In an ideal world, your family members would be your staunchest supporters – people you could count on to be in your corner through thick and thin. Unfortunately, for many of us, that isn’t the case. Family dysfunction is a prevalent problem that creates...
When a loved one suffers a major trauma, it’s natural to comfort them. But if weeks or months go by with no sign of the affected party “getting over it,” your sympathy may dissipate, and you may lose all desire to continue a relationship...
Wanting to be good at something is human nature. Wanting to be perfect can cause issues around mental health and even addiction. Being perfect may seem to be the ultimate goal in many areas of your life, but perfectionism can actually hold you back...
Most people who encounter addiction at some point in their lives grew up in a home where there were unwritten rules like “don’t talk, don’t feel, don’t trust”. This family system does not always provide adult role models who are able to openly discuss...
The COVID-19 virus affects an individual’s respiratory system, often creating serious physical health issues. The pandemic that has arisen from the virus outbreak has also caused some serious mental health problems for people across the US. Many experts believe COVID relief efforts need to...
When looking at trauma through an attachment lens, I am privy to recognize how important early relationships with caregivers and family systems are in our development of attachment. Our relationships with our caregivers are integral in developing our concept of ourselves in relation to...
Working from home, learning remotely, and meeting virtually have us all online more than ever now. Even before the pandemic, you may have spent a lot of time in front of an electronic device, either socially or for your job, and that may have...
As we approach a full year of coping with the COVID-19 pandemic in the United States, we can look back and realize that for most of us, this has been a year unlike any other year. When it started, there were so many unknowns...
The move toward legalizing marijuana is gaining traction across the country. While many states have legalized the drug in various forms, though, marijuana is still illegal on the federal level. That may also change soon. Is marijuana legal in Texas? While the state has...
This will be the last of the Better Together blog series. We started months ago, and I cannot help but reflect on everything that has happened since it started, not just at BRC Healthcare, but in the world overall. I think the original intent of the...
In the holiday's spirit, it only feels appropriate to discuss the importance of gratitude in recovery. Throughout life many people struggle with cultivating the “attitude of gratitude” towards life’s circumstances, especially for those who struggle with addiction. Many people who struggle with addiction also...
It’s time to talk about shame. But first, let’s talk about what shame isn’t. Shame is not guilt. If I hurt a friend, I will probably feel guilty. This guilt will push me to make amends and restore the relationship to wholeness. That is a...
