Fortunately I am not and never will be. I think at times I have played the role of God in my life and the lives of others. Of course the results were less then favorable. I was awakened at 5am this morning with this thought. I have said it before often I am my own … Read more
Our greatest weakness lies in giving up. The most certain way to succeed is always to try just one more time. – Thomas Edison, 1847-1931. Most of us that have been plagued by addiction have had our share of failure. Looking at our failures as the direct result of our addiction allows us to write … Read more
Difficulties mastered are opportunities won. — Winston Churchill I often point to the comeback as what really matters. Of course the persistence and relentless leadership of Winston Churchill in World War 2 is a great example. Winning in life is not necessarily the goal of life. Striving to achieve our “Purpose” is the underlying … Read more
“One starts an action simply because one must do something.” – T. S. Eliot Alcoholism and addiction are addressed usually after a series of challenges that expand over substantial periods of time. Typically, the addict takes action after a Significant Emotional Event, a SEE. Of course family and friends are the first to recognize that … Read more
I enjoy reading today. As I have mentioned I receive a bunch of newsletters and ezines. When I read these they always stimulate thought and ideas. It is difficult to totally agree on everything in one article. In fact that goes both ways. I do receive comments on my blogs, website, Facebook, MySpace etc… Sometimes … Read more
When it comes to recovery the rehabilitation process can be described as difficult at best. Often individuals and families have responded to their personal traumas differently. There was a time in my life that the “why” of it all seemed so important. I would read about the experiences of folks that responded differently to the … Read more
This morning I received a phone call from a man who is attempting to rebuild his business–and his life. I’ve known this person for several years and followed him on a path that has taken him to the summit in his business successes and subsequently plunged him into the depths of despair. Riddled by alcoholism … Read more
This is a wonderful piece written by my friend Sandy Brewer, author of “Pursuit of Light” a must read. Please enjoy and Happy Holidays…. Dan 🙂 THE PROMISE By Sandy Brewer There is something universal and transcendent about Christmas, an underlying harmonic that draws people together, sparking the potential for uplifting the human spirit. It’s … Read more