About Dave Cooke

Dave Cooke is a dad on a mission. His mission is to help parents get control of their lives over the powerful, destructive influences of a child's addiction. As the father of a son in a ten year heroin battle, Dave knows all to well the challenges parents and families face. He also knows there is a way to find peace in the chaos. It is his mission to help parents discover their path to a healthier, balanced life even if a child's active addiction is still part of their daily journey.

May 14, 2013

Embracing Our Fears

When I first watched this video, it brought tears to my eyes.  I was moved by the sentiment of the moment and the words. Fear is a very powerful word.  It is in our moments of fear — doubt, worry, pain, confusion — that  we struggle with simply being comfortable living in the moment of […]

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May 8, 2013

Lose the Mask. Be Real.

I recently had a conversation with someone who was struggling emotionally to achieve the outcomes they desired.  This individual felt like they needed to engage in a particular style of behavior that was, in many respects contrary to their natural personality.  Yet, no matter how much they maintained a focused effort in this behavioral role, […]

Humility and Authenticity
May 7, 2013

A Life Interrupted By Addiction!

The following is an excerpt from the book “Behind the Dumpster – A story of a son’s addiction, a father’s love and a bike ride.”  This book chronicles my experiences with my youngest son’s heroin addiction and its impact on me and my life. “Whatever our quest in life is, we cannot simply define our […]

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May 6, 2013

Change and Leadership Starts With You

On Sunday, April 21, I started a new 100Pedals 100Day Challenge.  My challenge is to “consult” the I Ching or “Book of Changes” for the 100 days.  On the recommendation of a friend, I purchased this book. I found the inspirational perspectives resonates with much of how I live, think, and feel.  They provide great insights […]

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May 1, 2013

Wake Up Parents!

I was one of those parents who, in retrospect, was not concerned enough about the possibility that one of my children might be using drugs.  Though I probably would have been concerned had discovered any form of abuse of prescription drugs, I had no earthly idea how dangerous drug use of any kind really is. […]

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