Instead of glorifying the behavior, a bevy of rap artists speak of addiction in a more somber tone. There are many unfortunate consequences of the current relationship between drug and rap culture. All music seeks to share the artist’s truth, and in the case of rap music, if this truth tends to include drugs, perhaps … Read more
Halfway houses are often free or low-cost since they are more clinically focused. The concept of comfort level within a same-gender environment plays a pivotal role, particularly in the initial stages of recovery. Many individuals find a sense of ease and familiarity in an environment where everyone shares the same gender.
I would sit in a conversation, racking my brain for anything I could say. The only options were to talk about myself – which felt awkward unless they’d asked – say a non sequitur, or come up with a question. Think about how often we interpret others’ negative actions as being directed at us, even … Read more