If you’re a woman in recovery, worrying can feel almost responsible. You worry about your progress. Your relationships. Your triggers. Your finances. Whether you’re healing “fast enough.” You tell yourself: “If I stop worrying, I’ll get complacent.” “If I relax, I’ll miss something.” “If I let my guard down, I’ll fall backward.” But here’s the truth: Constant worry doesn’t protect your recovery. It drains it. Recovery isn’t just about avoiding relapse or managing anxiety. It’s about rebuilding a life that feels purposeful, steady, and fulfilling. And worry quietly blocks that. Here are four grounded ways to stop worrying and begin allowing more joy into your recovery journey. 1. Get Honest About What You Can’t Control One of the biggest sources of anxiety in recovery is control. You want your partner to understand you. You want your kids to make good choices. You want your past to stop affecting your present. You want your healing to move faster. But worry ...
Burn out The human brain and body are powerful learning machines. They adapt to new experiences and environments remarkably well. However, when the brain is overloaded, it can shut down. When this happens, the body ultimately shuts down as well. When recovering from burnout, it's essential first to regain mental clarity. You need to think clearly to restore balance in your life. Exercise is one of the best ways to do this. As you start regularly exercising, your brain will see gains in your cognitive function. Proper rest is also essential. All these points prove that although burnout is a serious problem, you can work to recover. What, then, can you do to recover from burnout? Consider the following tips: You first need to admit that you've reached a state of burnout. If you're feeling burned out, it's a sign that you're not working to your strengths anymore. ● Take the time to figure out what's getting to you an...