What Is the “Committee in Your Head”? The phrase “the committee in your head” is often used in recovery communities to describe the constant internal chatter most people experience. It’s the collection of thoughts, doubts, criticisms, and arguments that compete for attention inside your mind. For people in addiction recovery, this committee often includes: The […]
How Can I Get My Addicted Loved One to Recognize Their Denial
Understanding Denial in Addiction Denial is more than just refusing to admit there’s a problem—it’s a psychological coping mechanism that protects the person from the emotional pain of facing reality. For someone with a substance use disorder, admitting they have a problem can trigger feelings of guilt, fear, and shame. It also means they might […]
How Can I Have a Spiritual Awakening in Addiction Recovery If I Don’t Believe in God?
What is a Spiritual Awakening? A spiritual awakening is often described as a shift in consciousness, perspective, or inner awareness. In recovery, it typically refers to a moment (or series of moments) when a person: In 12-step literature, this experience is referred to in Step 12, which states: “Having had a spiritual awakening as the […]
How to Care for My Addict Without “Pleasing”
Loving someone who struggles with drug or alcohol addiction is one of the most challenging and emotionally exhausting experiences a person can face.
