2. Clarity a Coping With Negative Thoughts: What Am I Thinking?
This week we first offer a little clarity on the difference between addiction, dependence and substance use disorders. Lynn clears up confusion surrounding the "grey areas" of the terminology used in describing and defining the spectrum of problematic use alcohol and drugs. She describes the how to better understand where you are in your use and that there are behavioral, physical and social changes professionals look for when diagnosing. The workshop topic for this episode is understanding the negative of patterns of the thoughts and stories that often consume our daily lives. Lynn shares her journey through awareness, insight and chosen behavior change from a negative to a much more positive life.