“I used to think I was a perfectionist. I found the tiniest flaws in everything. Then I realized I was not a perfectionist at all; I was an imperfectionist! If I was a perfectionist, I would see perfection wherever I look.” That’s Alan H. Cohen, in this morning’s Thought for Today from Daily Ponderables. It … Read more
“Do I realize that I do not know how much time I have left? It may be later than I think.” That’s how today’s Thought for the Day in Twenty-Four Hours a Day opens. Talk about a wake-up call on a Monday morning! A few lines later it asks the question I want to sit … Read more
“True humility and an open mind can lead us to faith . . .” That line from Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions opens today’s Daily Reflections, and it’s a good one to carry around all day. Here’s what I love about it. An open mind isn’t something we only need on day one. We need … Read more
“The measure of a life, after all, is not its duration, but its donation.” That line, credited to Corrie ten Boom, opened today’s Your Daily Reprieve, and I couldn’t shake it. Most of us in recovery spend a lot of time counting. Days, months, years. Chips and coins and cakes. Counting is good! Each of those … Read more
“To err is human, but when the eraser wears out ahead of the pencil, you’re overdoing it.” That line from Josh Jenkins showed up in today’s Keep It Simple reading, and it made me smile. Then it made me think, because a lot of us know that eraser well. Some of us in recovery are … Read more
“Today the only inventory I need to take is my own. I’ll leave judgment of others to the Final Judge — Divine Providence.” That line from today’s Daily Reflections hit me right between the eyes. Because if I am honest, I can still catch myself running someone else’s inventory while my own checklist sits unfinished on … Read more
Some mornings the day looks like a whole meal you’re supposed to finish before lunch. The calls, the inbox, the list that grew overnight. You stare at it and wonder where to even start. Here’s what Sunday’s readings kept telling me: you don’t eat it all at once. You take a bite. Start at the kitchen table … Read more
Recovery from addiction or alcoholism is filled with pivotal conversations – whether it’s opening up to a sponsor, making amends with a loved one, or even just asserting your own needs. It’s really difficult to find the right words in those important moments. I often leave a conversation kicking myself over everything I should have … Read more
“Abilities wither under faultfinding, blossom with encouragement.” – Donald A. Laird The road to recovery, whether from addiction, physical injury, or mental health struggles, is often a long and winding journey. It is a path filled with challenges and setbacks, which can leave individuals feeling disheartened and overwhelmed. In these moments, it’s crucial to remember … Read more
In recent years, telehealth has emerged as a popular mode of healthcare delivery, especially for mental health services. Telehealth refers to the provision of healthcare services through electronic communication technologies such as video conferencing, phone calls, and messaging platforms. Telehealth has revolutionized the way mental health services are delivered, making them more accessible, affordable, and … Read more