Change is never easy. Often, we only engage in change when we are forced to. Our motivation for change often determines the effectiveness of our efforts and results. This segment focuses on where our motivational focus needs to be as we take on a change. Stay tuned as I reflect on the transformative process of […]
Those who are negatively addicted embrace a reality in their darkness that “this is a good at it gets.” In that mindset they lose hope and settle in to the situation they are in rather than move out of it. (Positive Addiction, Willam Glasser) Those who are positively addicted look at their life and say […]
What’s in a name? When you really reflect on it, a name defines and describes a great deal. When I was younger, I knew that when my mom called me “David,” I was in trouble. I can still hear that stern, rebuking tone when she called my name. Otherwise, I was often called “Dave.” This […]
Like you, my addiction journey has been filled with a great deal of hurt and frustration. There were, and still are, emotional moments when I reflect on where my son could be if he would simply embrace recovery, as opposed to where he is. I have evolved through all these experiences and am amazed at […]
Motivation based on beliefs, choices and actions is more powerful and lasting than motivation based on feelings and emotions. ~ Mark Sanborn It took me a few reads before I felt like I understood the message in this quote. I am a big believer in the power of emotion. I have encouraged many people to […]
