The biggest lie you ever told Well it just sucks that this is the topic for the very first day. No warming up, no easing into it, just straight to the point from the get go. So I had to ponder about this one... a lot. I could tell you about the time I lied... Continue Reading →
Nothing Changes If Nothing Changes
It has been almost four years since I wrote this post and it just amazes me how different my life is these days. Change can be hard and certainly scary but change is hope. Don't give up! How many times have you heard the saying, “Nothing changes if nothing changes”? How about the definition of... Continue Reading →
For everything there is a season…
There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens: a time to be born and a time to die, (I am here but I will not be forever.) a time to plant and a time to uproot, (Sow within myself words of affirmation and dig out those negative tapes... Continue Reading →
Black Belt Codependent Interview Series – Mike
Thank you Mike for completing our "Black Belt Codependent Interview Series"! Mike mentions in his interview, "My friends, son and ex-wife will call me on my bull when it happens. I am recovered enough that I want to be called out when I behave poorly." This is so extremely important to do for those of... Continue Reading →
Busy Does Not Equal Healthy
I have joined a few groups for codependents on Facebook within the last week or so and I'm really not liking the vibe in them. LOL... Get a bunch of codependents together and all they want to do is fix everyone else. Truly, I understand the need for these support groups but sometimes the drama... Continue Reading →
Black Belt Codependent Interview Series – Deirdre
A Big Shout Out to Deirdre for completing our "Black Belt Codependent Interview Series"! In her interview, Deirde mentions laughing and I would like to say how much I appreciate that. Recovery is sometimes a hard and painful journey but there are also times of joy and laughter. Don't miss out on them because you... Continue Reading →
Black Belt Codependent Interview Series – Julie
Today’s interview is with Julie. Julie is one of my best friends and I have had the honor of watching her grow and change over the years. She is a powerful woman of God! Want to share your story and encourage others? If you are interested in participating in the “Black Belt Codependent Interview Series“, please click here and... Continue Reading →
Black Belt Codependent Interview Series – Shari
Today’s interview is with Shari. She is a dear friend of mine who has traveled this journey of recovery with me from day one. Yep, she is the one who handed me the materials about codependency at the very first Celebrate Recovery meeting I attended. She is an amazing and caring woman of God! Want... Continue Reading →
She Is Staying Off The Dance Floor
My best friend Lucy has a son who is an addict. He is 36 (I think) and has been in and out of jail for drugs and drug related crimes since he was a young teen. He even lived with me for about a year when he was getting his life together and attending school... Continue Reading →
Black Belt Codependent Interview Series – Josie
Today's interview is with Josie. I had the pleasure of working with Josie few years and she is such an amazing, caring, gentle and loving woman. She and her husband lead a faith-based, 12-step recovery program called SOAR (Spiritual Outreach and Recovery) in Richmond, CA. Want to share your story and encourage others? If you... Continue Reading →
Black Belt Codependent Interview Series – JoAnne
Today's interview is with JoAnne, a retired addictions/mental health counselor and a woman who also walks this journey of codependency. She recently published her first book, "Trust The Timing: A Memoir of Finding Love Again", which can be found on Amazon. Please be sure to check our her blog, Anything Is Possible, as she shares... Continue Reading →
Black Belt Codependent Interview Series – Valencia
Today's interview is with Valencia. I have connected with Valencia via email and Facebook and she is an amazing young woman. She has a big heart inspires me with her strength and fortitude. Valencia just recently started her blog Pleasant Places and writes to encourage others. Please take a minute and check it out! Want... Continue Reading →