Experience has taught us that [spiritual approaches and conceptions] are matters about which, for our purpose, we need not be worried. They are questions for each individual to settle for himself. —Alcoholics Anonymous, 4th ed., pg. 50 Recently I learned about a series of DVD’s that help to answer the questions that we all face … Read more
“Life is 10% what happens to you and 90% how you respond.” Unknown We all have challenges in life we can react or we can respond. When those challenges are emotional or carry an emotional charge we tend to react. The recovered life shows us how to respond. Implementing the twelve steps or one of … Read more
“Well done is better than well said.” Benjamin Franklin I absolutely have had periods of time when I sounded much better than I acted. People would say to me “wow, Dan you sound so good”! But in reality that is where it ended. We have all experienced the “Ninety-day Wonders” you know them, the guys … Read more
“Listen to your life. All moments are key moments.” — Frederick Buechner My mom used to say the proof is in the pudding… We all have defining moments in our lives, the ah-ha’s that hit us often in our challenges and high points in life. I call the challenges “SEE’s” significant emotional events. Those are … Read more
I am fortunate to have the friends I have met all across the world both face to face and via internet social websites. Hope is a recovered lady with a wonderful family, she is committed to God, Family and Recovery, Life is Good! I asked her to write a Blog for us and she has, … Read more
“The optimist sees the rose and not its thorns; the pessimist stares at the thorns, oblivious of the rose.” Kahlil Gibran We have all heard the analogy between the cup being half full or half empty. The way we view life is optional. We can look at life in a positive light or we can … Read more
“I have learned, as a rule of thumb, never to ask whether you can do something. Say, instead, that you are doing it. Then fasten your seat belt. The most remarkable things follow.” – Julia Cameron The quote that sticks to me to this day is Henry Fords, “Whether you think you can or you think … Read more
“Everyone you meet has a flashing sign hanging on their chest that says, MAKE ME FEEL SPECIAL”! Art Williams We all have the same desire to be someone special, to be appreciated, to be loved! Each and everyone of us has a desire to do well, to accomplish goals in our lives. However, life sometimes … Read more
As part of our commitment to communication a service we offer for our friends and guests is an addiction directory. The directory is a listing for professionals from various genres and services that expand beyond addiction services. We ask people to post their information on our website so that our guests and visitors to our … Read more
“Time is limited, so I better wake up every morning fresh and know that I have just one chance to live this particular day right, and to string my days together into a life of action, and purpose.” — Lance Armstrong Typically in the recovery communities teachings when we think about day by day we … Read more