Defining addiction leads to a controversial conversation and often a juxtaposition of meaning. On the one hand, there is a school of thought which holds to old misunderstandings of addiction. This school believes that addiction is a criminal activity, committed … Read More
How You Can Start Lucid Dreaming
“Well, dreams, they feel real while we’re in them right? It’s only when we wake up then we realize that something was actually strange,” describes the character Cobb in Inception. The movie received critical acclaim for its complex look into … Read More
Will Legalized Marijuana Be A Danger To The Road?
When an officer suspects someone is driving under the influence, the driver gets pulled over by the officer. Through a series of evaluations, the officer decides if a sobriety test is necessary. Gauging a driver’s sobriety happens one of two … Read More
Celebrating Your Sobriety Date Do’s And Don’ts
Your sobriety date is one of the most important parts of your recovery. The first day that you got clean is either the first day you didn’t use or the last day you used and went to treatment. For most … Read More
Is Portland Suing The Opioid Industry?
In February of 2018, the city of Portland was authorized to launch a lawsuit against opioid makers who they are holding responsible for the many deaths of Portlandians due to opioid addiction. Portland Mercury reports on the resolution being brought … Read More
Springtime In Portland: What To Do In March
As with any season in Portland, there are great hikes to go on near the city or a road trip away from the city. Some wildflowers might start blooming in March, but peak season will come in April. Make your … Read More
Springtime In Oregon: Wildflowers and Springtime Adventures In The Pacific Northwest
The Pacific Northwest is never short of seasonal splendours. When it comes to springtime and the blooming of wildflowers, our beautiful local scenery does not disappoint. As it is with all seasons, being a Portland local means there are adventures … Read More
Sunlight Is Better For Your Brain Than Artificial Life
If you’ve ever spent all day in an office with fluorescent lighting then walked outside you’ve noticed the drastic difference between artificial and natural lighting. Your eyes hurt and you squint to adjust when you step outside into the natural … Read More
What Is Carb Cycling?
We recycle our clothes based on the season. When it is a hot and humid summer, we aren’t in need of our parkas, our down jackets, and our fleece liners. If someone told us that we needed to keep a … Read More
Even Olympic Athletes Get Anxious
Olympic athletes participate in a competition once thought to belong to the Gods. Greek Gods were believed to live on Mount Olympus, after all. Those who have the strength, skill, discipline, and talent make it to the international competition where … Read More