It is known that long term use of drugs can cause actual structural changes in the physiology and that these changes can lead to relapse after relapse. This leads to the theory that all addiction is physical and puts it in the category of a disease. Some say an incurable disease.

words of encouragement for sobriety H.A.L.T – H is for hungry, A for angry, L for lonely and T for tired. Often when people feel snappish or cranky a quick review of those for symptoms may pinpoint a cause. The danger of not paying attention here is that minor incidents can get blown way out of proportion if any or all of those four states are not dealt with.

We are not in competition with anyone but ourselves. Each of us is unique with our own special qualities that we bring to the table of life. That said, I am a public speaker. In my opinion I am one of the best around. That is because I choose to be a “grizzly” and give my audiences and clients more than they bargained each time I take the stage.

words of inspiration for sobriety This is true. Many people think that when you are single you are available. What if you are single because the person you are seeing passed away. Dating takes time. It may be too soon to fall in love. We always have to be considerate. Confirm if that person is ready to fall in love before asking him or her out for a date.

words of inspiration for someone fighting addiction There are plenty of well meaning counselors out there that have no understanding of this problem. The wrong counselor can do more harm than good. I suggest that you work with a Certified Sex Addiction Counselor (CSAT). The CSAT has become the industry’s standard certification for therapists working with sex addiction. Google it and find a CSAT.

The answer to that lies within the individual. The twelve step recovery program is the vehicle which we use in drug and alcohol treatment, and therefore should be the same method practiced by the staff. After all, we are the ones the patients first see and we espouse this approach to living. How well do we see that rigorous honesty being practiced in us? See, this personal inventory stuff, if done correctly gets pretty painful from the get go. Even after years of abstinence. So the first moral inventory usually is pretty superficial. But it is a beginning.

Step 5 – Schedule an appointment with your plastic surgeon. Discuss your options and have the surgeon address any questions or concerns you may have. Know the risks, side effects, and obtain a list of past patients whom you can contact to gain a better idea of what to expect from the surgeon.