Abundance All The Time

Welcome to the season of excess! This may be the one time of year that we see all that is available to us; the abundance of food, drink, cheer, decorations … it’s all there for us to celebrate! Season of Excess Is Over Stimulation Of All The Senses “Look at all the pretty lights!” emits […]
Safety Is A Quiet Place To Think

Where is safety in this confusing world with challenging issues all around us? What single thing do we all need to keep our balance and move forward with confidence? A quiet place to reflect and figure things out. Other people to share thoughts come second. When I was a child and I needed some space […]
Why You Should Leave Holiday Expectations At Home

Holiday expectations can break your heart, and I had to learn to let them go. As the youngest of four children I was automatically labeled “The Baby” and thus began my journey of being left out. My older siblings treat me as the Baby even now when I am old enough to have grandchildren of […]
The Must Read Gratitude Listicle

Why is this the must-read gratitude listicle of the season? Let’s forget the things we’re hating this season (like politics); the things we’re dreading this season like difficult and awkward situations: the things we’re worrying and stressing about like gifts and to-do lists. Let’s get down to basics. No matter who you are or where […]
Quiz: Do You Think You’re Adulting Well?

Growing up can be a real challenge for people in recovery. How well you handle the responsibilities and tasks of life depends on where you are in your journey.