My dating profile used to read something like this:
"Meth addict in recovery, HIV+ and two kids. If you kept reading, just swipe right."
Back then, I used the justification that my life is an open book and I am "recovering out loud."
But that was not the motivation behind divulging this i...
If you take one concept from my content, its this:
The key to recovery- and happiness- is reframing how you interpret (respond to) life experience.
The only difference between someone who has a substantial amount of abstinent time and someone who is caught up in the relapse cycle is the abili...
Let me be vulnerable with you:
I've discovered lately that I sometimes invalidate the experiences of others.
And if you follow my content, you'll know how much I've advised you not to invalide the experience of others.
Because, what we judge becomes our karma (our learning opportunity).
In oth...
I woke up but kept my eyes closed.
I was lying on top of the blankets because the sheets were soiled, but not from me.
The sound of booming bass and laughter from the parking lot at 6am might seem abnormal in most situations.
Not at the Greenleaf Inn.
My home away from home: the streets.
...
So happy to introduce you to my new Assistant Coach, Bobby!
On this week's episode, you'll get to hear his story AND hear the two of us offer coaching advice to real listener letters.
Bobby's powerful story of facing arrest, finding peace in surrender, and rebuilding his life offers insights fo...
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You want to stop using meth?
You want to stop fighting urges?
You want to stop repeating patterns?
Then you must dig deep into the core of your suf...
"Embodiment to me is deep listening to the signals that my body gives me around what's right and wrong for my life." - Gary
Our bodies are always speaking to us.
Tightness in the chest, upset stomach, swollen throat...
Anything we feel in the physical is a message from our spirit.
But, most ...
We often think about narcissists being master manipulators. And, well, they are.
But, in my experience, those who position themselves as the perpetual victim are the true masters.
You can tell right away by someone's conversation if they accept the victim role in their lives:
"My boyfriends we...
Would you refer to an African American as the "N" word?
How about calling two gay men walking down the street "A couple of F-ggots"?
How about a homeless person acting erratically on the street, a "Psycho"?
I seriously doubt it.
Certain words carry stigma, hate, and energetic implications.
Rec...
I started as many of us do: a Weekend Warrior.
Every other Friday night (I had the kids every other week) was my solo night with Tina.
I'd smoke a bowl, and for some odd reason, I would put on makeup, attempt crafting projects, and take hundreds of selfies.
Who is THAT person??
Saturday, I wo...
What is your number one trigger?
And I don't mean trigger to use drugs.
Just simply: When do you find yourself the most angry?
Pause for a minute and answer the question.
Whenever I ask this to my clients, there is always one commonality in their answers: it is always someone else's problem...
After receiving my number from the front desk, I found a seat in the crowd.
The atrium was packed, but I managed to find a solo chair.
Chatter echoed across the A-frame ceilings, occasionally interrupted by the shrieks from unruly children.
Their mothers yelling commands in vain.
Recognizing ...
