Grieving In Covid 19
Grieving in Covid 19 brings up so much more than loss of lifestyle and even loss of loved ones. The Corona Virus is the number one cause of death in the U.S right now, and everyone is suffering. But we may not all be suffering from exactly the same feelings. Are you out of a […]
Changing The Toxic Family Dynamic
Are you in a toxic family dynamic without even knowing it? Where I grew up it was common for girls to be raised to care for “The Other Person First.” Any other person. It didn’t matter whether the person you were supposed to care for was mean to you or hurt you. You had to […]
Covid-19 Isn’t The End Of The World We Will Recover
Covid-19 is one of many scourges and diseases humans have faced. Each disease teaches us new lessons. What are we learning now? Covid-19 isn’t the end of the world, but it is the end of life as we knew it. Call me horrid and mean, but as a recovery advocate I have to point out […]
Easy Thanksgiving Turkey With Zoom
Easy thanksgiving turkey dinner for me has been anything but easy for decades. This year because we can’t travel and see each other, I decided to do an actually easy Thanksgiving turkey, with a side of Zoom. On Zoom, family members and friends across the country can share their table, show their foods, and raise […]
Holiday Parties And Alcohol In Recovery
Holiday parties and alcohol in recovery are always a challenge for sobriety. With families getting together and celebrating, often with booze, holiday parties and alcohol can still be a problem for 10 percent of the adult population. Did you know that 10 percent of Americans are in recovery from an alcohol or substance problem? That’s […]
Laughter Yoga For Covid 19 and Post Election Stress
Why do you need to watch this laughter yoga for Covid 19 and post election de-stressing? It will lift your spirits and fill your lungs with oxygen and boost your immune system. Really. I just tried it and feel full of optimism. Try it.