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“ME” is the source of ALL human suffering

There simply is no such thing as “me.” Not in reality and not in any way that can be proven. No one can prove the existence of “me.” While I spend quite a bit of time researching ways and means… Continue Reading →

Addiction robs authentic relationships

With a cool breeze in my face and the wind carrying the church bell’s song, I let feelings rise inside of me.  Doubt crept into my mind: What if I’m just not good enough to “make it” as a writer?… Continue Reading →

Addicts need to learn to feel in order to begin recovery

I was in the middle of a somewhat heated conversation with someone about her addiction last night. At one point in the conversation, I informed her that I was extremely concerned because she is at the same point in her… Continue Reading →

A simple framework for building better relationships

Relationships are key to mental health.  If our relationships are strong, then we more than likely will be healthy.  If, however, our relationships aren’t strong (or worse), then there’s a strong likelihood that not only will our mental health be… Continue Reading →

A friend who asks me to drink alcohol isn't a friend

It was a busy restaurant; people paraded in and out and the wait staff hustled around the joint to get the mob satiated.  There weren’t many seats, and my friend and I accepted a table in the bar area, rather… Continue Reading →

Interpersonal boundaries should be flexible, safe, and connected

I feel the need to make a quick comment on interpersonal boundaries.  What are boundaries?  Boundaries are the limits to behaviors within any given relationship.  For example, a person who has difficulties saying no, even when he needs to say… Continue Reading →

What is left behind?

When I attend funerals, I watch people lined up like ants locked on to a food source, hoping for inspiration to find words to heal wounds.  But none come.  Instead of helping, the drone of the “I’m sorry’s” and “Is… Continue Reading →

It IS a Wonderful World

I hear people talking about how crappy the world is and how it’s all going to blow up soon.  But then I’ll attend a birthday party or some other function, and I’ll witness tremendous joy and happiness.  Even if only… Continue Reading →

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