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We recently talked about how perfection in recovery is not attainable. In order to succeed in recovery, you’re going to have to work on forgiving yourself. Forgiving yourself doesn’t mean holding your breath and rushing through your troubles, then gasping for air when you can’t possibly push anymore. Self-forgiveness is about love and acceptance. It’sRead More
News flash: no one is perfect! The truth of the matter is that to be human is to be flawed. Pretending that you can be perfect is putting unnecessary stress on yourself. You’re not alone in feeling like you have to be perfect. It is humanly impossible to be perfect, though! Villa Tranquil Recovery isRead More
Taking small steps toward your larger goals includes creating habits and setting intentions. These small steps, coupled with a sense of calm, can help you reach heights you never thought were possible. You can’t rush toward your goals; goals take time and effort to achieve. Villa Tranquil Recovery encourages you to slow down and enjoyRead More
Intuition is that feeling you get in your gut when things aren’t quite going right. Your intuition can guide you during a difficult moment or help give you the faith to take a difficult, yet rewarding, leap. “Your intuition is a powerful and loyal companion that’s with you every step of your journey, guiding, advisingRead More
“Kindness matters” is a phrase often seen on a magnet attached to the back of someone’s car. This reminder may have you second-guess honking your horn if the person cuts you off. You probably see it and soon forget it, though. Or maybe you don’t. Maybe you operate on kindness, thinking that everyone should beRead More
Getting help for a mental illness or substance use disorder can be difficult. You might not want to reach out for help due to stigma. This is a big barrier to care that many people come across. Villa Tranquil Recovery wants to help you receive the care you need. We can offer you one ofRead More
There are a few different things that may cause depression. These things may appear to be small and insignificant, but these “little” things add up to big things that directly impact a person’s mental health. This is often why someone may not notice their loved one’s depression, these “little” things slip through the cracks. It’sRead More
It’s important for your loved one with depression to know that they have a support system around them. If they have been newly diagnosed, they may need some extra support for a while. It’s important to keep in mind that everyone is different, and just because something worked for another friend with depression doesn’t meanRead More
Helping someone you love that is struggling with a mental illness or addiction can be difficult. You may feel like you are walking a fine line with trying to help them but not overstep your bounds. Being there, just listening, is one of the best things you can do. They will appreciate your kindness andRead More
Researchers are always learning more about the causes of mental illnesses and addictions and how to treat them in a safe and healthy way. Progress is always being made, which is why it’s important to keep up with new things that come out about mental illnesses and addictions. Continue reading to learn more about aRead More