Let’s talk about something we’ve all probably experienced at some point: alcohol, the sneaky little word that likes to creep into our thoughts and conversations, wreaking havoc on our self-esteem and motivation. Yes, you guessed it – “should”. You know the drill: “I should do this”, “I shouldn’t do that”, “I should be more like…” […]
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Understanding Gastric Bypass and Sleeve Gastrectomy This surgery involves creating a small pouch from the stomach and connecting it directly to the small intestine. It effectively reduces the stomach’s capacity, limiting food intake. Cases of alcoholism have been observed post-surgery. In this procedure, part of the stomach is removed, leaving a smaller, sleeve-shaped organ. This
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I’m new to camping as in the UK, I only went a few times as an adult, always with alcohol. However, since moving to Australia five years ago, camping has become a beloved family activity. This is surprising, as I wasn’t known for loving the outdoors! We assumed no one in Australia camped due to
How often do you ever come across people who are always upbeat, and no matter what life throws at them, they seem to roll with the punches? They may be following a formula for happiness. You can increase your happiness outcome too by doing these things that make you happy: Start with a Good Measure
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Alcohol use and abuse is a widespread issue and is the most used and arguably most problematic. Unfortunately, when alcoholism begins, it puts individuals at risk for withdrawal problems like delirium tremens. What is Delirium Tremens? The DTs, put frankly, is a severe form of alcohol withdrawal. It can lead to several life-threatening symptoms and
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Our bodies are impressive machines. If you consider the intricacy of the human body and what it accomplishes, it is awe-inspiring. From the moment we are born, our heartbeats also when we are asleep. However, drinking alcohol can have various effects on our bodies that we need to be mindful of. Oxygen is pumped around
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We are so lucky to live near the sea, and since they have opened the beach to dogs, we have such a good time. Since being in recovery, as many of you know, I look at life differently, like I’m using different glasses than I did before. We lived in the UK while I was
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This article is about why the freedom room introduces you to the 12 steps of alcoholic’s anonymous. I first saw the 12 steps on a banner on the wall in an AA meeting back in 2003. So went to 1 AA meeting and listened to all the differences. To start with I went to that
Mental obsession and recovery Alcoholism is a three-fold disease, and recovery is a crucial part of overcoming it. This week at the freedom room, we have spoken about mental obsession. Even years after putting down the drink, we still have the mental obsession if we do not remain spiritually fit. I talked with a very
Friday, 9th March 2012, was just a typical day for me as it started. I had woken up after a night of heavy drinking feeling sick, shameful and fearful, so to get rid of that feeling, I did what I had been doing for some time to alleviate that feeling, I took another drink, I
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