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Came to Believe
I heard that read at a meeting and it hit me as if for the first time. The longer I stay on this journey, the more... more
I heard that read at a meeting and it hit me as if for the first time. The longer I stay on this journey, the more... more
Trying to do the right thi
On a daily basis, I try doing the right thing. Though I usually end up screwing it up. I wish I could someth... more
On a daily basis, I try doing the right thing. Though I usually end up screwing it up. I wish I could someth... more
Letting Go
Sometimes letting go is the most difficult thing someone can do. It is when you let go, you allow other things to come i... more
Sometimes letting go is the most difficult thing someone can do. It is when you let go, you allow other things to come i... more
(read this)
the calmness of my mind today that I am experiencing through sobriety. I have my rough days too but I ... more
the calmness of my mind today that I am experiencing through sobriety. I have my rough days too but I ... more
(read this)
being sober and having the path of the step. I struggle with my husband's disease of active addiction. I am ... more
being sober and having the path of the step. I struggle with my husband's disease of active addiction. I am ... more
Interview with Robert,How
Robert learned to self medicate when he was 23 years old; He has been an active drinker for 19 years. Robert has been HI... more
Robert learned to self medicate when he was 23 years old; He has been an active drinker for 19 years. Robert has been HI... more
my recovery
keeping with the season -recovery is a gift -it is not a life sentence nor a punishment for past shortcomi... more
keeping with the season -recovery is a gift -it is not a life sentence nor a punishment for past shortcomi... more
someone tell me ill be nor
I am a wife of a sex addict with the discovery of this being 16 months ago i found that the ground beneath me was gone, ... more
I am a wife of a sex addict with the discovery of this being 16 months ago i found that the ground beneath me was gone, ... more
The ability to share my st
Reggie’s Story about addiction and incarceration. Written by George Maris George Maris is an author of inspirat... more
Reggie’s Story about addiction and incarceration. Written by George Maris George Maris is an author of inspirat... more
Change
"Change is never a loss - it is change only." Vernon Howard - The Mystic Path to Cosmic Power
"Change is never a loss - it is change only." Vernon Howard - The Mystic Path to Cosmic Power
Glad I'm still sober
My brother offered me a glass of wine last night, and I declined. I'm the type that would buy a bottle on the way home a... more
My brother offered me a glass of wine last night, and I declined. I'm the type that would buy a bottle on the way home a... more
(read this)
hey I am new to the site I am a student at EMU I just got back from the UK this summer and am looking for for student in... more
hey I am new to the site I am a student at EMU I just got back from the UK this summer and am looking for for student in... more
Physical health
I am thankful that I physically felt better today. I have felt ill for almost a month now and today my physical di... more
I am thankful that I physically felt better today. I have felt ill for almost a month now and today my physical di... more
Right Now
What powerful words those can be if we recognize them for what they are: truly the only time we have for sure, and every... more
What powerful words those can be if we recognize them for what they are: truly the only time we have for sure, and every... more
Trying to come up for air
I am trying to recover from being totally blindsided by life. I have stopped crying , I think......... been three weeks&... more
I am trying to recover from being totally blindsided by life. I have stopped crying , I think......... been three weeks&... more
(read this)
Having such wonderful, loving, supportive parents. Although it's been four years since my Father passed, he is in ... more
Having such wonderful, loving, supportive parents. Although it's been four years since my Father passed, he is in ... more
wondering...
When or how did "better" lose its value? What is it that keeps me from being better when the obstacle to... more
When or how did "better" lose its value? What is it that keeps me from being better when the obstacle to... more
(read this)
I realize that there is a beautiful day just around the corner and that it's up to me to pick the road that will lead me... more
I realize that there is a beautiful day just around the corner and that it's up to me to pick the road that will lead me... more
Practicing What I Preach
Like a lovely flower full of color but lacking in fragrance, are the words of those who do not practice what they teach.... more
Like a lovely flower full of color but lacking in fragrance, are the words of those who do not practice what they teach.... more
My Own Common Sense
Believe nothing. No matter where you read it, Or who said it, Even if I have said it, Unless it agrees with your ... more
Believe nothing. No matter where you read it, Or who said it, Even if I have said it, Unless it agrees with your ... more
(read this)
Finally being able to see the beauty in the little things in life that I never knew existed before entering treatment...... more
Finally being able to see the beauty in the little things in life that I never knew existed before entering treatment...... more
(read this)
asking God to help me let go of my need to try to solve everyones problems and to allow them to experience their o... more
asking God to help me let go of my need to try to solve everyones problems and to allow them to experience their o... more
(read this)
The people I meet who are staying clean and sober, who live with or deal with peeps who are NOT trying to live a better ... more
The people I meet who are staying clean and sober, who live with or deal with peeps who are NOT trying to live a better ... more
Kids
The faith, loyalty and love that my daughter has in me. She is proud of my 5 months of sobriety. Our relationship ... more
The faith, loyalty and love that my daughter has in me. She is proud of my 5 months of sobriety. Our relationship ... more
being a good parent
I am grateful that today I can be the Mom that my daughter deserves. I may not be perfect but I'm emotionally and ... more
I am grateful that today I can be the Mom that my daughter deserves. I may not be perfect but I'm emotionally and ... more
Simplel Happiness
"Everyone is looking for happiness and avoiding suffering. This is the purpose of philosophy, the basis of all reli... more
"Everyone is looking for happiness and avoiding suffering. This is the purpose of philosophy, the basis of all reli... more
Struggling
Seven years sober and I'm scared out of my mind. I've lost touch and am not ready to go to a meeting. I need... more
Seven years sober and I'm scared out of my mind. I've lost touch and am not ready to go to a meeting. I need... more
(read this)
The joy of recovery and the blessing it has brought my family that are evident in the faces of my son and his son!
The joy of recovery and the blessing it has brought my family that are evident in the faces of my son and his son!
Loving
So if we love someone, we should train in being able to listen. By listening with calm and understanding, we can ease th... more
So if we love someone, we should train in being able to listen. By listening with calm and understanding, we can ease th... more
Turn the Negative into Pos
People deal too much with the negative, with what is wrong. Why not try and see positive things, to just touch those thi... more
People deal too much with the negative, with what is wrong. Why not try and see positive things, to just touch those thi... more
A line from Bill
Even the absolutes vary if we change the viewpoint ( I think that's eally powerful)
Even the absolutes vary if we change the viewpoint ( I think that's eally powerful)
Thich Nhat Hahn
When we come into contact with the other person, our thoughts and actions should express our mind of compassion, even if... more
When we come into contact with the other person, our thoughts and actions should express our mind of compassion, even if... more
Every day that my day
Every day that my life gets better, or even worse for that matter. Up or down life is good on this side of addiction.
Every day that my life gets better, or even worse for that matter. Up or down life is good on this side of addiction.
(read this)
Life is what happens to you while you're busy making other plans. John Lennon (1940 - 1980), "Beautiful Boy&quo... more
Life is what happens to you while you're busy making other plans. John Lennon (1940 - 1980), "Beautiful Boy&quo... more
Peace
The practice of peace and reconciliation is one of the most vital and artistic of human actions. ... more
The practice of peace and reconciliation is one of the most vital and artistic of human actions. ... more
HEALTH
Keeping your body healthy is an expression of gratitude to the whole cosmos - the trees, the clouds, everything. &n... more
Keeping your body healthy is an expression of gratitude to the whole cosmos - the trees, the clouds, everything. &n... more
Still trying to break loos
Having a hard time staying on the path to serenity. Not using, but life on life's terms feels like I've just stepp... more
Having a hard time staying on the path to serenity. Not using, but life on life's terms feels like I've just stepp... more
Happy Birthday
Dear Alix, Wow! You are a true miracle and I thank you for all that you do in recovery for those who still suffer... more
Dear Alix, Wow! You are a true miracle and I thank you for all that you do in recovery for those who still suffer... more
It's a lie
For whatever reason you refuse to feel this space we're in,To know it's insanity, really know it, Whatever your particul... more
For whatever reason you refuse to feel this space we're in,To know it's insanity, really know it, Whatever your particul... more
This quote (a favorite):
What seemed at first a flimsy reed,has proved to be the loving and powerful hand of God. A new life has been given us or... more
What seemed at first a flimsy reed,has proved to be the loving and powerful hand of God. A new life has been given us or... more
A Grand Father's Day
What an incredible Father's day. Church was fantastic as it always is. My beautiful wife and great boys Cam 15 and Colin... more
What an incredible Father's day. Church was fantastic as it always is. My beautiful wife and great boys Cam 15 and Colin... more
Nervous.
because today is my last day to use and tommorow i will not let myself and its a very scary thought and i dont know if i... more
because today is my last day to use and tommorow i will not let myself and its a very scary thought and i dont know if i... more
Warning
WARNING: consumption of alcohol may cause an influx in the time-space continuem, whereby small (and sometimes large) gap... more
WARNING: consumption of alcohol may cause an influx in the time-space continuem, whereby small (and sometimes large) gap... more
Finding the quiet place wi
Just when I thought I was going to explode, someone sent me an e-mail that took me right to that quiet place within. Th... more
Just when I thought I was going to explode, someone sent me an e-mail that took me right to that quiet place within. Th... more
CERVANTES
TOO MUCH REALITY IS MADNESS...AND THE MADDEST OF ALL IS SEING THINGS AS THEY ARE, AND NOT AS THE COULD BE.
TOO MUCH REALITY IS MADNESS...AND THE MADDEST OF ALL IS SEING THINGS AS THEY ARE, AND NOT AS THE COULD BE.
God's Blessings in my life
Just when I think I can't go another step, God instills me with the love, courage, and gratitude to keep going.&nb... more
Just when I think I can't go another step, God instills me with the love, courage, and gratitude to keep going.&nb... more
Doing Fantastic!
When people ask "Montyman, how are you doing?" I tell them, "Better than I deserve."
When people ask "Montyman, how are you doing?" I tell them, "Better than I deserve."
In Recovery for Codependen
If you're interested in the perspectives of someone in recovery for codependence to sexual addiction with a partner who ... more
If you're interested in the perspectives of someone in recovery for codependence to sexual addiction with a partner who ... more
Monty'mans Humor
"People are always asking me how much I'm worth. Well, all I can say is, I've got enough money to last me the rest ... more
"People are always asking me how much I'm worth. Well, all I can say is, I've got enough money to last me the rest ... more
Honoring Each Other
"We don't give honor to people because they are deserving of honor. We honor people because we are honorable."
"We don't give honor to people because they are deserving of honor. We honor people because we are honorable."
Interviewing Recovery Come
Tomorrow is going to be alot of fun as I am interviewing once again Mark Lundholm, Recovery Comedian. the interview will... more
Tomorrow is going to be alot of fun as I am interviewing once again Mark Lundholm, Recovery Comedian. the interview will... more
Making Mistakes
I am thank for the people in my life that allow me to make mistakes with out pouncing on me. I am thankful for not... more
I am thank for the people in my life that allow me to make mistakes with out pouncing on me. I am thankful for not... more
Henry David Thoreau
We must learn to reawaken and keep ourselves awake, not by mechanical aids, but by an infinite expectation of the dawn. ... more
We must learn to reawaken and keep ourselves awake, not by mechanical aids, but by an infinite expectation of the dawn. ... more
Let's Lighten Up A Bit
Q. What does a codependent say after sex? A. Was it good for me too? Before anyone gets upset, the write... more
Q. What does a codependent say after sex? A. Was it good for me too? Before anyone gets upset, the write... more
(read this)
It has been almost three months since my beautiful cat died. She was diagnosed with end stage kidney disease and I... more
It has been almost three months since my beautiful cat died. She was diagnosed with end stage kidney disease and I... more
be the miracle
Do not pray for tasks equal to your powers. Pray for powers equal to your tasks. Then the doing of your work shall be no... more
Do not pray for tasks equal to your powers. Pray for powers equal to your tasks. Then the doing of your work shall be no... more
Inspiration
"Gloriousness and wretchedness need each other. One inspires us, the other softens us." Pema Chodron
"Gloriousness and wretchedness need each other. One inspires us, the other softens us." Pema Chodron
Another gem from Pema Chod
Compassionate action starts with seeing yourself when you start to make yourself right and when you start to make yourse... more
Compassionate action starts with seeing yourself when you start to make yourself right and when you start to make yourse... more
The Human Heart
The quest of the human heart for meaning is the heartbeat of every religion. David Steindl-Rast Grate... more
The quest of the human heart for meaning is the heartbeat of every religion. David Steindl-Rast Grate... more
Other Parents of Addicts
I am grateful to so many bloggers and people I've met recently that are sharing their experience, strenght and hope with... more
I am grateful to so many bloggers and people I've met recently that are sharing their experience, strenght and hope with... more
Mother Teresa
I will never understand all the good that a simple smile can accomplish. Blessed Mother Teresa
I will never understand all the good that a simple smile can accomplish. Blessed Mother Teresa
Pema Chodron
"We work on ourselves in order to help others, but also we help others in order to work on ourselves." ~Pem... more
"We work on ourselves in order to help others, but also we help others in order to work on ourselves." ~Pem... more
This Quote
After an orange cloud — formed as a result of a dust storm over the Sahara and caught up by air currents — r... more
After an orange cloud — formed as a result of a dust storm over the Sahara and caught up by air currents — r... more
Daily Meditation March 5,
Fruits of what is done out of greed, anger and delusion can be experienced when they ripen. ... more
Fruits of what is done out of greed, anger and delusion can be experienced when they ripen. ... more
Dietrich Bonhoeffer - Alwa
Fulfilled life is possible in spite of unfulfilled wishes. Dietrich Bonhoeffer
Fulfilled life is possible in spite of unfulfilled wishes. Dietrich Bonhoeffer
Prayer
I draw prayer round me like a dark protective wall, withdraw inside it as one might into a convent cell and then step ou... more
I draw prayer round me like a dark protective wall, withdraw inside it as one might into a convent cell and then step ou... more
Pleasure
Buddha, the Enlightened One, said: "The world is enchanted with pleasure." Don't let it be silly pleasure.
Buddha, the Enlightened One, said: "The world is enchanted with pleasure." Don't let it be silly pleasure.
This jewel
Whenever feeling downcast, each person should vitally remember, "For my sake, the entire world was created." ... more
Whenever feeling downcast, each person should vitally remember, "For my sake, the entire world was created." ... more
Tricycle Community Big Sit
For those interested, Tricycle Magazine's community is doing a 90-day online meditation. Too involved to go into h... more
For those interested, Tricycle Magazine's community is doing a 90-day online meditation. Too involved to go into h... more
Service
If you dedicate yourself to service, the doors will open. Pir Vilayat Inayat Khan Alchemical Wisdom
If you dedicate yourself to service, the doors will open. Pir Vilayat Inayat Khan Alchemical Wisdom
Life's Journey
On life's journey Faith is nourishment, Virtuous deeds are a shelter, Wisdom is the light by day and Right mindfulne... more
On life's journey Faith is nourishment, Virtuous deeds are a shelter, Wisdom is the light by day and Right mindfulne... more
The grace of God
Even in the midst of trauma, confusion and sadness, I always know that the grace of God is with me. When I t... more
Even in the midst of trauma, confusion and sadness, I always know that the grace of God is with me. When I t... more
We are everything
We live in illusion and the appearance of things. There is a reality. We are that reality. When you understand this, you... more
We live in illusion and the appearance of things. There is a reality. We are that reality. When you understand this, you... more