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.

February 6, 2012

Always Being Accessible

Last week I was sharing with a good friend the challenges I faced through Brandon’s behaviors, experiences, and journey.  At one point she commented on my ability to stay focused and keep moving despite the painful distractions these events created.  What I shared with her was one of the four powerful lessons of 100 Pedals – […]

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January 30, 2012

Avoiding the Hamster’s Life

“Until you adjust your focus, your perspective and related outcomes will never change.”  When younger, I used to get quite a kick out of the hamster in the cage—not that I had one.  One moment the hamster would be simply chilling around in his cage, taking the occasional drink from his water bottle.  And the […]

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January 23, 2012

Where Are You?

“Sometimes the way forward requires us to go backward in order to re-discover our bearings.” Remember the last time you got lost?  If you stopped to ask directions, you would likely find someone who knew how to direct you where to go from your location at that time. What if you had to call someone […]

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January 16, 2012

Life’s Changes Start with a Simple Reboot

“You don’t need to have all the answers, you only need enough questions to get you started on your search for peace.” Sometimes we find ourselves standing at the starting line, not able to move because we are not sure this is the right thing to do.  What inspired us to step up to the […]

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January 9, 2012

The Reality of Your Reality

“Your reality is what you make it to be.  You have the choice to change what you know and pursue what you don’t.  When you make that shift, you create a new reality.” One of my bigger struggles is getting out of my own way.  Many people struggle with the notion that their situation is […]

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