Because I am in the public eye a lot, people are often surprised to hear that I have terrible anxiety. There are situations that overwhelm me, and I have definitely been known to fake a headache and leave early to the safety of isolation. In addiction, anxiety is very common. Primarily because anytime we feel uncomfortable, we run to the … Read More
Heroin Vaccination
In the midst of the endless conversation of the opioid epidemic, it’s nice to see some news about possible solutions. I appreciate the approach of this drug because it sounds like it will inhibit some of the brain hijacking that happens with addiction. In very simple terms, addiction, as it progresses, causes changes to the structure and behavior of the … Read More
Addiction Unlimited Podcast
Earlier this month, I launched a podcast. It is something I have been thinking about for over a year but hadn’t made the time to learn how to do it. Any of you that know me personally know I don’t have a problem talking, but I didn’t know anything else about podcasting, what equipment to use, how to edit them, … Read More
Alcohol
Most adults around the world have consumed alcohol at some point. It is estimated close to 87% of the American adult population has had at least one drink in their lifetime. Alcohol is a legal addictive substance available to anyone over the age of 21. Many people are able to drink without serious issues, however, for those who can’t, the … Read More
Spring Clean Your Sobriety
Maybe you’ve been sober for years, or maybe a few months. Do you ever get the feeling it’s time for some Spring Cleaning in your sobriety? It’s time to spruce things up, dust out the cob webs, and give yourself a recovery adjustment. How do you do that? It’s easy. I believe I have to do something on a daily … Read More
Drug Bless America
Drug addiction in America is frightening. Each year our problem increases, the death toll increases, drug-related incarceration increases, and addiction continues to plague our children. The War on Drugs hasn’t worked, Just Say No didn’t work, but what will? via Rehabs.com
Post Acute Withdrawal Syndrome – PAWS
Alcohol and drug withdrawal: Acute and Post-Acute. The acute symptoms are what you feel immediately after you stop drinking and/or using drugs, commonly referred to as detox or withdrawal. This is considered to be the first two weeks after someone stops drinking or using drugs. What most people are not aware of, is what comes next. Post Acute Withdrawal symptoms … Read More
Alcoholics Anonymous – Step One
We admitted we were powerless over alcohol – that our lives had become unmanageable. Many people say step one is the hardest of them all. Some people stumble over the word ‘powerless’ as if it is some personal attack degrading their strength and making them feel weak. Really, it is neither of those things. I am powerless over alcohol because … Read More
Angela Pugh of Kansas City Recovery
Thank you to The Real KC for publishing a piece of my story and sharing a victory in the world of addiction. My Moment There is always that one moment that changes everything. Some call it a light bulb moment, some a moment of truth, or a moment of clarity. Whatever you want to call it, it is … Read More
Addiction: When Should You Get Help?
It’s a new year, and oftentimes we find ourselves contemplating change when the new year begins. New year, new you. Many people who struggle with addiction think about quitting regularly. Most of us know when we have a real problem, and we know the only solution is to stop. Unfortunately, knowing all of that does not make us jump into … Read More