Stress can be positive or negative. Positive stress pushes you to do your best. It gives an extra boost that can improve your performance. However, our bodies weren’t meant to be in a constant state of stress. When stress is chronic or interferes with your life, it is negative stress. You might be surprised to…
One of the most common reasons for drug and alcohol abuse is an inability to manage stress and negative feelings in a healthy way. Some people simply have a more difficult time dealing with stressful emotions than others. If you have turned to drugs and alcohol as a way to cope with stress at work,…
Most people feel stress during Christmas. Though it is supposed to be a happy time, there is a lot to do and people to see. When you are experiencing intense stress, you’re putting yourself at risk for mental health complications. Stress management can minimize this. At Serenity Light Recovery, we can provide you with the tools…
When it comes to mental health and Thanksgiving, you may be worried. For many people, addiction and mental health disorders can make holidays like this very challenging. People come together to talk and share, but they can also be hurtful. You may be unsure you can handle it. Our team at Serenity Light Recovery offers…
Anxiety is a way that our bodies attempt to deal with stress. In a healthy person, anxiety occurs when there is a real risk, and an individual needs to take immediate action. For many, anxiety spirals out of control and becomes hard to manage. That leads to it impacting every facet of life. If you…
There are a lot of ways to feel better about life, and one of those is through the use of stress management. At Serenity Light Recovery, we know that too much stress can lead to unhealthy coping behaviors. Stress can also increase the chances of mental health problems. We want you and all of our clients…
Even the best jobs come with their own kind of stress. It could be related to trying to meet a deadline for a project or dealing with an employee leaving unexpectedly. Chronic work stress takes a toll on the mind and body, leaving you at less than your best. You may feel you’re not able to…