Recovering alcoholics -- and many people who choose not to drink or use drugs -- need to find ways to relax that don't involve alcohol, drugs, or medications. Many of us remember daily that we are choosing not to drink or use drugs. But we may forget that it's important to learn ways to relax … [Read more...]
Diet, Exercise, and the Process of Healing
It is my privilege and responsibility to give you the best of care and guidance. A vital component to mental health improvement is diet and exercise. All three go hand in hand. The better your diet, the more you exercise, the better you will heal from emotional pain, depression, addictions, … [Read more...]
Handling Toxic People
Toxic people defy logic. Some are blissfully unaware of the negative impact that they have on those around them, and others seem to derive satisfaction from creating chaos and pushing other people’s buttons. Either way, they create unnecessary complexity, strife, and worst of all stress. While I’ve … [Read more...]
Less is More
"Be on your guard against all kinds of greed. Life does not depend upon an abundance of one's possessions." Luke 12:15 Less is More Reflection: Greedy people never have enough. Their acquisitive spirit obliterates their peace and joy. However, those who are generous retain their joy and they … [Read more...]
Restoration Fellowship
Greetings, friends! Recovery has saved many lives and we need to know the best places to find healing, acceptance and love. Restoration Fellowship has all this and more; I can personally vouch for that! It doesn't matter if you are recovering from out of control substance abuse, addictive … [Read more...]
How is Your Nutrition Level?
How is your nutrition level? One-fourth (1/4) of what the average American eats feeds them and three-fourths (3/4) feeds their physician. When we don't pay attention to what we are putting into our bodies, it costs us high blood pressure, acid reflux, knee surgery, etc. 1. Who are you … [Read more...]
God is With Me
Psalm 118:6 "The Lord is with me; I will not be afraid. What can mere mortals do to me?" Blessings, Dr. Baker … [Read more...]
Gossip
Gossip indicates a craving for approval and attention. It puts the gossips in an important position - the "center of attention." It's a way of feeling important to others, almost valuable, or rather invaluable. Instead, feel and be important to God and yourself by disciplining yourself to keep … [Read more...]
Family Dynamics
Sometimes in family dynamics one child is designated the "all good" child. That child often shares the mother's negative perceptions of the other sibling designated as the "no good" child. Children perceived as all good are typically loyal and protective of their mother and loyalty is rewarded, … [Read more...]
Family, Friends, and Faith
Where did summer go? I hope you have had an enjoyable summer so far. August seems to be the month we begin to wind down summer. We are already one week into the month! Be sure to include family, friends and faith in these last days of summer as we celebrate our freedoms, good health and … [Read more...]