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5 Ways to Become More Emotionally Intelligent in Recovery

Addiction Treatment, Substance AbuseBy wpengine

There’s a saying in AA that goes, “Your best thinking is what got you here.” Studies have shown that intelligence is no protection against substance use disorders. In fact, the opposite may be true. People with above average IQs are more prone to substance use and addiction. Clearly, intelligence can’t do much for you when… Continue Reading 5 Ways to Become More Emotionally Intelligent in Recovery

A group discusses 4 ways to build self-awareness in recovery

4 Ways to Build Self-awareness in Recovery

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Self-awareness is one of the most important skills to improve recovery from addiction or mental illness. Self-awareness is the ability to recognize your own emotional reactions, triggers, patterns, and effect on others. It’s a major factor in understanding why you do what you do and why others react the way they do. Having greater self-awareness… Continue Reading 4 Ways to Build Self-awareness in Recovery