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		<title>By: jake</title>
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		<dc:creator>jake</dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 26 Apr 2010 05:15:53 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description>positive thinking has so many benefits for a person. you&#039;ll be surprised with the results of having positive thoughts everyday. doesn&#039;t hurt to try. :)</description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>positive thinking has so many benefits for a person. you&#8217;ll be surprised with the results of having positive thoughts everyday. doesn&#8217;t hurt to try. <img src='http://addictionrecoverybasics.com/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_smile.gif' alt=':)' class='wp-smiley' /> </p>
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		<title>By: Asian Filipina Daring</title>
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		<dc:creator>Asian Filipina Daring</dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 17 Feb 2010 21:54:50 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description>I wish there would be more global focus in fighting drugs, especially in Asia many young people gets addicted - and rehab is almost impossible.</description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I wish there would be more global focus in fighting drugs, especially in Asia many young people gets addicted &#8211; and rehab is almost impossible.</p>
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		<title>By: Philippine Dating</title>
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		<dc:creator>Philippine Dating</dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 04 Feb 2010 03:11:13 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description>I really do believe that thinking negatively will bring out the worst in a person. This is really helpful.</description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I really do believe that thinking negatively will bring out the worst in a person. This is really helpful.</p>
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		<title>By: frank</title>
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		<dc:creator>frank</dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 01 Feb 2010 10:23:41 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description>life is not about what you think its what you do that counts.you can change your thinking all day and positive think and think this and that and still not accomplish nothing or change nothing unless you focus on doing.</description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>life is not about what you think its what you do that counts.you can change your thinking all day and positive think and think this and that and still not accomplish nothing or change nothing unless you focus on doing.</p>
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		<title>By: Mary Jones</title>
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		<dc:creator>Mary Jones</dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 13 Jan 2010 08:30:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description>&quot;always keep in mind that “you can make it”&quot;

Right! Whether or not &quot;you can make it&quot; right now does not matter. You cannot be 100% certain about the future, so the spirit of enthusiasm needs to be there all the time. :)</description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>&#8220;always keep in mind that “you can make it”&#8221;</p>
<p>Right! Whether or not &#8220;you can make it&#8221; right now does not matter. You cannot be 100% certain about the future, so the spirit of enthusiasm needs to be there all the time. <img src='http://addictionrecoverybasics.com/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_smile.gif' alt=':)' class='wp-smiley' /> </p>
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		<title>By: Patrick</title>
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		<dc:creator>Patrick</dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sat, 05 Dec 2009 17:20:51 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description>I totally agree that you can use some tools such as the ones suggested in this post in order to change your emotional outcome from a situation.  

The problem comes in when your frustration level is so incredibly high that all of these mental tools fly right out the window. 

I think we have all been there at times in our recovery.  We are frazzled to the point that there is no reasoning ability.  

It is at times like that when we need tools that go beyond mental gymnastics:

1) Spiritual connection, prayer, meditation tools, etc.

2) Exercise as an outlet for built up frustration.  Using a holistic approach in recovery to find new coping mechanisms.  

3) Having a strong social support network of others in recovery who can help keep you in check and keep you held accountable. 

The mental techniques in this post are great, but for times when you get really frustrated, I think we need techniques that reach beyond this type of therapy.  

And of course, anyone who is actively working a program will be exposed to these other tools.
.-= Patrick&#180;s last blog ..&lt;a href=&quot;http://www.spiritualriver.com/warning-taking-massive-action-in-recovery-could-result-in-creating-an-awesome-life-that-you-are-genuinely-grateful-for/&quot;&gt;Warning: Taking Massive Action in Recovery Could Result in Creating an Awesome Life that You are Genuinely Grateful For&lt;/a&gt; =-.</description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I totally agree that you can use some tools such as the ones suggested in this post in order to change your emotional outcome from a situation.  </p>
<p>The problem comes in when your frustration level is so incredibly high that all of these mental tools fly right out the window. </p>
<p>I think we have all been there at times in our recovery.  We are frazzled to the point that there is no reasoning ability.  </p>
<p>It is at times like that when we need tools that go beyond mental gymnastics:</p>
<p>1) Spiritual connection, prayer, meditation tools, etc.</p>
<p>2) Exercise as an outlet for built up frustration.  Using a holistic approach in recovery to find new coping mechanisms.  </p>
<p>3) Having a strong social support network of others in recovery who can help keep you in check and keep you held accountable. </p>
<p>The mental techniques in this post are great, but for times when you get really frustrated, I think we need techniques that reach beyond this type of therapy.  </p>
<p>And of course, anyone who is actively working a program will be exposed to these other tools.<br />
.-= Patrick&#180;s last blog ..<a href="http://www.spiritualriver.com/warning-taking-massive-action-in-recovery-could-result-in-creating-an-awesome-life-that-you-are-genuinely-grateful-for/">Warning: Taking Massive Action in Recovery Could Result in Creating an Awesome Life that You are Genuinely Grateful For</a> =-.</p>
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		<title>By: maxwell382</title>
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		<dc:creator>maxwell382</dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 16 Nov 2009 13:45:36 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description>Great article. The way we think changes everything. So to prevent from any trouble or problem, just think positively.
.-= maxwell382&#180;s last blog ..&lt;a href=&quot;http://acaiforcemaxformen.com/9/the-acai-force-max-fat-burner-diet-pill/comment-page-1/#comment-4&quot;&gt;Comment on The Acai Force Max Fat Burner – Diet Pill by Alan&lt;/a&gt; =-.</description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Great article. The way we think changes everything. So to prevent from any trouble or problem, just think positively.<br />
.-= maxwell382&#180;s last blog ..<a href="http://acaiforcemaxformen.com/9/the-acai-force-max-fat-burner-diet-pill/comment-page-1/#comment-4">Comment on The Acai Force Max Fat Burner – Diet Pill by Alan</a> =-.</p>
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		<title>By: Martha Jones</title>
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		<dc:creator>Martha Jones</dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:56:36 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description>Great article! Also, I totally agree with Chelsea (above) that while any kind of addiction can be cured with proper treatment and support, it is the taboo and social stigma attached to it that keeps an individual from discussing his addiction freely or getting it cured. :(</description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Great article! Also, I totally agree with Chelsea (above) that while any kind of addiction can be cured with proper treatment and support, it is the taboo and social stigma attached to it that keeps an individual from discussing his addiction freely or getting it cured. <img src='http://addictionrecoverybasics.com/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_sad.gif' alt=':(' class='wp-smiley' /> </p>
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		<title>By: Kilua Freccs</title>
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		<dc:creator>Kilua Freccs</dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 11 Nov 2009 17:14:46 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description>Just don&#039;t lose hope my friends, remember that as long as your alive, God is giving you enough time to change, be positive that God has forgiven you as you forgive yourself.

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		<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Just don&#8217;t lose hope my friends, remember that as long as your alive, God is giving you enough time to change, be positive that God has forgiven you as you forgive yourself.</p>
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		<title>By: moving quotes</title>
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		<dc:creator>moving quotes</dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 10 Nov 2009 18:06:43 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description>Oh, come on. Positive thinking is EASY provided you understand perfectly well that your mood is something you build up yourself, not something given to you.
.-= moving quotes&#180;s last blog ..&lt;a href=&quot;http://www.bestmovingcompaniesreviews.com/7324/home-movers-free-home-moving-quotes/&quot;&gt;Home Movers &#124; Free Home Moving Quotes&lt;/a&gt; =-.</description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Oh, come on. Positive thinking is EASY provided you understand perfectly well that your mood is something you build up yourself, not something given to you.<br />
.-= moving quotes&#180;s last blog ..<a href="http://www.bestmovingcompaniesreviews.com/7324/home-movers-free-home-moving-quotes/">Home Movers | Free Home Moving Quotes</a> =-.</p>
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		<title>By: Mike</title>
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		<dc:creator>Mike</dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 10 Nov 2009 15:59:34 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description>Thanks for the post.
I agree with changing the way you see situations. A lot of times the stinking thinking is what gets addicts into trouble.</description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Thanks for the post.<br />
I agree with changing the way you see situations. A lot of times the stinking thinking is what gets addicts into trouble.</p>
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		<title>By: Chat Line</title>
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		<dc:creator>Chat Line</dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 10 Nov 2009 06:35:02 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description>always keep in mind that &quot;you can make it&quot;</description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>always keep in mind that &#8220;you can make it&#8221;</p>
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		<title>By: Chelsea</title>
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		<dc:creator>Chelsea</dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sat, 07 Nov 2009 20:43:48 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description>These ideas are great.  Changing your way of thinking can be a huge help to addicts in recovery.  I think due to the amount of stigma placed on addiction in our society, it is easy to take a lot of things the wrong way, when they are not meant to be negative at all.  With these simple steps it is possible to end up in a whole new positive direction.
.-= Chelsea&#180;s last blog ..&lt;a href=&quot;http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/AllAboutAddiction/~3/5hrR5TpF-aQ/&quot;&gt;Small town heroin addicts – When drug use and overdose hit smalltown USA&lt;/a&gt; =-.</description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>These ideas are great.  Changing your way of thinking can be a huge help to addicts in recovery.  I think due to the amount of stigma placed on addiction in our society, it is easy to take a lot of things the wrong way, when they are not meant to be negative at all.  With these simple steps it is possible to end up in a whole new positive direction.<br />
.-= Chelsea&#180;s last blog ..<a href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/AllAboutAddiction/~3/5hrR5TpF-aQ/">Small town heroin addicts – When drug use and overdose hit smalltown USA</a> =-.</p>
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		<title>By: Adi Jaffe</title>
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		<dc:creator>Adi Jaffe</dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 05 Nov 2009 22:49:19 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description>Love the post Bill,
I used to rely on others&#039; help in early recovery. When I found out just how faulty my own thinking could be, I made a commitment to consult with others (parents, significant other, or back then a program person) before making any rash decisions. Even the little breaks that normally put on my actions helped immensely.
.-= Adi Jaffe&#180;s last blog ..&lt;a href=&quot;http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/AllAboutAddiction/~3/NXn1tJMVKDY/&quot;&gt;What does it mean to be love addicted? Sex addiction explained.&lt;/a&gt; =-.</description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Love the post Bill,<br />
I used to rely on others&#8217; help in early recovery. When I found out just how faulty my own thinking could be, I made a commitment to consult with others (parents, significant other, or back then a program person) before making any rash decisions. Even the little breaks that normally put on my actions helped immensely.<br />
.-= Adi Jaffe&#180;s last blog ..<a href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/AllAboutAddiction/~3/NXn1tJMVKDY/">What does it mean to be love addicted? Sex addiction explained.</a> =-.</p>
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		<title>By: adanjay123</title>
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		<dc:creator>adanjay123</dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 05 Nov 2009 13:56:17 +0000</pubDate>
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