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March 23, 2024

Walking in the Footsteps of Christ: Matthew 20:28 and Addiction Recovery

In the darkest depths of addiction, I found myself lost, hopeless, and broken. Each day seemed to blur into the next, consumed by the relentless pursuit of numbing my pain. It was in this desperate state that I stumbled upon Matthew 20:28, a verse …

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Dec. 25, 2023

Rediscovering Purpose and Meaning After Addiction

The storm has passed, at least for the moment. We've halted the self-destruction through drugs and alcohol. However, it doesn't mean we've ceased self-harm entirely. It's less apparent because we're still in a state of slumber. Newcomers often g…

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Oct. 12, 2023

Embracing the Present: The Benefits of Staying in the Here and Now

In our fast-paced world, it's easy to get caught up in the whirlwind of thoughts, worries, and plans about the future or regrets about the past. However, there's immense value in staying in the present moment, and this practice can bring a host of …

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July 10, 2023

Building Confidence: 9 Exercises to Boost Your Self-Assurance

Confidence is a key ingredient for success and every aspect of life. Whether it's pursuing your dreams, excelling in your career, or maintaining healthy relationships, having confidence can make a significant difference.  Fortunately, confide…

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June 7, 2023

The Power of Humility: Embracing Greatness through Selflessness

In a world that often glorifies self-promotion, ambition, and individual success, the virtue of humility often goes unnoticed and undervalued. However, humility is a quality that possesses immense transformative power. It is the key to personal gr…

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March 30, 2023

I Was An Addict and Didn't Know It

I was tired. I was tired of lying, stealing, and being broke.  I had used so many drugs I was no longer getting high, I was just using.  A lost cause, I convinced myself that I was okay. I was a legend in my mind.  Addiction does…

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March 14, 2023

What does a Life Coach do?

I laughed when I first heard the term Life Coach.  Football coach, yes.  But a Life Coach, no way.  What will they do, develop game plans, and try their best to execute? Has life gotten so complicated for some people that they may…

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Feb. 16, 2023

When It's Over, it's Over

I'm leaving you now.  I have awakened to your ways.  You never had my best interest, but I badly wanted to believe you did.  We have been together for so long.  Since I was a child, you told me things that were not true. …

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Dec. 30, 2022

How To Become Less Busy

When was the last time you had a vacation? Has it crossed your mind lately, or have you been too busy to think of such a thing? I once asked a brother how he was feeling, and his response was, 'busy.' Busy? Since when did busy become a feeling? …

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