Hypochondriasis: When Worrying About Your Health Goes Too Far

DESIGNED BY UNSPLASH “All the powers of imagination combine in hypochondria.” ~ Mason Cooley If you were to google the symptoms from hunger pains and a low-grade fever, the internet might tell you you have appendicitis or another life-threatening illness. It is likely that you have had something similar happen–thinking a minor sickness is actually […]

Supporting A Loved One Through Alcohol Addiction

DESIGNED BY UNSPLASH Each Al-Anon Family Group has but one purpose: to help families of alcoholics. We do this by practicing the Twelve Steps of AA ourselves, by encouraging and understanding our alcoholic relatives, and by welcoming and giving comfort to families of alcoholics. It can be so difficult to know your place if you […]

#optoutside

DESIGNED BY UNSPLASH “I believe that there is a subtle magnetism in Nature, which, if we unconsciously yield to it, will direct us aright.” ~ Walden by Henry David Thoreau Summer is nigh upon us! Stores nationwide have their swimsuits and outdoor pools at the forefront of their aisles. Most places in the United States […]

Continuing the Conversation on Teen Suicide: How to Help

DESIGNED BY UNPSLASH “Don’t you know things can change / Things’ll go your way / If you hold on for one more day / Can you hold on for one more day?” ~ ”Hold On” by Wilson Phillips Our community has felt the rippling effects of tragic suicides over the last year. We continue to […]

Continuing the Conversation on Teen Suicide: Warning Signs

DESIGNED BY UNSPLASH “There’s no need to go and blow the candle out / Because you’re not done. / You’re far too young / And the best is yet to come.” ~”Lullaby” by Nickelback Suicide is devastating to family, friends, and a community. The loss from suicide leaves a gaping hole in families, neighborhoods, schools, […]