Larry Winter

Reflecting on several years ago, I noticed a lapse in time as I was getting closer to the darkness in my heart. Once I reached my darkest hour, I knew it was time to face and endure the suffering that had added up over the years. I formed a team of people to help me […]

I am close to completing the manuscript I have been working on for over two years. This book will include 365 daily reflections on Recovery. We can use it as a companion to my first book, “SuperHuman Being” (https://superhumanbeing.net/), or as stand-alone reflections and strategies to bolster our healing. Writing this book fills me with

Some of us believe, “Ask and we shall receive.” Let me be clear: When we ask for something from our spouse, friend, or another person it does not mean they will magically give us what we ask for. Recovery can help us know the deepest desires and longings of our hearts. This means we may

Mary, a fictional name, discovered healing and Recovery in stages. In the beginning, she was reluctant to do the work necessary to relieve her depression, anxiety, and trauma. But something kept tugging at her heart to embrace Recovery’s power and share her findings with people. Soon she discovered Recovery is possible and committed to overcoming

Here is a question to ponder, “How do we Recover?” How do we offer an answer that is responsive and reflective of our circumstances and our situation where we want to overcome the internal and external challenges, barriers, and obstacles confronting us? A simple but at the same time difficult thing to do, we ask

I remember being a basketball coach for sixteen—to eighteen-year-olds in high school. We had an excellent year and ended up winning the state championship. I was overjoyed to see the kids celebrate their victory with each other. The next day I said to myself, “Is this it?” After a long season filled with pressure to

Happy Friday everyone! I spent five hours working on taxes today and feel much lighter since I am about 90% finished. Recovery invites us to reflect, pray, meditate, or ponder our journey from the moment we entered healing deeply through the present moment. We resolve to let Recovery’s word be a light to accompany us

When we leave the shadow and suffering that leads to our healing with its implications for all of us Recovery is everlasting. Recovery does not mince words and presents hard teachings about the road to healing. If we want to walk the same healing path as our brothers and sisters in Recovery we carry our

When I began my journey of healing from the shadow of suffering I connected with people searching for Recovery. Many of these people continue to be a cornerstone of the foundation of my healing. My teachers are giving me information and advice on how to manage a mental health condition. I have moments of confusion

The 12 steps are a treasure trove of reflection, prayer, imagery, and mindfulness. Every day, the Recovery community encourages us to focus on a step we make our own to consider. Using a 365-day Recovery companion or attending a support group are other ways to immerse ourselves in the rich benefits of healing. Brenda (fictional