addiction
The realities of addition; the truth about living under, above and beyond the influence of drugs and alcohol.
Four Years Sober, 24 Years Old, and Still Trying to Catch Up
I remember pulling my car over to throw up on the side of the road on several occasions. These particular memories are from the early days of my recovery, when I was driving to intensive outpatient treatment meetings. I was shaking, sweating more than usual (which was particularly unpleasant because I already sweat a ridiculous amount), and dealing with constant nausea and headaches.
By zane faoura day ago in Psyche
Understanding the Twelve Steps of Alcoholics Anonymous: A Personal Perspective
When I first entered Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) at 20 years old, I knew very little about the Twelve Steps. I understood that AA helped people stop drinking, but I didn't fully appreciate how much of the program focused on examining your behavior, accepting responsibility, rebuilding relationships, and changing the way you approach everyday life.
By zane faour2 days ago in Psyche
Does Religion Make You Less Intelligent? I Think We're Asking the Wrong Question
I've noticed that people sometimes treat religious belief as a sign that someone isn't particularly intelligent. The argument usually goes something like this: intelligent people question things, religion requires faith, and therefore religious people must be less intelligent.
By zane faour4 days ago in Psyche
Possession
Possession What is possession? What is meant by possession? Mind, body, and soul? It seems like a transient question. Something left to another world, spiritual by nature. Some methodology best swept under the rug, left alone within our minds, our lives, and between one another as a silly story meant for children.
By Chase McQuade10 days ago in Psyche
