The Only Thing You Have to Change is Everything

Apr 9, 2019 | Recovery

In honor of Alcohol Awareness Month and the millions of people, past and present, who’ve struggled with the disease of Alcoholism. I used to think all I had to do was stop drinking. I thought once I got rid of the drink for good, my problems would disappear. It...

Healing from Addiction

Oct 25, 2018 | Recovery

Some days are easy. You wake up, you feel good, the sun’s shining, and life seems to be going along in your favor. Others days though… Other days are a battle. Negative, racing thoughts running around in your mind. Nothing seems to be going your way. You...

Living with Less

Mar 21, 2018 | Minimalism, Recovery, Self Love

To be happy: the greatest of all human desires since the beginning of time. Everything we have worked for has been in our conquest for greater joy and meaning. But to find greater joy and meaning? I believe it comes not from acquiring more, but from living with less....

Transformation Within

Sep 11, 2017 | Meditation, Motherhood, Recovery

Becoming a mother changed everything. Yep, everything. I don’t even poop alone anymore. Most days consist of waking up at the call of my little one, feeding, playing and snuggling. There’s all the chores, errands and care of our little Lily dog, while also...

Finding purpose

Sep 2, 2017 | Motherhood, Recovery

What is my purpose? What is God’s plan for me? How do I move forward? These questions have plagued me all my life. I’m sure I’m not the only one. It’s that constant inner dialog that keeps our dreams trapped inside. Our light muted. For me, as...

The Truth About Addiction

Apr 22, 2016 | Recovery

No one chooses to be an addict. It’s sometimes common for people who don’t understand what addiction is to ask the question “Why don’t they just stop!?” The truth is, us addicts lose the ability to “just stop”. When the...