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  • On Control

    On Control

    Accepting things in life as they are – not as we would have them – is one of the most powerful things we can do to create and protect our peace. Why, then, do we often attempt to control everything around us? Read more

  • On Should

    On Should

    “Should” statements, those beliefs that are rigid and absolutist, can seem motivating and helpful, but the truth is they can breed disappointment and stress. Read more

  • On Rat Park

    On Rat Park

    What can rats possibly teach us about addiction? Well, as it turns out – quite a bit. Read more

  • On the Disease of Addiction

    On the Disease of Addiction

    Addiction is a disease that changes the brain’s physical function, impacting behavior and willpower. Understanding addiction as a chronic brain disease is one of the first steps in breaking down the long-held stigma that addicts are simply bad people who make bad decisions. Read more

  • On Forgiveness

    On Forgiveness

    Holding onto grudges and resentments can be like carrying a heavy stone wherever we go, a constant reminder of the weight and stress they bring with them. Forgiveness is when we put down that stone, and we stop carrying around that weight. Read more

  • On Anger

    On Anger

    Controversial opinion: there is no such thing as a “bad” emotion – including anger. Read more