We don’t have to be anonymous to find meaning and greater happiness in life.
“I used to be a rebel without a cause, but now that I have one. I’m still a rebel.” —Darryl S. Duke Helping others sometimes requires a sense of humor. I believe in being an example of someone who’s happy in life without using a substance and not afraid to make fun of themselves. I think … Read more
“It’s said that everything begins with our thoughts. What and how we think can shape our days and even our lives. I agree. But words are powerful too. Positive talk and affirmations are important in any spiritual quest we pursue and help to improve our emotional wellness.”
My great-great-grandmother, shown in the picture, was pure Cherokee Indian. And I’m proud of that. I’m unsure if she learned to speak English, but I wouldn’t care if she didn’t as it wasn’t her native tongue. The keyword to remember here is native; being a member of the original inhabitants of a particular place. However, … Read more
“It can be hard to admit we need help in life. And even harder to ask for it; some may think it makes them look weak. But every time I asked for help, my life got easier. And I actually grew stronger.”
I recently added my story to a wonderful website called Heroes In Recovery. Please take the time to click on the name and look around. The information and stories you will find give hope and inspiration to people in recovery, and to their families, and helps break the shame and stigma surrounding addiction. I encourage … Read more
Losing a parent when we’re in our fifties seems much more natural than losing one when we’re young, but being older can make us contemplate our own mortality. Of course, losing anyone we love can be devastating, and in some cases, be very hard to overcome the grief we feel. But I am fortunate to … Read more