recovery
Your illness does not define you. It's your resolve to recover that does.
Unstable Energy and Trust
We had the oddest interaction with a would-be filmmaker the other night. This “former addict” who claims to be six years clean, was, I am told, decidedly not clean when he approached a certain publicist just three years ago and told us on THIS call he’d just “had a Xanax” so he’s calm, anxiety in check. Um. That’s the drug he’s claiming to be clean from.
By Martha Madrigal4 years ago in Psyche
Coming Back Up
On a perfectly miserable February afternoon, I walked out of a Michigan psych ward, clutching my plastic bag of possessions in one hand and my mother’s arm with the other, and blinking like a baby animal in the snow-gray light. My retinas burned. It was a significant change from the sterile fluorescents that had been my only source of light for the past several days.
By Sophie Colette4 years ago in Psyche
How I’m Learning to Help Myself
I was about 19 when I started to really put together that I was mentally ill and all the words thrown at me started to make sense. However, I kind of just left it at that. The things going in with me had names and now I could put a word with my actions. They kind of just became a crutch. I’m doing this because I have this or that, but there was no action. I kind of just let everything fester, and didn’t have any proper self soothing or help techniques. I was vehemently opposed to taking medication, and looking back I’m not sure I had any valid reason to be so opposed. Perhaps it was the stigma of being labeled “crazy” but I absolutely refused to get medicated or go to therapy regularly. I turned to hard drugs even at one point, struggling for years with them even. I was definitely using everything but actual help to help myself.
By Josey Pickering4 years ago in Psyche
The Unlucky One
It was April 2021, I went to Disney World. I met this guy there, I shall keep his name anonymous. We had a few talks and hung out a bit. He was very sweet yet charming. We definitely hit it off. We went on a few rides together. After the trip, we kept on talking. Then we hung out at his house a bit.
By hunter ruchelle4 years ago in Psyche
Reintroduction phases of Sober Living in Bel Air South, MD
The first two phases of sober living in Bel Air South MD are known as the restrictive and reintroduction phases. Both phases are essential to recovering from alcohol and drug addiction. The restrictive phase provides structure and predictability, which prevents clients from feeling overwhelmed and vulnerable to relapse. The reintroduction phase gradually removes restrictions and lets the client experience more of the community. It is a testing ground for the skills learned in therapy and provides support to deal with cravings.
By Riva Moncayo4 years ago in Psyche
Chances of staying sober in Sober Living Dubuque, IA
If you're an alcoholic or drug addict, you'll need help navigating your way back into everyday life. A sober living home is a great choice, but it's not for everyone. Before you decide to enroll in a sober living home, you might need some time in rehab or detox. But if you're already sober and want to make the transition to normal life, you'll find that a sober living home is the best option. It provides structured environments, ongoing counseling, and other necessary resources that will aid your recovery and increase your chances of staying sober for a long time.
By Tomas Bailes4 years ago in Psyche
Unveiled
Disclaimer: Lilax Syndrome is fictional along with the characters. Veile Strauss, 32 and recently kicked out of her parents’ house due to her parents no longer being able to take care of her. Veile had a very rare form of psychosis called Lilax Syndrome, or a disorder in which the patient hallucinates both auditory and visually, has emotional breakdowns, mood swings, psychotic episodes, self harm streaks, suicidal tendencies, addiction disorder, crying spells, and a very special super power. Veile hadn’t wanted to live for years. When she was kicked from her parents’ home and moved to House of Hopes, the group home, she finally was able to do what she couldn’t do around her family—die. Suicide is what got her kicked out in the first place. Her parents were sick of her hurting herself under the same roof. Having said that, Veile tried and tried again for weeks, but it seemed like something was keeping her alive; like something wanted her here on earth. It’s like she was destined to be here and the other group home patients—very optimistic and happy they were, showed her that she is mightier than her restrictions, stronger than her illness, greater than her mind. The patients might just be on to something…
By Karianne Gabaldon4 years ago in Psyche
Mentally Optimistic
My mind has felt trapped inside a void lately, that i simply can not escape from. Why is it so difficult to snap back into reality? Why do i keep running back into the same old habits? I tend to find myself stuck throughout the day, just playing out fake scenarios. Running my fingers through my hair, that is what i spend a majority of my day doing lately. Being able to express myself on here means so much. As an individual, i have no issues spilling my inner deepest thoughts for so many strangers on here to read.
By FacelessPEN4 years ago in Psyche
