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The Relationships section explores how addiction affects connections with others and offers advice on building healthy, supportive relationships during recovery and mental wellness.

10 Creative Tips for Coping with Holiday Loneliness and Pressure

10 Creative Tips for Coping with Holiday Loneliness and Pressure

The holiday season can bring up a whirlwind of emotions. For many of us, it’s not all joy and cheer; it’s loneliness, family tensions, and the overwhelming…

How My Father’s Narcissism and Violence Could Have Made Him the Next Ted Bundy

How My Father’s Narcissism and Violence Could Have Made Him the Next Ted Bundy

As a teenager in the early 2000s, I developed a deep fascination with serial killers. At the time, I didn’t fully understand why. Was it the familiarity…

How to Heal from a Break-up and Find Freedom Again

How to Heal from a Break-up and Find Freedom Again

Break-ups are never easy, and healing from a relationship can feel like an overwhelming journey. Whether it’s a painful breakup from a long-term partner or a short…

Risa Patterson

Risa is a survivor of childhood trauma, multi-generational family dysfunction, a former drug addict, a Taiwanese immigrant, proud Asian American, and was motivated by the love of God to help empower others to overcome their own struggles and live the life they've always dreamed of. Risa is currently pursing her Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, and strives to become a doctor in psychology and counseling upon graduation. She has a YouTube channel at @GritToGrace. Most importantly, she once thought none of this was possible!

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