When I was in rehab, I had to ask myself a gang of questions. Two of the most difficult were “Do I want things to be different?” and “Am I willing to do what it takes to get a different result?” For years, I complained about my life and how things were going for me.Continue reading “Difficult Questions”
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Marijuana in Recovery
A lot of people have a closed-minded view when it comes to marijuana. Mention marijuana and recovery in the same sentence, and you will raise some eyebrows. I understand. Marijuana is a substance that I have had trouble with as well. The medical grade cannabis with higher THC levels can be much more addictive thanContinue reading “Marijuana in Recovery”
Identity is Life
Finding a firm middle ground takes a lot of work. The line between confidence and arrogance is skinny. Finding the ability to stand by one’s boundaries respectfully can be elusive. The sacrifice of self is an unfavored option. No individual is more valuable than the self. Identity is life. Existence can seem empty without aContinue reading “Identity is Life”
Find Humor
I always find it amusing to re-read a post I made in a rush. There are always endless typos and grammatical errors. Reading it with the mistakes always makes me laugh. Generally, this process begins with anxiety. We all feel embarrassed when we post something that wasn’t intentional, no matter how quickly we catch theContinue reading “Find Humor”
7/2/2023
I am writing before I go to sleep so that it will be short. After posting my response to the daily writing prompt, I was looking at my insights and had no idea people were reading what I wrote. Thank you to anyone that has read what I post. I have been digging deep andContinue reading “7/2/2023”
Substance Abuse: Physical Addiction, Tolerance, and Withdrawal
Substance abuse is a prevalent issue in American society. Alcohol is a substance that is heavily abused and readily available in every community nationwide. Many Americans use alcohol or marijuana daily to unwind or relieve stress and don’t think they have a substance abuse problem. Not only are alcohol and marijuana used regularly, but alongContinue reading “Substance Abuse: Physical Addiction, Tolerance, and Withdrawal”
Faults and Responsibilities
Fault and responsibility are separate. A car accident could be someone else’s fault. But the repairs to your vehicle are your responsibility. It is the same in life. Circumstances may not be our fault, but dealing with the results of these circumstances is our responsibility. It is not the victim’s fault that their house gotContinue reading “Faults and Responsibilities”
Loving You
Learning to love yourself means being completely honest withing and doing everything you can to gain the self-discipline needed to hold yourself accountable when eyes aren’t on you. Jehovah knows your truth at all times. Peace Love Prayer Strength
December 30, 2022
The devil will always make things harder when you’re living God’s will. No matter how hard I work. No matter the amount of effort. There will never be a day the Devil decides to take off. Whether it’s my addiction messing with my head or my Pop being stuck in a prehistoric mindset. Negativity seemsContinue reading “December 30, 2022”
8 Months
I am currently working on multiple writing projects but I had this urge to write this. 8 months and one day. I have been in recovery for 8 months and one day today. I realize now that I have never really known who I am or what I enjoy. These things were never really decisionsContinue reading “8 Months”
Transformed By Truth 