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What to Do With a Failed Intervention
Addressing a loved one’s difficult drug addiction journey can be an emotionally and mentally taxing experience. The potential failure of an intervention further compels family members to feel discouraged, overwhelmed and oftentimes hopeless in their attempts to help. Although unsuccessful interventions may initially seem like the end of this road, there is still hope that … Read more
How Does Faith Help Mental Health?
For those who believe in God, faith means placing your total trust in him and having confidence that he’ll fulfill all his promises. You might be wondering what the connection is between faith and mental health. But you may be surprised to find that faith can positively impact your overall mental health. Are There Health Benefits … Read more
Behavioural Addiction: What It Is and How to Treat It
Addiction disorder can affect anyone. Millions of Canadians partake in addictive behaviours like gambling and shopping, which can have a negative effect on a person’s life. But drug and alcohol abuse aren’t the only forms addiction can take. Behavioural addictions are becoming increasingly common, with an estimated 21% of Canada’s population experiencing an addiction within … Read more
Rehab For Mothers With Children: What Addicted Parents Need to Know
The idea of rehab for mothers with children is fraught with worry and downright fear. Some people are put off going to an alcohol or drug rehab center because they believe their children will be taken away and their lives will be negatively affected. If you are in a court battle, entering rehabilitation for substance … Read more
My Loved One is Addicted! Part 5 – Confronting vs Care-fronting
It is very difficult to communicate your true feelings while trying to reason with someone who is blinded by their own condition or mindset
The Love Of The Law Or The Law Of Love?
Sometimes we will lead others with the sole purpose of them knowing that we love the law more than them. They will know the difference.
Half of the Gospel?
God didn’t save you so that you could then trudge along on life support. He saved you so that you and I have the chance to live to the fullest!
My Loved One Is Addicted! Part 4- Letting Go and Letting God
Since we have not been successful to control or bring our loved one to a place of getting help, perhaps it’s time to take a different approach: Letting go and letting God.
