Darryl S. Duke My Blog

It Takes The Right Tools

May 3, 2021November 18, 2018 by Darryl Duke

“Although I can feel fearful when something’s out of my control. I’ve learned I can control my fears and eventually overcome them. Prayer, people, hope, and self-talk are the tools I use. And they have never let me down.”

Am I Overthinking This?

May 11, 2019November 4, 2018 by Darryl Duke

“As overthinkers, we can wear ourselves out while trying to figure some things out. But I wouldn’t have it any other way. There have been many times when trying to find answers to life’s problems, whether for myself or another person. That not only did the answers come, but so much more. By never giving … Read more

That Is So Endearing

May 11, 2019October 7, 2018 by Darryl Duke

“One of the best endearing qualities we can have is the belief that we actually do have endearing qualities”

Alcoholism And Addiction

October 13, 2019September 16, 2018 by Darryl Duke

Here’s another excerpt from my book. We need to keep our eye on the ball when it comes to addiction. Debates and arguments can be both helpful and hurtful. It’s important to keep that in mind when we talk about addiction. “Albert Einstein is quoted as saying, “Everything should be made as simple as possible, … Read more

I Can’t Get Enough Of This

May 11, 2019August 30, 2018 by Darryl Duke

“We may be tested. And sometimes bested. But with enough self-love. Nothing can break our spirit or change who we are.”

Let’s Be Mature About This

May 11, 2019August 12, 2018 by Darryl Duke

“I told my wife the other day. I have chronic immaturity, of which there is no cure. If I can live with it, so can you.”