Before there was COVID-19, there were whispers about another epidemic slowly eroding the human population. Unlike COVID-19, however, that epidemic didn’t get anyone to social
No one has predicted this. No one. But we’ve all seen movies and read books, and it’s hard not to panic as real life starts
With all that’s going on in today’s world (as I write this the U.S. Federal Funds interest rate stands at 0%, U.S. and world financial
I’m honored to be collaborating with Dr. Wallace J. Nichols in leveraging Blue Mind science and practices to assist those in recovery from substance use
Q: What is Blue Mind? A; Blue Mind: A mildly meditative state characterized by calm, peace, unity, and a sense of general happiness and satisfaction with
One of the biggest lies about new-age spirituality and places that practice them (like some Social Media communities and some 12-step programs) is that we’re
I’m sure you’ve heard all about breathing and how it’s contributing to bringing back people’s sanity—especially those of us who have suffered from trauma, stress,
There are a lot of misconceptions surrounding adoption—the word and its meaning being the first one. What’s in the meaning of a word? One definition
Having worked in addiction services for so many years, I know that one of the crucial aspects of solid recovery is how much support a
Adoptees in Recovery – Indiana Adoptee Network Conference – September 12, 7:30 am Embassy Suites by Hilton Plainfield Indianapolis Airport 6089 Clarks Creek Rd, Plainfield,
One of the successful aspects of recovery is making the person with substance use disorder feel like they matter. Years of addiction can strip anyone
I was honored to be the guest today of John and Ben at My Secular Sobriety. The general topic was The World Post AA. Check
[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of “Parallel Universes” by David B. Bohl.] Read the entire review at OnlineBookClub.org. Imagine from your very first memory,
Psychology Today verifies credentials and maintains a database of detailed listings for mental health professionals. Interested in finding out more about the services I offer?
Being in recovery—whether from trauma, addiction, or illness—makes us vulnerable. There’s nothing wrong with that. We have been wounded, we have been mistreated (by self
Are you doomed to a relapse once you leave the rooms of Alcoholics Anonymous? No. You are not. Trust me on this—I know of many
As someone who mostly eschews labels, I am more and more perplexed by our ability to slap those things onto others and ourselves so eagerly—well
I had the honor today of providing testimony at the Wisconsin Senate Public Hearing on Assembly Bill 579, AB 579 will provide access for adult
One of the most puzzling aspects of my recovery has been the contradiction that is 12 Step fellowship and recovery. It was a place where
Many thanks to Adoptees Connect: An Adoptee Centric Connect Group for including me as a Featured Sponsor, Partner & Supporter. Adoptees Connect brings adoptees and
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