Why stop any addictive behaviour? Because it has reached the point where it is getting in the way of important relationships, blocking progress at home and work and/or because you simply want a better quality of life. Addictions can become such habitual behaviour that the body and mind simply become used to this.  Stopping addictive behaviour in its tracks often requires a team effort with a wide variety of supports and strategies.

Motivation to change increases when we explore the benefits or positive results that will happen as we take back control of our health.

One young man listed his top 10 motivators for stopping drinking as follows:

1. Better myself
2. Quality of life – e.g. travel, socialize
3. Accomplish things – around house, with friends, at work
4. Own a house – currently drinking a mortgage payment per month
5. Family’s well being – so they don’t worry and are happier with me
6. Physical health – healthier energy levels, organ functioning and sexuality
7. Mental health – increased confidence, happiness and peace
8. Spiritual health – strengthen my spirit, explore faith possibilities
9. $$$$$ – save and re-invest thousands ($1000.00 to $1400.00 per month)
10. LOVE – express this emotion through my actions toward me and others more!

Addictions can become all consuming thoughts and actions interfering with almost every area of our lives. No matter what the addiction, we can overcome it with help and by shifting our thoughts toward more hopeful and positive ones. Intentionally changing our mind is complicated.

Our professional registered counselors in Oshawa can assist you anywhere in Durham Region or even farther via internet video counselling sessions.

If you are, or a friend of yours is, struggling with an addictive behaviour, one that is causing you concern… even modest concern…then dig deep for the courage to reach out for help!  To find out how we can help contact us today

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Reach out and we will do our very best to help you with this challenging part of your journey.