In the emotionally, guilt ridden energy of addiction in the family, as parents, we assign a great deal of responsibilities to our behaviors and our decisions: To do the right thing To not mess this up To get this under control To fix this To make sure no one finds out Wow! That is a […]
“I just want something to be normal.” This statement, shared with me on a Facebook exchange, just jumped out at me. It caused me to pause and reflect on my own journey. These words were so true for me several years ago. I often found myself sitting on the front porch, wishing for the day […]
“I didn’t decide to go to recovery when I lost my job, lost my home, lost my kids, or went to jail and lost my freedom. I made a decision to go to recovery when I was sitting on a hill and realized I needed to do this for me.” The “bottom” so often referenced […]
I participated in an incredibly educational, enlightening, and energizing seminar on Friday. The event was “Responding to Trauma, Addiction, and Mental Illness.” Considering where I am on my learning journey, this event couldn’t have come at a better time. I don’t know specifically where you are on your journey. If you are like most people […]
I was asked the question the other day about my hands-off, love and acceptance approach for engaging my son as he walks his life path. The focus of the conversation was whether my behaviors projected approval or was enabling (I dislike this word). Finally, the question was asked, “when can I confront [interesting word choice] […]
