Alcohol promises such a lot
One of the things that I have noticed about alcohol is that it promises such a lot. It doesn't matter what group it belongs to (beer,...
The Dirty Tricks of Alcohol and Other Drugs
Alcohol and other drugs have many dirty tricks. They tell us that they can make us feel good. And of course they do. For a short time!...
Changing Ones Identity
Changing one's name is a rather big step. At the very least, there is the multitude of official documents that need to change, drivers...
Never Give Up: Because Change is Possible
People often ask me if they should give up trying to support the person they love who is living with a mental health, alcohol or other...
Get busy getting back to feeling like You
One of the things about mental health, alcohol and other drug problems is that they become all consuming. Not just for the person who is...
What Causes Addiction?
People often ask me what causes addiction. And I say, firstly the word 'addiction' is so stigmatising, so let's talk about dependency...
Speaking Out About Our Lived Experience
We can feel quite vulnerable sharing personal stories about mental health, alcohol and other drug problems. But as Brene Brown says, it...
Drug testing, Mental Health and Healthy Thinking
So here we are at the end of 2018. And when mental health, alcohol and other drugs are involved it means it's been a year of ups and...
Overcoming 'the Motley Crew'
Who are the 'the motley crew'? I'm referring to the trio of mental health, alcohol and other drugs who often hang out together....
Drugs Love Us Keeping Secrets: But I'm Telling
Keeping secrets is a common theme in the alcohol and other drug space. The person in the family using substances for example keeps...
