February 2024 - A Stoic Sobriety

A Definition of Addiction: Keeping It Simple

by Tony Harte | Feb 27, 2024 | Introduction to Addiction

Have you ever tried to read about a definition of addiction in medical texts? You will not find an easily understood definition of addiction in those doorstoppers. Addiction is a complex topic with many facets; however, as someone new to the topic of addiction,...

Break Free from Denial: Unlocking the Path to Lasting Recovery

by Tony Harte | Feb 26, 2024 | Introduction to Addiction

PracTheTo break free from denial is a critical step for those suffering from addictions. Many who are suffering never get on the path to recovery as a result of not being able to address this single item. Accordingly, denial acts as a formidable barrier, obstructing...

Addiction Treatment Options – A New Path with Hope

by Tony Harte | Feb 26, 2024 | Introduction to Addiction

Table of Contents 2 3 FirstHeadingFirst Steps: The Importance of DetoxificationExploring Various Addiction Treatment Options12-Step Programs: A Community ApproachCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Reframing ThoughtsRational Emotive Behavioral Therapy (REBT): Tackling...

Epictetus: A Stoic Life that Inspired 70 Generations

by Tony Harte | Feb 26, 2024 | Stoicism 101

Epictetus, a Stoic philosopher from ancient Greece, lived during the 1st and 2nd centuries CE. Despite the lack of extensive historical records about his life, his journey from slavery to a renowned philosopher showcases the transformative impact of philosophy. Born...