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Courage is what it takes to stand up and speak; courage is also what it takes to sit down and listen. ~Winston Churchill

Despite the U.S. economy in recession, rehabilitation centers are seeing in increase in people from the world of finance seeking treatment for their addictions. In the banking world, confidence is a hallmark and addiction, often seen as a weakness, is not easily admitted to family, friends or coworkers. Depression and substance abuse are on the rise and with many in the finance sector losing their jobs, the anxiety and stress are heightened.

The high-pressure world of finance has long had alcohol and drugs a part of its culture. The recession, with record job losses and foreclosures, has increased anxiety. That pressure can intensify depression and often push people over the edge. The anxiety and depression can allow addicts to rationalize their behavior, blaming stress for their problems, or claiming that they can not afford to seek treatment. This problem can not be ignored. Mental illness and addiction, which often occur together, cost the United States $171 billion a year in lost workplace productivity.

Advice is what we ask for when we already know the answer but wish we didn’t. ~Erica Jong, How to Save Your Own Life, 1977

A Homeopathic Approach to Addiction

The homeopathic approach to treating addictions has gained popularity in recent years. One such therapy, Bach flower therapy, is a complimentary treatment that can be used to help achieve a feeling of emotional balance. Bach flower therapy was discovered by Dr. Edward Bach in the 1930s and has been used as an innovative healing modality and an offshoot of homeopathy. Bach flower therapy is a combination of 38 wild flower essences that is odorless, tasteless and colorless. It is available at health food stores and pharmacies. It is effective in eliminating stress and negative behaviors, such as guilt, jealousy, and frustration, which often act as triggers for addictive behaviors. Once Bach flower therapy begins to improve your mental state, the negative behaviors will begin to disappear. It is often said that Bach flower therapy can help you achieve a balance of body and soul. Bach flower therapy is safe and is approved by the United States Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act (FDCA) and the United States Homeopathic Pharmacopoeia (approved by the FDA). There are no side effects associated with using Bach flower therapy.

From a worldly point of view there is no mistake so great as that of being always right. ~Samuel Butler, Note-Books, 1912

There’s a saying among prospectors: “Go out looking for one thing, and that’s all you’ll ever find.” ~Robert Flaherty

A true friend never gets in your way unless you happen to be going down. ~Arnold Glasow

Attitudes are contagious. Are yours worth catching? ~Dennis and Wendy Mannering

Of all the things you wear, your expression is the most important. ~Janet Lane

It is well to remember that the entire population of the universe, with one trifling exception, is composed of others. ~Andrew J. Holmes, Wisdom in Small Doses

The only people with whom you should try to get even are those who have helped you.
~John E. Southard

Preconceived notions are the locks on the door to wisdom. ~Merry Browne