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Kristin Muhlner

The Science of Crying

The Science of Crying

Anxiety isn’t always loud. It doesn’t always look like panic attacks or dramatic breakdowns. Sometimes, it shows up as overthinking every text message. Replaying conversations late at night. Feeling like something bad is about to happen — even when everything seems fine.

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What Anxiety Really Feels Like — and How to Start Feeling Better

What Anxiety Really Feels Like — and How to Start Feeling Better

Anxiety isn’t always loud. It doesn’t always look like panic attacks or dramatic breakdowns. Sometimes, it shows up as overthinking every text message. Replaying conversations late at night. Feeling like something bad is about to happen — even when everything seems fine.

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Is Drinking Good for Your Health?

Is Drinking Good for Your Health?

For years, the idea that moderate alcohol consumption — especially wine — could be good for your heart or longevity was widely reported. But new, large-scale research has overturned this belief. The truth? No amount of alcohol is good for your health.

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Is My Drinking Making Me Depressed?

Is My Drinking Making Me Depressed?

It's a question more people are asking themselves than you might think: "Is my drinking making me depressed?" The relationship between alcohol and depression is complex — and deeply intertwined. If you've noticed that your mood sinks after drinking, or that alcohol feels like both an escape and a trap, you're not alone. Alcohol and…

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You Don’t Have to Leave Home to Heal
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You Don’t Have to Leave Home to Heal

There’s a common belief that in order to recover from a substance use disorder (SUD), you have to escape your environment—pack a bag, head across the country, and check into a residential program. But the truth is, you can heal from home.

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Spring into Sobriety

Spring into Sobriety

Embracing Renewal on Your Recovery JourneyAs the chill of winter gives way to the warmth of spring, nature embarks on a journey of renewal and growth. Trees bud, flowers bloom, and the world seems to awaken with new possibilities. This season of transformation offers a powerful metaphor for those on the path to recovery from…

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New Years Resolution: How to quit drinking
Quit Drinking and Get Sober New Years Resolution

New Years Resolution: How to quit drinking

New Year’s resolution: to quit drinking alcohol and get sober. The New Year is a time for fresh starts and bold goals, and for many, it’s the perfect opportunity to make a life-changing New Year’s resolution: to quit drinking alcohol and get sober. Whether you’re ready to stop drinking to improve your health, save money,…

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How to Stay Sober During the Holidays: 12 Days of Sober Holiday Tips for a Joyful Season
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How to Stay Sober During the Holidays: 12 Days of Sober Holiday Tips for a Joyful Season

Whether or not you celebrate Christmas, the holidays can be tough. Between the office parties, family gatherings, and endless social media posts of festive cheer (always with a drink in hand, of course), it can feel like you’re constantly walking into temptation. The good news? You don’t have to go through it alone. If you’re…

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What is Dry January 2025 and how can it help you?
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What is Dry January 2025 and how can it help you?

After the excesses of the holidays, millions of people are participating in Dry January—an initiative that originated in the United Kingdom. It involves abstaining from alcohol for the entire month.

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Dry January Health Benefits:Transform Your Life in 2025
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Dry January Health Benefits:Transform Your Life in 2025

Embarking on Dry January is more than just taking a break from alcohol; it’s an opportunity to reset your relationship with drinking and unlock significant health benefits. Living an alcohol-free lifestyle for 30 days gives your body and mind time to recover and thrive. People are amazed at how fast they feel good when they…

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