by CMHRadmin | Jul 3, 2022 | Uncategorized
Making the decision to get into treatment is a huge step! We at Belair have every intention on making that decision a positive one. Like I tell my clients “treatment is a little scary, but you already know where the addiction is going…so let’s wander into the...
by CMHRadmin | May 10, 2022 | Uncategorized
Programs like Alcoholics Anonymous have been around a long time. They have stood the tests of time, helped countless people find sobriety and live better lives. However, the 12 step philosophy is not for everyone and there needs to be good alternative approaches to...
by CMHRadmin | Apr 20, 2022 | Uncategorized
Here in NW Washington it is clear that social isolation, uncertainty and financial hardship has lead to increased use of alcohol and drugs along with an uptick in mental health problems. There is nothing more important than our social health as human beings; and while...
by CMHRadmin | Mar 2, 2022 | Uncategorized
In Buddhism there is a myth about a hell-realm populated by beings whose appetites exceed their capacity for satisfaction. Their stomachs are huge but their throats are tiny. No matter how much they try to eat, their hunger remains. In ancient India, they are called...
by CMHRadmin | Jan 10, 2022 | Uncategorized
In recovery, nothing is more important than forgiveness. We need to forgive others for harming us, and we need to forgive ourselves for all the harm we have caused. Below is the practice of forgiveness by Jack Kornfield.
by CMHRadmin | Dec 13, 2021 | Uncategorized
We are inherently a deeply social species. There is nothing that will help heal a broken human then compassion and care from another human (Gabor Mate). In these difficult times it seems as though we are more disconnected than ever. First it was social media that...
