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I hope wherever you are, you know Recovery is with you right where you are. As people in Recovery, we feel its presence in many ways. Sometimes it comes in simple, unexpected moments—like a quiet talk with a friend or looking up at the bright moon. We experience Recovery when we reflect. We feel it […]

I hope wherever you are, you know Recovery is with you right where you are. Recently, a friend sent me a document about the meaning of conviction. Conviction leads to life, healing, and restoration. But how does it fit with Recovery? Conviction helps us see Recovery clearly so we can turn toward it. Conviction draws

I hope wherever you are, you know Recovery is with you right where you are. Recovery invites us to travel light. This is a gift. Life is too short to carry heavy burdens. Why is it important to travel light? It is not because our feelings are bad or get in the way. We do

I hope wherever you are, you know Recovery is with you right where you are. Daily devotionals can help us grow deeper in our spiritual, emotional, and Recovery lives. Grief can shape how we see the world. It shows us what is possible and what is not. Why do we weep? What are we searching

I hope wherever you are, you know Recovery is with you right where you are. Publishing my second book, Daily Devotional: 12 Steps to Unshakeable Recovery, has helped me connect with many people. I have taken part in four events so far. I feel happy when someone buys one of my books. But more than

I hope wherever you are, you know Recovery is with you right where you are. Recovery begins with an honest view of our lives, like standing on a mountaintop, seeing our missteps clearly. Instead of feeling shame, we use them as lessons, surrendering to the deep yearning for purpose and meaning. True healing happens at

I hope wherever you are, you know Recovery is with you right where you are. This is the Introduction to my newly released book, “Daily Devotional 12 Steps to Unshakeable Recovery.”  I have been in Recovery for thirty years. During this time, I have used several 365-day daily devotionals to strengthen my emotional, mental, and

I hope wherever you are, you know Recovery is with you right where you are. Why does Recovery focus so much on hope? Hope in Recovery matters because it gives color and meaning to life—even to our pain. When we have hope, we stop rushing. We are no longer focused on quick results. Instead, we

I hope wherever you are, you know Recovery is with you right where you are. Do you remember when you first began your Recovery journey for mental health and substance misuse? At that time, we may have felt strong emotions and a deep connection. We may have felt clear and present in our daily lives.

I hope wherever you are, you know Recovery is with you right where you are. Abba Poemen said that Abba Ammonas said: “A person can spend his whole time carrying an axe without succeeding in cutting down the tree; while another, with experience of tree-felling, brings the tree down with a few blows. He said