Regardless of the type of Recovery program we use, there are parameters we are encouraged to follow. Parameters are not just a list of dos and don’ts that take the fun out of life. There is a group of people who meet each week. https://superhumanbeing.net/thursday-zoom-event/ We use the 12-step program to nurture our Recovery. We […]

Memorial Day is a special day to recognize our Veterans. Many of us will take time from our normal routine to attend a parade, a cemetery, or a picnic. We see the physical wounds veterans suffer for the remainder of their lives. What is more difficult to recognize is the impact war has on a

In ten years, I have deepened my understanding of the 12 steps of Recovery. There are moments when I wonder if they are feeding my appetite to strengthen my mental wellness. From time to time, I ask myself, “How do we know if God (higher power) is walking with us?” One lesson we are taught

Our healing brings us closer to God (higher power) because a change of heart is taking place. Our striving is to Recover; it is ongoing, everything is ongoing. Our desire to connect, participate, and follow the 12 steps is not done when a therapy session ends, a support group ends, or suffering is managed. Our

I have been experiencing an increase in sadness, irritability, anxiety, and feeling like I could jump out of my skin. I am communicating with my therapist, psychiatrist, doing mindfulness, and showing compassion toward myself. The last two days have been better for me. When I suffer, I contemplate what it may mean for my Recovery.

When I entered Recovery, the big leap was surrendering control. The 12-step script was elementary for me, “God help me to do your will, and I still want to be in control.” There is humor in this thought. Recovery is teaching me to listen for God’s will for my life. I discern and apply his

I find the story of Mary in the Bible inspiring. An angel tells her, “You have found favor with God, and because you have found favor with God, you will give birth to a child who will be a king.” God speaks to Mary and says her life is about to change. Did we have

Recovery is hard, but recovery is possible. We can manage the emotional turmoil we feel despite the snowstorm swirling around us. Self-awareness helps us measure the impact our inner dialogue has on our lives. Be curious about our thoughts and feelings. Let go of the thoughts and feelings that do not support our Recovery. When

Several years ago, a friend told me, “It is not about being honest with people, it is about being honest with yourself.” This little nugget of advice remains as important in my life today as it was when I heard it decades ago. Every Thursday, I connect with a group of authors for support, advice,

Our humanity makes us imperfect. Embracing our imperfections allows us to try new things, be unafraid of what may happen next in our lives, and be compassionate toward ourselves when we make a mistake. Our perfection lies in our imperfection. Do we believe this?  SuperHuman Being Peace Larry email: ljw@superhumanbeing.net website: https://superhumanbeing.net/