Parellel Universes: The Story of Rebirth (a memoir) by David B. Bohl
Dear Friends, After 57 years of living this story, I spent the last 4 years chronicling the lessons I’ve learned. Many of you shared these
February 4, 2018
Family Addiction – Family Recovery
Have you, like so many people, been affected by a loved one’s addiction? Have you been exposed to addiction, but aren’t quite sure if or
January 29, 2015
What Repeat Drunk Driving Offenders REALLY Need is Counseling and Treatment
December has been designated National Impaired Driving Prevention Month, a time to raise awareness about the consequences of driving under the influence of alcohol and
December 1, 2014
Substance Abuse Programs Need to Look at the Whole Person – Sound Obvious? There’s More to the Solution Than You Think
“The part can never be well unless the whole is well.” These words from the ancient philosopher Plato capture what the foundation of substance abuse
November 7, 2014
Kiva Recovery – My Ongoing Gig
I haven’t kept up as often as I’d like, mainly because I’ve been busy in my role as Executive Director of Kiva Recovery. The goal
October 28, 2014
If You Don’t Stop Tolerating Things, You May Hate Yourself Later
I’m a firm believer that tolerating things that bother us is a really bad idea. How many times have you said about something, “It’s tolerable.” Or, “I can stand it.” Most of the time, I think we’re “standing” things we don’t have to stand.
As a rule, I think tolerating something is a waste of time and effort, and generally causes our lives to be less enjoyable, satisfying and fulfilling than they need to be. I just don’t see why anything needs to be tolerated.
Sometimes you need to put your foot down.
March 2, 2014
Whoabriety?
If you’re so inclined, please check out a new blog that addresses the statement: “There’s more to life than just being sober.” Please browse, comment,
June 25, 2013
David B. Bohl in Christine Louise Hohlbaum’s The Power of Slow: 101 Ways to Save Time in Our 24/7 World
This from Amazon.com: Editorial Reviews “The Power of Slow is a life-changing book. Far from stating the obvious, Christine Hohlbaum provides new insights and persuasive
May 21, 2009
Five Myths about Life and How You Should Be Living It
Every day, we’re bombarded by television commercials, celebrity spokespeople, and advertisements telling us the “right” way to live. We are told to strive for unattainable
February 12, 2009
6 Tips for Streamlining a Project
Whether you’re a full time corporate employee or a solopreneur, there have been times when clients or bosses drop large projects into your lap. Suppose
February 5, 2009
6 People to Avoid in the Professional World
Let’s face it, the workplace can be like a battlefield. It’s hard enough that you have to huddle in a little cubicle, slagging away every
February 3, 2009
How to Be Memorable
How many times have you read a quotable quote by a famous person and thought, “I wish I could have such great insight”? One-liners are
February 1, 2009
Five Great Leaders of Our Time and What We Can Learn from Them
by David Bohl, Personal Coach and Lifestyle Designer The Merriam-Webster dictionary defines a leader as “a person who has commanding authority or influence.” Though this
January 29, 2009
Why Should You Care About the Environment?
Go Green! That is the new war cry of everyone from food manufacturers to financial institutions, as more and more people take on the responsibility
January 27, 2009
6 Unexpected Tips for snoring
Have you tried counting sheep, drinking warm milk, and listening to whale songs until you can know the difference between the sound of an orca
January 25, 2009
Boomers, Keep Your Head in the Learning Game
by David Bohl You’re never too old to learn! Once we graduate from high school, college, or even beyond, many of us never take another
January 18, 2009
Are You Too Comfortable in Your Job?
Complacency in the Workplace and How to Fight It by David Bohl When you visit the same place at the same time for forty hours
January 13, 2009
How to Weather Life’s Storms and Rise Above the Rain
by David Bohl You know that when life gives you lemons, you should make lemonade. But sometimes, when the going gets rough, there’s no money
January 11, 2009
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