The other day I was talking to my mom. Mom’s have a way of sharing something important in bite-sized chunks. She said just what I needed to hear. For most of us, we learn that as we age that the important stuff is usually dolled out in sentences, between the stories and the commercials. Mom’s … More I’m 78 Years Old and I’m Just Beginning to See Things Clearly
“Ask Yourself: How alive are you willing to be? Quiet the voices in your head, whether they be from parents, teachers, or the culture around you. Then sit down and and write a crappy first draft.” Regina Brett, “God Never Blinks.” This quote relates to you whether or not you are a writer. Recovery means … More How Alive Are You Willing to Be?
Part of being an addict is thinking there’s an easy way out of things. Ready to Test Earlier this year, I posted about how I am working towards a certification as a Clinical Addiction Counsellor. The only remaining part of my work is to successfully complete a 3.5 hour exam. I finally have a date … More My Upcoming Clinical Addiction Exam
Yes, you are becoming your parents… relax, that can make you even better ___ I swore I would never be like him. I dressed differently. I didn’t drink. I broke the cycle. But no matter what I did, I still have become like my father. It’s taken me a lot of years to admit it, … More Do You Hate Yourself For Being Like Your Parents?
For an article on the 11 Things I am learning about recovery while studying for my clinical exam, click on the photo above. I write articles about wellness, leadership, parenting and personal growth. My hope is to deliver the best content I can to inspire, to inform and to entertain. Sign up for my blog … More Talking About Recovery is Not Recovery
For more on the 11 Things I am learning about recovery while studying for my clinical exam, click on the photo above for a link to the article. I write articles about wellness, leadership, parenting and personal growth. My hope is to deliver the best content I can to inspire, to inform and to entertain. Sign … More Motivation Follows the Action, Not the Other Way Around
For more on the 11 Things I am learning about recovery while studying for my clinical exam, click on the photo above for a link to the article. I write articles about wellness, leadership, parenting and personal growth. My hope is to deliver the best content I can to inspire, to inform and to entertain. Sign … More You Can Read All That You Want About Recovery, but That Doesn’t Mean You are in Recovery
At first it will hurt, then you will feel more alive. That is just how things work. ___ A few weeks ago I wrote about how I will be studying for my Clinical Addiction Counsellor exam. I am investing sweat, precious brain cells and time in the process. I am using two manuals that are … More 11 Things I am Learning About Recovery While Studying for My Clinical Exam
Your today contains the seeds for a better tomorrow ___ There it was, staring at me. My breakfast cereal hit me with some unusual wisdom. The flakes and nuggets became flecks and nuggets of gold. The lessons came to me when I thought about the milk to crunchiness ratio. Stay with me, friend. This one … More Recovery Lessons Courtesy of Your Cereal Box
For the 7 Ways to prepare yourself for a fantastic recovery, healing, and growth click on the photo above. I write articles about wellness, leadership, parenting and personal growth. My hope is to deliver the best content I can to inspire, to inform and to entertain. Sign up for my blog if you want to receive the … More Today, Life is Waiting for You
Getting High on Recovery 