by Mary Ellen Copeland | Feb 4, 2015 | Blog, Creating & Using Your WRAP, Daily Plan, Early Warning Signs, Elements of WRAP, Signs that Things are Breaking Down, Stressors & Triggers, Wellness Toolbox
by Mary Ellen Copeland, Ph.D Many of you have taken WRAP classes or been part of a WRAP group. Perhaps you facilitate a WRAP group. Maybe you are a health care provider who supports people in using their WRAP or a system administrator who makes it possible for people... by Mary Ellen Copeland | Feb 4, 2015 | Blog, Elements of WRAP, Signs that Things are Breaking Down, Wellness Toolbox, Wellness, Recovery & Lifestyle Topics
The first snowfall of the year; a cup of hot cocoa after building a snowman; ice skating on a frozen pond – The Winter season, especially if you live in the north, is full of unique experiences waiting to be enjoyed. However, have you noticed that you feel worse... by Mary Ellen Copeland | Feb 4, 2015 | Blog, Elements of WRAP, Stressors & Triggers, Wellness Toolbox, Wellness, Recovery & Lifestyle Topics
The following are some of your responses to Mary Ellen Copeland’s article. “The Wellness Toolbox and Flashbacks Many thanks to all of you who have shared your experiences so that others can learn from them. Mary Ellen Copeland One of the statements I use... by Mary Ellen Copeland | Feb 4, 2015 | Blog, Creating & Using Your WRAP, Elements of WRAP, Wellness Toolbox
by Mary Ellen Copeland, Ph.D When we think of the holidays, we generally think of happy times. At least that is the image that is projected in the media. But for many of us, navigating the holiday season is anything but pleasant. If you are one of those people, you... by Mary Ellen Copeland | Feb 4, 2015 | Blog, Elements of WRAP, Stressors & Triggers, Wellness Toolbox, Wellness, Recovery & Lifestyle Topics
I am providing support for a person who is recovering from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), and who experiences lots of intrusive and horrific flashbacks of the trauma he has experienced. It seems like the flashbacks are trying to keep him from being who he... by Mary Ellen Copeland | Feb 4, 2015 | Blog, Elements of WRAP, Wellness Toolbox, Wellness, Recovery & Lifestyle Topics
To truly experience wellness and recovery I have learned that I want to be, and have to be an advocate for issues that I feel passionately about. A big part of recovery for me has been learning to advocate for myself. When I began work on my recovery, I had no idea...