Mind & Body

You can't pour from an empty cup.

Looking after yourself means more than just fixing your mental health, but a holistic plan to manage your mind, body, and relationships. We have included a broad range of information to help you develop a well balanced mind and body.

We explain the biology of rage, panic and distress: the fight/flight response
By Al Griskaitis November 8, 2024
We can lose our senses when we are distressed. When overwhelmed with rage, terror or distress we enter a state whereby rational thinking is sometimes not possible. This is a biological process. We explain how it works and what you can do to prevent to damage of unmitigated states of distress.
By Al Griskaitis October 30, 2024
Crutches help you get to the surgeon. Meds can help you get to a point were you can address the root causes.
By Al Griskaitis June 1, 2024
Guilty about over-scrolling? Try a more meaningful habit
White pills are pouring out of a white bottle on a blue surface.
By Jess O'Garr April 24, 2024
Learn how Naltrexone works to reduce alcohol cravings and prevent relapse. Read here to find out why it is the preferred treatment for long-term recovery.
the CRASH cycle
October 9, 2022
Rest or crash. Your choice. (But I know which one you should pick)
running man
June 29, 2022
Learn what types of exercise can give your mental health a boost.
A man with a backpack is standing on top of a snowy mountain.
By Dr Al Griskaitis June 29, 2022
Working towards recovery needs to involve this one skill. Every single time.
woman with a face mask
July 20, 2021
The 2020 that no one saw coming. Are you being skilful in how you cope with it?
food knolling
July 20, 2021
The link between gut and brain can't be ignored anymore. Learn about its effect on mood.
a person at night
July 20, 2021
Addiction usually manifests as a coping strategy that got out of control.
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