About food addiction
Cravings can hit out of nowhere, and when they do, it often feels like your willpower disappears in seconds. I’ve been there—whether it’s late-night snacking, the sudden urge to smoke, or the impulse to reach for something you’re trying to avoid. Cravings tend to emerge at your weakest moments, often fueled by stress, boredom, or … Read more
Emotional eating is something almost everyone experiences, yet many people don’t realize it’s happening until it becomes a pattern that’s hard to break. It’s more than just reaching for comfort food after a stressful day—emotions can subtly influence your appetite, cravings, and food choices in ways you may not notice at first. Stress, sadness, boredom, … Read more
Creating a safe space to talk about addiction is crucial for making real change possible in any community. Hard conversations can feel intimidating, but when people feel comfortable and heard, healing and help can actually happen. I’m excited to walk through what it takes to encourage open dialogue about addiction and how to turn these … Read more
Supporting teens dealing with both OCD and addiction is not always as straightforward as it might look on the surface. A lot is going on behind the scenes, especially when two conditions overlap and reinforce each other. I have found that understanding what is really happening, considering the challenges teens face, and using some solid … Read more
Addiction can quietly reshape nearly every part of a person’s life, often in ways that aren’t immediately obvious. Even after the substance use stops, its effects can linger—emotionally, mentally, socially, and physically. Over time, addiction can erode self-esteem, strain relationships, and alter how a person experiences joy, motivation, and trust. It can change the brain’s … Read more
If you’ve ever tried to handle addiction on your own, you know how tempting it is to reach for a quick fix or try to manage symptoms without professional help. Self-medication happens when people use substances, over-the-counter pills, or even herbal remedies to cope with cravings, withdrawal, or emotional distress tied to addiction. It might … Read more
Shifting from using substances to escape pain to finding empowerment in daily life is one of the most challenging but most rewarding journeys. Addiction often numbs emotions and erodes self-worth, making life feel like a cycle of survival. But recovery isn’t about perfection—it’s about rediscovering strength and learning to face life with courage. Over time, … Read more
Motherhood and addiction struggles are two topics that don’t often get discussed together, but they actually cross paths a lot more than people realize. It’s easy to imagine motherhood as a time filled with baby giggles and sweet memories, but that’s not always the real story, especially when addiction is in the picture. Speaking from … Read more
Food and mood are deeply connected, especially during addiction recovery. What you eat can have a powerful effect on your energy, focus, and emotional balance—and yet, it’s one of the most overlooked parts of healing. During recovery, your body is working hard to repair itself and rebalance brain chemistry that’s often been disrupted by substance … Read more
Recovery from addiction or getting through a tough stretch brings a lot of changes, some exciting, some surprising, and others that might really catch you off guard. One thing I wasn’t totally ready for in my own recovery was just how much relationships influence staying on a good path. Learning how to spot toxic relationships, … Read more