Control, Anxiety and Relapse
Many of us decide early in life that we can’t count on other people. We come to the conclusion that we have to look out for ourselves. We work hard to discover ways to protect ourselves, avoid discomfort, and reward ourselves. In other words, we figure out, the best we can, ways to take control…
It’s NOT too late!
Just because the past didn’t turn out like you wanted it to, doesn’t mean your future can’t be better than you ever imagined. — Unknown No one plans to become addicted . . . but many do. No one asks to be born into a dysfunctional family . . . but many are. No one…
Recovery is a Lifestyle
True recovery isn’t an event or an episode, it’s a lifestyle. When we become Christians we are saved from the eternal consequences of our sin. Through the sacrifice of Jesus, we find new life, new direction, and new hope. This salvation can’t be earned. It is a gift from God. It is free to all…
The Secret to Gaining Control Over Your Life
Since the day we were born our brains have been trying to figure out how this world works and where we fit in it. Even if we weren’t aware of what we were doing, we were constantly observing, listening, and pondering. Out of those awarenesses we developed a set of beliefs that became…
Why Can’t I Stop Acting Out?
Most of us have heard about someone that just decided to stop drinking, masturbating or some other compulsive behavior—and then succeeded to do so without ever looking back! It seemed so easy for them. And yet we keep struggling. We’ve promised. We’ve prayed. We’ve tried all manner of programs and techniques. And yet, in spite…

