Burnout is generally understood as doing too much for too long. I’ve come to see that it’s never what I do that burns me out. It’s what I don’t do: self-care, coping, letting go, fulfilling responsibilities to myself, relaxation, fun, and most of all, seeking reciprocity in my relationships.
Category Archives: Addiction
Why Willingness Is Everything
I’ve learned over and over again that wanting it isn’t enough. Even needing it isn’t enough. It sounds a bit cold but I routinely ask people who are considering change, “What are you willing to do?”
Stop Trying to Find Yourself and Start Building Yourself
We don’t “find” ourselves. We don’t wake up one day with a giant epiphany about who we are and what our purpose(s) are. What it’s really about is accepting the responsibility of developing an identity.
Creating healthy relationships in recovery
Building healthy relationships is no small undertaking. Let’s explore worthwhile investments in building healthy partnerships!
How to Not Self-Destruct
I’ve never thought to myself, “Hey this would be a great day to self-sabotage!” Let’s promote healthier choices through mindfulness and connection.
How to Stop Overthinking
Why is fear the driving force behind so many of our struggles?
The 6 Most Common Lies We Tell Ourselves
Self-deception is part and parcel to addictive thinking. As we grow in our recovery, let’s move toward rigorous honesty with sef and avoid these pitfalls.
Top 10 relational mistakes in recovery
Top 10 list of pitfalls and false beliefs. Let’s consider healthy strategies BEFORE your next partnership
Relationships in Recovery
We tend to approach new relationships in recovery the way people who have just crawled across a desert approach water. Let’s look at common pitfalls and how to avoid them.
Developing Balance in Recovery
Balance is not achieved by going to both extremes. Let’s look at setting goals and making your recovery sustainabe!