by Michele | Feb 17, 2017 | TGIF
by Carey Sipp We’ve heard the quote before: “what a man thinketh, a man does; what he does, he becomes…” When I clearly understood the importance of being a good example for my children, I revised that old quote: “What a child sees, a child does. What a child...
by Michele | Feb 17, 2017 | Families and Children, TGIF
by Peggy L. Ferguson, Ph.D. Why should family members be involved in the treatment process of their alcoholic/addicted family member? Let me count the ways. The benefits of family treatment could go on and on, but here are eight good reasons. You learn that you are...
by Michele | Jan 20, 2017 | TGIF
[su_youtube url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-33JlmR1Ans”] There is a common misconception that substance abusers believe. They often think “I am only hurting myself.” This is not a true belief. In fact, dependency upon chemicals causes one...
by Michele | Dec 22, 2016 | TGIF
by Edward S. (Punanai 2012) The holidays are supposed to be a time of joy, a time to be with those you love the most. When I was drinking this wasn’t always the case. The alcoholic life required a tremendous amount of work. It took a big physical, spiritual and...
by Michele | Dec 16, 2016 | TGIF
by Tony A. When I was very young, the holiday season was a very special time for me. It was a magical time of the year — a time of love, joy, laughter, giving and fabulous food, and everyone was so very happy. During my drinking days, though, the holidays became a...
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