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Darryl S. Duke
It’s hard for me to accept negative events in my life, and I hope I never have to go through any of the tragic and often traumatic events that some people do. But I’ve met those who have experienced horrific things in their life and made it through them. Some said they actually became stronger … Read more
Although I’ve made a lot of progress in not doing things that make me feel bad, there are still times when I behave in ways I don’t like myself for. I realize, however, that I’m not perfect and that these types of behaviors can help me get back on the road to happiness. For example. … Read more
It can be hard for passionate types like myself not to get into a debate when my beliefs are challenged, but when I do, I at least try to understand the other person’s side and find a common bond with them. I first learned how to do this early in my sobriety when I would … Read more
Self-esteem is defined as — a confidence in ones own worth or abilities; self-respect. I’ve found that practicing love, kindness, understanding, and tolerance towards others can help raise our self-esteem, but we also need to practice those things toward ourselves. There will be times when we fail doing the things I mentioned; it can take time … Read more
Whenever I think about the question posed in the title of this post, two answers always come to mind; at least for me. Happiness comes from trying to be a better person than we were before. And from loving ourselves. Now I admit it took time for me to become a better person than I was … Read more
It’s wonderful to finally feel good about yourself when for most of your life you lacked self-confidence and sometimes felt inferior to some people. Although I tried to cover up my insecurities by pretending to be something I wasn’t and drinking, inside I knew the truth, and as a result, I was never happy with … Read more