NO ONE “chooses” to “become” an addict and be at the mercy of “something” that controls their thoughts, minds, actions, and choices every day of their lives. NO ONE wakes up one morning and thinks – I want to ruin my life, cause my family heartache and pain as it gets torn apart and interruptedContinue reading “NO ONE “Chooses” Addiction! Let’s Look at it – From a Different Perspective”
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Loss of Time
As I have “journeyed” through watching my loved ones go through the strongholds of addiction, one of the hardest things to watch and realize is the “loss” of time. It is just incredible as you watch the addiction totally controlling the individual it put on “puppet strings”. It’s like watching them running on a largeContinue reading “Loss of Time”
Facing the outside opinions / attitudes from Others versus the reality of our perception
There’s this place we live in this world that says how we “feel”, see ourselves and perceive how others “see us” is most often based on accomplishments! Some of our own making, and almost as important is the success of our children, spouse, the circles we run in, our job and income status as theContinue reading “Facing the outside opinions / attitudes from Others versus the reality of our perception”
Those “Voices in our Head”
When you feel like all your dreams, hopes and life itself have gone up in flames and you have been reduced to a pile of ashes, it is time to turn your eyes upon Jesus, look into His eyes and listen only to is words. It’s the only way out and back to victory. WeContinue reading “Those “Voices in our Head””
Shame, Guilt and Fear
Guilt and shame can rule your life – And so can living in fear. Fear of other’s approval, fear of doing things “right”, fear of the consequences of actions from your past and how they have affected the others in your life that matter most. It’s only through “freeing” yourself by accepting God’s love forContinue reading “Shame, Guilt and Fear”
Adjusting My Attitude Isn’t Easy
Some days (hours / minutes) it is NOT easy to accept people for “where they are” when we so desperately want them to be at “another point / with another attitude / with better actions”. And sometimes that is ourselves! There are the “words of wisdom” that say – “that which we are the mostContinue reading “Adjusting My Attitude Isn’t Easy”
Looking at Our “Loss”
Some think that God “took” someone when they die, however I do not believe it is the will of God that our loved one, or anyone connected with them, lose the battle of addiction and check out of this world. However, I do believe that there are individuals who lose all their hope, desire andContinue reading “Looking at Our “Loss””
Our Perception of Ourselves and Others
What makes a person “bad”? The perception of the “outside” world may “look” like that person is not “acceptable” by today’s society and our personal measuring stick. However, I would like to say that their “actions”, decisions, habits and learned way to respond to things does not mean “they” are bad. The choices might notContinue reading “Our Perception of Ourselves and Others”
Devastation “Redirected” Into Purpose
I have faced more disappointing news that left me devastated and in tears. Then there are issues that my family members are struggling with that seem almost insurmountable and completely restrictive and overwhelming. I sat down and felt completely crushed as I had to face the part of the serenity prayer that says “Accept whatContinue reading “Devastation “Redirected” Into Purpose”
Conquering Your Guilt and Shame
Guilt and shame can rule your life – And so can living in fear. Fear of other’s approval, fear of doing things “right”, fear of the consequences of actions from your past and how they have affected the others in your life that matter most. It’s only through “freeing” yourself by accepting God’s love forContinue reading “Conquering Your Guilt and Shame”