While some people take magic mushrooms solely for their psychoactive effects, researchers have also explored psilocybin’s potential therapeutic benefits. Psychedelic exceptionalism is the ideology driving some activists to advocate for legal protection for psychedelic drugs while not changing the drug laws about other substances. It’s called psychedelic exceptionalism because it carries the assumption that psychedelics […]
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D-phenylalanine also slows the breakdown of endorphins, which act as the body’s natural painkiller, prolonging their release into the body. Early in recovery, your body will need to readjust to the feeling of hunger. At first, it may think hunger pangs are a desire to drink alcohol. That’s why it’s important to eat three meals […]
I decided to dedicate my life to helping men rebuild their lives. I moved into a sober house that had a culture of recovery and lived there for 18 months. Afterwards I went back to school to become a drug and alcohol counselor. Shortly after graduation, the first recovery house was opened. Having a recovery […]
The use of quotes and inspirational words is nearly limitless, so apply them liberally to your life. Try using quotes as journal prompts, affirmations, or milestone checkpoints in your daily life. It’s not fair to say your worst days in recovery are better than your best days in relapse. At least at the start you […]
That said, the higher a drink’s alcohol content, the more of a diuretic it’s believed to be. When you don’t adequately replace this excess loss of fluids, you become dehydrated. These include increased facial lines, oral commissures (lines around the mouth), and increased visibility of blood vessels. Added sugar creates extra acid, which makes it […]
If you notice a connection between drinking heavily and your feelings of anger it is well worth trying this proactive approach. Moderating your drinking or abstaining altogether (especially when you are experiencing strong emotions) can help you view situations from a more clear and rational perspective. The connection between alcohol gallbladder and alcohol and rage […]