I have a sister who has been addicted to cocaine for over 25 years. I know all the ups and downs of addiction, how it affects the addict, and how it affects those around the addict. The biggest factor she … Continue Reading
You are not Alone
Tags: abuse, Addiction, alcoholic, counseling, drug addiction, God, help, Just say no
Humble Yourself
It takes a humble heart to receive help. God wants to help those willing, those that realize they need help. He asks us to humble ourselves so that he may lift us up in due time (1 Peter 5:6). When … Continue Reading
Don't like the road, Pave a new one
If you find yourself traveling down the road of life disillusioned, frustrated, and confused, always remember that you are the one that chooses your path. If you don’t like the road your on, pave a new one. God gave you … Continue Reading
You Are Stronger Than Any Circumstance
You are stronger than you will ever know. Stronger than any addiction, habit, or circumstance. Never give up, never get discouraged because you eat problems and obstacles for breakfast! Anyone can give up, that’s taking the easy path. But you … Continue Reading
Change Your Thoughts Change Your World
Every action and feeling is preceded by a thought. Your thoughts are the architects of your destiny. If you think you can, you will. If you think you can’t, you won’t. Once you control your thoughts you can begin to … Continue Reading
Oprah's Advice "You Can Overcome This"
In the early to mid seventies Oprah used cocaine during an intense relationship with her boyfriend. She confessed this during an emotional taping of her nationally syndicated show in early 1995 with a former crack smoker. “I understand the guilt, … Continue Reading
Recovery Is Possible
Do you have the desire to change? Are you willing to seek support from friends and family? Are you ready to enter a treatment program? Are you prepared to stay committed even though you may stumble along the way? If … Continue Reading
The Secret To Recovery "Be A Lion Not A Lamb"
Recovery will be challenging. There will be both good days and bad days, but stay committed. It’s not easy saying no. Whenever you feel the urge to say yes ask yourself this one question. Are you a lamb or a … Read More
Fall Down Seven Times Stand Up Eight
Fighting any addiction is a lifelong struggle. First and foremost be proud of your ability to say no! Everyday you say no to the one thing you want more than anything else. That makes you powerful not weak. Weak people … Continue Reading
Is It Time To Ask For Help
We know that most people are in denial regarding their addiction. Many fear judgement and thus avoid asking for help. Some need to lose everything before admitting they have a problem. Others realize soon after a few bad experiences. The … Continue Reading