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We need to show up en masse tomorrow and make a statement that hate WILL NOT BE TOLERATED. The details about the press conference are: “Todos Son Bienvenidos” Press Conference Opposing HB 55 Wednesday (tomorrow), January 20, 8:00 AM Rotunda… Continue Reading →
Substance abuse treatment (SAT) can be problematic for several reasons. But, I think there is a fundamental reason behind all SAT: There is an underlying misunderstanding of the mechanics of, not only substance abuse, but also of Addiction in general… Continue Reading →
Whether you’re a treatment provider or someone seeking recovery from Addiction, the way to begin each day is with renewed hope that the fight can be won. Addiction is all-consuming and mostly leads to darkness. It progresses from mild to… Continue Reading →
Life presents so many opportunities to commune with God’s creation that there’s not enough time in the day to experience it all. On my way home to grab a bite, I saw this hawk on a light pole and I… Continue Reading →
As an addiction treatment provider, among the more difficult topics to tackle when educating a family about addiction and/or recovery is the difference between enabling and supporting. A lot of times, people think that they are being supportive, when in… Continue Reading →
“The last time, I threw it as hard as I could, only, I didn’t watch to see where it landed. I turned around the very second I felt it leave my hand and walked away from crack for good. That… Continue Reading →
At first, the roadrunner with a busted foot scampered away from me. But as it got used to me, it stopped and seemed to pose. I saw it and thought it strange that a roadrunner would be hanging around in… Continue Reading →
We asked experts for their answers to some common questions parents have about talking to their kids about suicide. Source: How to Talk to Your Kids About Suicide
There is little question that there are many times that someone who’s addicted to a substance will behave in very angering ways. Though I advocate compassion, I understand the anger and fear that comes with being involved with a person… Continue Reading →
Almost nothing signals hope like a hawk hunting on a cold gray day…my spirit animal is strong against the bitter wind — I hope I can always be strong in the face of my own life storms and I hope… Continue Reading →
