Confusion and overwhelm have been running rampant for many of us in our daily lives. You may be experiencing an all too frequent cycle. Life reaches a fever pitch, things plateau for a time, then once again you’re off to the races trying to keep up with the latest developments. Yes, life  has always been messy. But, it seems like life’s messiness is reaching new extremes. The only thing you can control in life is you! This series of articles is meant to support you to do just that. Take charge of yourself. Life will then follow your lead. Your first step in taking taking charge of yourself is to take charge of the meaning you give to life events....

Common symptoms and complaints that may indicate the need for a sedative, include:Fear, stress, worry, insomnia, irritability, anxiety and anger issues.Sedative drugs like Valium and Opioid Pain Killers like codeine and morphine are some of the most widely prescribed prescription drugs worldwide. Oxycodone is one of the most prescribed prescription pain relievers. It is also one of the most common drugs involved in prescription opioid overdose fatalities. These drugs pose major health risks. Research indicates prescribing them may contribute to shortened life expectancies. Sedatives are most often used to medicate distress. A sedatives slows down or depresses the central nervous system (CNS). It slows down both your physical response time and mental processes. Sedative drugs are highly addictive. Withdrawal symptoms can be quite...