggling with the addiction. Regardless of how long you’ve been a victim of drug abuse, it’s never too late to take that first step towards recovery.
Traditional Versus Alternative Medicine
Depending on the patient and his or her healthcare needs, either traditional or alternative medicine may be the best treatment options. Sometimes, a combination approach offers the most notable results.
Recovery Saved My Life
My addiction to opiates began as a teenager after a significant sports injury. I was going through surgery and dealt with excruciating pain. I was prescribed a powerful painkiller. The doctor told me it was Oxycontin. I did not question it nor did my family. Next thing I know, I’m an opiate addict without even realizing it.
Nutrition’s Powerful Effect On My Mental Health and Addiction
I am now nearly 5 years sober and while clear headed for the most part still have my bouts of depression. I had a realization a couple of months ago that when I feel bad, instead of drugs, I turn to a gigantic unhealthy meal to make me happy. It hit me real hard.
Environmental Racism: How Pollution Puts Communities Of Color At Risk
Anyone can get cancer. Or asthma. As a PSA might put it, diseases don’t see race, place, or age. You know who does, though? Community planners and industrial developers, and that’s led to disproportionate rates of cancer in communities of color.
How Changing Your Diet Can Help Save the Environment
While there’s no doubt that governments need to majorly ramp up efforts to safeguard our future from impending climate doom, there is much that we as individuals can do to help save the environment. Looking at our food consumption, for instance, is a good place to start.
Fighting the Stigma of Mental Illness: 6 Things You Can Do
Although the stigma around mental health has slowly been decreasing over the last several years, we, as a community, need to pick up the pace. Things aren’t changing fast enough. Stigma is still far too widespread.
Tarmac Meditations: Haiku # 37
One shot at a time.
5 Tips to Help you Stay Sober at Parties
Here are some tips on how to protect your sobriety at a party where you may run into temptations.
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