While trying to create this blog today, I came across this amazing video. So I sat and watched then cried. It is always hard on Father's Day for me personally as my father passed away a few years ago. There are so many things I wish I had said if I had known it would have been the last time I saw him. I grew up daddy's little girl, I always ran to him when my mom said no. Did it work? No, my dad knew better. But I could always try. My dad was such a hard worker, I don't remember a time when I was younger that he wasn't doing anything. When I … [Read more...]
Obsessions Part Two
More Obsessions continued from Part One The Signs of Problematic Computer Use A person who is "addicted" to the computer is likely to have several of the experiences and feelings on the list below: How many of them describe you? You have mixed feelings of well-being and guilt while at the computer. You make unsuccessful efforts to quit or limit your computer use. You lose track of time while on the computer. You neglect friends, family and/or responsibilities in order to be online. When you are not on the computer, you think … [Read more...]
Obsessions (and how to deal with them)
Do you have any obsessions? How do you deal with them? Alcohol The words “alcohol dependence” or “addiction” are often used without a definition. Alcohol or drug addictions means that a person’s alcohol or other drug use has reached the point that the person cannot use without loss of control through overuse, which can produce adverse consequences in significant life areas. The addicted person often develops a psychological and/or physical dependence upon the substance. An addicted person will continue to use the substance in the face of … [Read more...]
Elderly Alcohol Abuse
Let’s talk about alcoholism among our elderly. Elderly Alcohol Abuse is more common than you may think. Old age is definitely not for sissies. Not only do we experience wrinkling, stooping, graying of our hair and the decline of physical health, many of us also lose our autonomy. the ability to live our lives our own way. Some express this as a loss of identity and individuality a lessening of personal pride and quality of life. And, we lose many of our friends, family and acquaintances to death. The longer we live, the more it seems … [Read more...]
My Recipe For Change
Recipe for Change in Short means making small daily improvements, and constantly acknowledge what you are doing well. Here’s a sobering thought: One thing I could never really accept about being an alcoholic was the idea that I was powerless over my behavior. In my head I certainly believed that was true - I knew that for many years I had been unable to control my drinking and had suffered horribly because of it. But once I finally realized how powerless I felt in my heart, I decided there was no way in hell I was going to stay there. I … [Read more...]
Does my Child have a Drinking Problem?
Does my Child have a Drinking Problem? Discovering your child is drinking can generate fear, confusion, and anger in parents. It’s important to remain calm when confronting your teen and only do so when everyone is sober. Explain your concerns and make it clear that your concern comes from a place of love. It’s important that your teen feels you are supportive. Five steps parents can take: Lay down rules and consequences. Your teen should understand that drinking alcohol comes with specific consequences. But don’t make hollow threats or … [Read more...]