The past two weeks we have been discussing being distracted and disconnected in our lives and relationships. It is so common to walk through life not being grounded in the present moment and losing track time. Lately, I have been noticing that I am having difficulty being present in my own life. I will do things and not remember doing them …
What keeping commitments teaches us
When you’re surrounded by people who share a passionate commitment around a common purpose, anything is possible. ~Howard Schultz Usually people who have trouble with committing have fear that they will make a bad choice. This pattern leads them to live in avoidance of decision making. This is a difficult way to experience your life and can keep you stuck in a holding pattern of …
The Power of Patience
Patience is not simply the ability to wait – it’s how we behave while we’re waiting. ~Joyce Meyer Eight and a half years ago at the beginning of my sobriety, I would say I completely lacked gratitude and patience. Nothing ever went fast enough and was totally dissatisfied in my life. One of my solutions to this problem was to …
How to keep your cool around your family
“Unfortunately, some family members are so psychotic that no matter how hard you try to forge a healthy relationship, nothing will help. Now that you’re an adult, take refuge in the fact that some things are beyond your control. You owe it to yourself to steer clear of people who are harmful to your health.” ~Andrea Lavinthal It is that …
