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5 Reasons to Join an Addiction Support Group
At Stenzel Clinical Services, we understand that recovery is not a solitary journey. Joining an addiction support group can be a transformative experience, offering a unique blend of camaraderie and professional guidance. Here are five reasons why taking part in such a group could be a pivotal step in your journey to recovery. 1. Empathy and Shared Experiences When you are taking part in an addiction support group, your [...]
Top 7 Self-Care Practices
In a world that continuously pulls us in multiple directions, self-care is extremely important. With thoughtful practices tailored to nourish the body, mind, and soul, self-care is an art that transforms routine into ritual and challenges into opportunities for growth. Across bustling cities like Wheaton, Naperville, Geneva, and Schaumburg, there lies a universal need to foster this inner sanctuary. 1. Cultivate Mindfulness Through Meditation Incorporating mindfulness into your daily [...]
Strongly Attached
Think you've mastered the art of hiding your emotions from your partner? Well - consider it again. A new study by prominent emotion researcher Dr. James Gross reveals a surprising truth: shutting down your feelings actually sabotages your relationship. Gross' research sheds light on a seemingly illogical phenomenon. When we try to suppress emotions, especially in close relationships where the trigger (your partner) is still present, it's like trying [...]
Why is Validation Important in a Relationship?
In the dance of human connection, understanding is the music that keeps partners in sync. Consider for a moment the feeling of being truly heard: it’s as though someone has not only listened to your words but also heard the unspoken thoughts of your heart. This is the essence of validation—a fundamental component that breathes life into the spaces between us in any relationship. When we speak of validation, [...]
5 Tips for Dealing with an Empty Nest
As your family's dynamic evolves and your home quiets with the departure of your children, the transition can stir a medley of emotions. At Stenzel Clinical Services, we understand the mixed feelings that accompany the empty nest phase. Here are five strategies to help you embrace this new chapter with hope and resilience. 1. Embrace the Change with Open Arms An empty nest presents a unique moment in life—one [...]
Standing Against Second-Hand Stress
In today's interconnected world, emotions spread like wildfire, carried by a wireless network of mirror neurons in our brains. These tiny cells allow us to empathize and understand others, but they can also make us highly susceptible to their emotional states. When you see someone yawn, your own brain fires up, mimicking the fatigue response. But it's not just smiles and yawns that are contagious. We can absorb negative [...]