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Why We Seek Instant Gratification and How to Stop

Published: 17th June, 2016 Categorized: Addiction and Recovery, Addiction in the Media, Death, Friends, Health and Wellness in Recovery, Mental Health, Recovery, Women and Addiction

Addiction often stems from the desire to seek instant gratification, even if it is unwise. Instant gratification may seem like the perfect idea in the moment but over time, seeking instant gratification is a major mistake. The problem with seeking instant gratification is it becomes insatiable. What is instant gratification? Instant gratification is the desire . . . . Continue Reading

The Void Social Media Fills

Published: 27th November, 2015 Categorized: Addiction and Recovery, Depression, Suicide

You may think that social media is positively affecting your life. After all, everyone is on it. It is estimated that 1 in 4 people around the globe use social networking sites. The average American spends 7.6 hours a month on social media sites. However, even if these platforms bring us closer together, they can . . . . Continue Reading

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