The effects of problems are observable, such as financial issues, career obstacles, and relationship breakdowns caused by excessive alcohol consumption. However, to address substance-related and addictive disorders, it is important to explore what is not immediately apparent. There are many clinical, spiritual, and alternative approaches available to substance abuse. There may be an underlying issue…
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Wind and Raven offer two approaches to addiction and recovery. There are a lot of approaches one can take in solving big problems, and it is up to having an open mind to allow in new ways of seeing the world–a one in which your problem does not exist. While the approaches at Wind and…
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Addiction and attachment are spiritual illnesses. If you are looking to free yourself from dependence, already have and still are dealing with cravings, or feel something is missing in your recovery, this Shamanic counseling for Recovery offering is for you. Hi, I am Steve Patterson, a certified therapist and shamanic practitioner. I found that…
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As I have done in the past, I would like to offer those who shy away from help or seeking a counselor or coach due to financial issues the opportunity to work with me for four weeks at a significantly reduced rate. This offer will not last long, but how much time are you going…
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All of us cope with cravings from time to time. Generally speaking, these are harmless, but sometimes they are not. It is all about personal power. “I need a drink to watch the game,” or, “A small line, just a boost to get me through the afternoon, and I will be good.” What matters most…
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In the aftermath of a sabbatical of sorts over the past six months, we are in the process of announcing our ongoing offerings for 2022 as we release, retool, and restart. To date, we have three ideas in mind, two of which are group initiatives and one of which is individual. As Wind and Raven,…
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This is How it Feels to Heal – Presale update! Presale update for the book “This Is How it Feels to Heal, A Shamanic Journey Through Cancer, Recovery, and Life Challenges.” One of the main themes is to stay on your path is critical, but to also take note of the little signs along the…
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7 Plant Medicines to replace OTC Pain Killers Guest blogger: John Adams If you pop a pill or two to manage pain on a daily basis, consider yourself a drug addict. Allopathic medication is commonly used for treating disorders and obtaining pain relief nowadays. This medicine is made from strong chemicals, which can harm the…
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(This is a guest post from a peer.) Beating alcoholism or drug addiction is no piece of cake. Only 10-15% of individuals are able to quit alcohol or drug abuse on the first try. Almost 90% of addicts in rehab or recovery programs encounter at least one episode of relapse before they can truly commit…
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What does your Self-Image reflect? What we say about ourselves is far more critical than what others say about us. At times, perhaps the two agree, ourselves and others, but where does it begin? Where does this reflection, our self-image come from in the first place? What is accurate, and where does falsehood begin? If…
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