• Journal Entry

    From Rock Bottom to Rising: My Story of Hope and Recovery

    Most recently, I shared that I’m living in a shelter. The beginning was rough, and the progress toward getting back on my feet started out slowly, but as of recently, there have been a lot of developments. Over the past month I have been putting a lot of work into getting my trifecta together. The trifecta being housing-transportation-employment. When one’s life crumbles, the components of the trifecta disintegrate. Losing one of these three items increases the difficulty of various aspects of one’s life. For example, if you lose employment, it puts financial strain on many areas of your life. If…

  • Informational

    Forgiveness in Addiction Recovery

    Forgiveness is a powerful tool in addiction recovery, offering a path to healing and self-discovery. This in-depth exploration covers forgiving others, self-forgiveness, and how to incorporate forgiveness into your recovery journey for lasting change.

  • Journal Entry - Therapy

    Closing One Chapter, Opening Another: Reflections on Treatment and Future Aspirations

    Explore the heartfelt reflections of an individual nearing the end of their treatment journey. This blog post delves into the emotional transition from recovery to life's next chapter, including facing new challenges, personal growth, and exploring future opportunities in project management and career development. Join us in this inspiring tale of resilience and hope.

  • Journal Entry

    Renegade

    In this reflective blog post, the author grapples with the decision to decline a New Year's Eve invitation due to being in treatment and abstaining from drinking. Despite the financial benefit of not consuming alcohol, the temptation in a drinking environment proves too challenging. On a lighter note, the post includes the etymology of the word "reneg," likely derived from "renegade," exploring its historical roots.