Category Archives: Health & Wellness

During addiction recovery, one powerful technique often used is distraction. While “distraction” might sound negative—like being distracted while driving—healthy distraction is a valuable tool for preventing relapse. This article explains how healthy distraction works, its role in recovery, and how it helps maintain sobriety. Understanding Healthy Distraction Healthy distraction is a way of shifting attention[…]

When working on self-improvement, setbacks can often feel like failures. Whether it’s indulging in a late-night fast-food craving or struggling to quit smoking despite several tries, setbacks can be discouraging. However, they’re not the end of the road. Instead, they’re an essential part of the process. Research shows that each failed attempt can increase your[…]

The Loss of Spirituality Makes It Doubly Hard to Recover From Workaholism When work becomes the “sacred cow,” personal and often professional values change. Faith often weakens because little energy is left over to pursue and find the spiritual side of life. For those who have lost their spirituality, or never had it, this is a[…]

Catastrophizing is a pattern of thinking where small issues are blown out of proportion, creating overwhelming and distressing thoughts. For instance, a minor scratch on a car or a stain on the carpet may lead to spiraling fears about larger, unrelated consequences. This form of irrational thinking can drive chronic worry and anxiety, leaving individuals[…]

Tackling The Misconceptions About Social Phobia Social phobia, also known as Social Anxiety Disorder (SAD), is not simply extreme shyness. Many people experience some shyness and discomfort, especially in new situations or with unfamiliar people. However, it’s generally tolerable once you warm up and relax after a while. Unlike shyness, such conditions are intolerable for SAD sufferers[…]

A Practical Guide to Help Loved Ones Find the Drive for Recovery Helping someone struggling with an eating disorder can be challenging, as these illnesses often involve ambivalence toward recovery. A key barrier is the initial decision to accept treatment—whether it was truly their choice or influenced by external pressures. At Willing Ways, we believe[…]

Why Shame Can Both Help and Hurt Self-Control Shame is often discussed as a motivator for self-control, especially in situations like managing weight or resisting unhealthy habits. But is shame truly the key to changing behavior? Research suggests that the real drivers are emotions we anticipate, such as pride, regret, or remorse, which subtly shape[…]

How Eating Well Can Increase Performance & Happiness What turns a healthy dedication to exercise into an unhealthy obsession? And how can this transition be reversed to restore health and happiness? These questions were thoughtfully explored by personal trainer Gillian Mounsey in her experience at the Wichita Falls Athletic Club, under the guidance of Mark[…]

The Mother’s Eyes: A Refuge for a Child’s Existence A child’s first lessons in love, care, and connection begin with their mother’s gaze. This simple yet profound moment helps shape a child’s emotional growth and sense of self. From the moment a baby looks into their mother’s eyes, they begin to understand their relationship to[…]

How to Discern Which Attractions Lead to Pain & Which Can Lead to Real Love If I could only share one insight with my single readers, it would be this: Learn to distinguish between your “attractions of deprivation” and your “attractions of inspiration.” Then, only follow your attractions of inspiration. I believe that’s the wisest path to[…]