http://traffic.libsyn.com/theaddictionconversation/Transparent_Humility.mp3 Most family members are terrified about the responses when neighbors, or the people at church, work, or school find out their loved one is addicted to drugs. The stigma of drug addiction and the fear of the judgment that comes with having an addict in your family is a very powerful, negative force. Knowing […]
http://traffic.libsyn.com/theaddictionconversation/When_the_boundaries_hurt.mp3 A question from a mom struggling with her boundaries… “My husband and I drew the line that we wouldn’t talk to him until he has been in a rehab. And proves he is clean and working. He keeps being admitted to hospitals then out to the streets again. My reason for reaching out is […]
I tried this technique last night on the phone with my daughter. It was HARD. She is in a sober living home, in recovery for four precious and tender months and just weathered Hurricane Matthew both physically and emotionally. I was sure she would relapse, I could almost smell it, but she didn’t, thank God! […]
With two weeks down on the Cycling for Recovery Mission, I finally had a moment long enough to capture the experiences of the first eight hundred miles cycling across the country. I have traveled from Santa Monica to Albuquerque over much of I-40 and old Route 66. While there have been many experiences, the following […]
“Dave, I admire what you are doing-not only to raise awareness, but to be open and vulnerable, with amazing perspective. Good for you and keep on…” – CF, Scottsdale “This was a great event and bike ride. I didn’t know what to expect; but, I this was great. I love what you are doing.” – […]
