Addictions
Addictive personalities
I found this article on addiction and thought it might be helpful to you if you are struggling to make a change. See article.
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Resources @ local libraries
There are several audiobooks you can get from your local library. You can apply for a Halifax Public Library card online without visiting a branch, and you can immediately start reading, watching, and learning from their catalogue.
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Mindfulness with Jon Kabat Zinn
If you are struggling with any behaviour or thoughts you don’t want to have, trying Mindfulness meditation may help you alleviate some of your stress. I am including two links in this post for teachings by Jon Kabat Zinn. The first link is an introduction to mindfulness for beginners. It is one hour long and […]
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New online mental health platform
Nova Scotia Health has now opened up its online mental health platform to anyone in the province over 16 years of age. Here is an article on the service. Feel welcome to use this free service to reach out and get help. The service is called Togetherall and can be accessed directly from this link.
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Helping someone with addiction
One of the toughest things you can do is try to help someone with an addiction. It can be hard on both sides. Here is an article that may help if you are thinking about it.
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Confronting online shopping addiction
If you are struggling with spending too much, you are not alone. The world is with you, as seen in this article.
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COVID added to shopping addiction
We all like to shop, and COVID opened us up to more online shopping than before. Did you fall into the habit of online purchases? If you want to change the pattern, see this article for some really good tips.
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Help for alcohol addiction
If you know someone who has an alcohol addiction, there are things you can try to help them, but ultimately, the choice must be there. Here is an article that may offer some help.
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Tips for gambling addiction
I have helped clients with addictions, and it is one of the toughest to beat. Triggers can be all around, and easy to get distracted by. Here is an article from the UK that may be helpful to someone wrestling with a gambling addiction.
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