I started yesterday with a fairly positive mindset. It was a Friday and like many of us, I was looking forward to getting to the finish line of the work week and enjoying a weekend with few commitments on the schedule. I’ve recently revisited a book, “The Artist’s Way” by Julia Cameron, and got my … Continue reading RELAPSE IN THE DRIVE THRU
Tag: Addiction
A POEM FROM PRISON
As the title suggests, this is a poem written from prison. I’ll share more information on the other side. “The time that I’ve wasted is my biggest regret Spent in these places I will never forget Just sitting and thinking ‘bout the things that I’ve done The crying, the laughing, the hurt and the … Continue reading A POEM FROM PRISON
ADDICTION & RECOVERY
"Addiction is giving up EVERYTHING for One thing; Recovery is giving up ONE thing for EVERYTHING." - Unknown Short and sweet today. This quote just needed to be put out there for someone. If you have a someone in your life - consider passing it on to them if you think they’re open to receiving … Continue reading ADDICTION & RECOVERY
THE THINGS I’VE LEARNED IN REHAB – Part 3: Oxy, Ice, and …
INTRO TO THIS SERIES If you are just now finding me, there are several previous posts inspired by my rehab process, and I’m including links at the beginning and end to each post for those who find this interesting. In Part 1, I shared a brief “Intro” to this series, and rather than repeat it … Continue reading THE THINGS I’VE LEARNED IN REHAB – Part 3: Oxy, Ice, and …
THE THINGS I’VE LEARNED IN REHAB – PART 2: Granting Access to the Wound
INTRO TO THIS SERIES If you are just now finding me, there is a Part 1 where I share a brief “Intro” to this series. Rather than repeat it here, I’ll share the link below. Please feel free to go there if you’d like a better idea of where I’m coming from. Part 1: Facing … Continue reading THE THINGS I’VE LEARNED IN REHAB – PART 2: Granting Access to the Wound
THE THINGS I’VE LEARNED IN REHAB – PART 1: Facing the Knife
INTRO TO THIS SERIES I recently went through knee replacement surgery… Oh! You thought I meant that kind of “rehab”. No no… not that kind, but what I am learning through the recovery process has been very powerful as I consider my career working with people dealing with addiction issues, poor or destructive mindsets, and … Continue reading THE THINGS I’VE LEARNED IN REHAB – PART 1: Facing the Knife
REVISITING THE IN-BETWEEN
Several years ago, I wrote a post titled “The In-Between”. Those who have followed my blog for a while may remember it. I’ll add the link to the end of this post for those curious. To give a brief description of what the In-Between is, it’s that place we come to on the trail, long … Continue reading REVISITING THE IN-BETWEEN
ACCOUNTABILITY
Before I get too far into this, I want to acknowledge there are always exceptions. This is not a perfect position to take in all circumstances. I realize over the years of dealing with people in crisis, the best message I can give them is one where they can see the ability to take back … Continue reading ACCOUNTABILITY
BAD GAS
This is not a post about the impact of bad gas upon the workings of an engine, but for a moment, let’s talk about how bad gasoline can impact your vehicle engine performance. For those of you who made New Years resolutions, or desire to make significant changes in 2025, we’re 4 days into the … Continue reading BAD GAS
RECOGNIZING THE GHOSTS
(Sometimes, things die in our lives, and they fade away never to be remembered. But sometimes, the dead things of our past don’t fade away. They linger... they haunt us... and if we fail to deal properly with them, they will continue to show up and disrupt our futures.) If you’ve followed this blog, you’re … Continue reading RECOGNIZING THE GHOSTS