Tag Archives: self-care

Journaling: A Tool for Transformation

Posted on September 1, 2016 by roubicekandthacker

I am grateful to share this beautiful and helpful description of the power of journaling, presented by Robin Sharma. Journaling is a simple yet profoundly important tool for those in recovery. I hope this inspires you to invest the time in … Continue reading →

Posted in Recovery, Self-care | Tagged , , , | Leave a comment

Share if You Agree

Posted on May 17, 2016 by roubicekandthacker

…..it’s necessary! SHARE IF YOU AGREE!

Posted in Self-care | Tagged , | Leave a comment

Learning and Unlearning the Skills of Self-Neglect

Posted on March 31, 2016 by roubicekandthacker

In the work I do with sexual addicts I often use the term “self-neglect”. It seems those of us in recovery are experts at neglecting our needs and emotions. When we look back at our childhoods, we see that we … Continue reading →

Posted in Addiction, Attachment, Partner of Sexual Addict, Recovery, Self-care, Self-Compassion, Sexual Addiction | Tagged , , , | 3 Comments

The Key to Profound Power, Productivity, & Performance

Posted on February 2, 2016 by roubicekandthacker

What if the key to profound power, productivity, and performance was our efficiency in  relaxing, resting, and recharging? This concept is both counter-intuitive and counter-cultural. The popular path is laden with distraction. We chase cortisol. We cut sleep. We  burn out. But the … Continue reading →

Posted in Addiction, Change, Inspiration, Recovery, Science, Self-care | Tagged , , , , | 1 Comment

The Neuroscience of Self-Care: Stephen Kuhn Interviews Forest Benedict, SATP-C

Posted on July 26, 2015 by roubicekandthacker

“What’s the one piece of advice you would give to someone struggling with porn addiction?” This was the question posed by Stephen Kuhn, author of “10 Lies Men Believe About Porn” when he interviewed me awhile back. My answer may … Continue reading →

Posted in Addiction, Change, Recovery, Science, Self-care, Self-Compassion, Sexual Addiction, Shame | Tagged , , , , , | 8 Comments

Recovery on the Road: Preparing for The Temptations of Travel

Posted on June 29, 2015 by roubicekandthacker

For those in recovery, temptations can skyrocket in times of travel. Away from home, addicts experience anonymity and lack of structure that can be detrimental for the unprepared traveler. One simple strategy for trips is to create a effective tool … Continue reading →

Posted in Addiction, Partner of Sexual Addict, Recovery, Self-care, Sexual Addiction | Tagged , , , , , , , , | 4 Comments

The Neuroscience of Sleep: Strengthening the Brain to Resist Relapse

Posted on September 26, 2014 by roubicekandthacker

Last night, as I sat comfortably on my couch, watching an informational video on my laptop, my experience was abruptly interrupted by my computer’s loss of power. I shrugged it off as an excuse to go to bed but in … Continue reading →

Posted in Addiction, Change, Recovery, Science, Self-care, Sexual Addiction | Tagged , , , , , , | 12 Comments

Exercise: Good for the Body, Great for the Brain

Posted on August 6, 2014 by roubicekandthacker

We are all looking for that “miracle” experience that will infuse us with the power to reach our goals. For those striving to attain seemingly impossible achievements, such as recovering from an addiction, finding “recovery boosters” will be an essential part … Continue reading →

Posted in Addiction, Change, Recovery, Science, Self-care, Sexual Addiction | Tagged , , , , , , , | 8 Comments

A Woman’s Plimsoll Line by Floyd Godfrey, LPC, LifeSTAR Mesa, Arizona

Posted on February 14, 2013 by roubicekandthacker

The “Plimsoll Line” was invented by Samuel Plimsoll. Sometimes sailors will call it the “waterline.” It is a simple marker on the side of naval ships, indicating the limit to which a ship may be loaded. The Plimsoll line is … Continue reading →

Posted in Partner of Sexual Addict, Uncategorized | Tagged , , , , , | Leave a comment