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Coming Out of Our Comfort Zones: Recovery From Addiction - by Candace Plattor- Reality Check - Transformation/Awakening-Free From Addictions - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2008 from Keith BrayReality Check Last night, in talking with a fellow who I work with as a guide and mentor, I was faced with a reality check. It was a reminder, and a mini-awakening. Seated in the room with me was a friend of long standing, a doctor, who through abuse of substance and things that can go with it, ...
Views: 759 - Spirituality And Addiction Recovery - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2008 from William BerryMany people who enter treatment for addiction recovery are taken aback by the spiritual concepts normally associated with a recovery program. Others initially welcome the spiritual aspects, returning to a religious belief system they once were familiar with, as it instills a sense of hope for ...
Views: 2845 - Recovering From Anorexia And Bulimia One Byte At A Time - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2008 from Carol AdlerIt is a well-known fact that both anorexia and bulimia are on the rise in societies that measure success and sexiness by physical body proportions. Both as a publisher/professional writer and certified hypnotherapist actively participating in Arizona’s Professional Hypnosis organization, ...
Views: 2489(1 vote) - You Are Special and Unique - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2008 from Keith BrayYou Are Special and Unique As I do my coaching thing, there is one thing that is a mainstay. Each of us is special and unique. Each of us has talents, and each of us is capable of setting goals and achieving them. I am a recovered person from addictions who is constantly recovering. This ...
Views: 1728 - People Pleasing Can Be An Addiction - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2008 from Carol AdlerPeople pleasing often attaches itself to substance abuse or some other form of addiction. Paradoxically, with the right counseling, it can serve as one of our most empowering wakeup calls. Recently, I received a phonecall from a man who is attempting to rebuild his business--and his life. I've ...
Views: 4852 - I Have the Right To Be Wrong - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2008 from Keith BrayIt’s taken me a long time to learn, and I was reminded again in working with a client today, I have the right to be wrong. Oft times, upon reflection, I am wrong. New behaviors dictate that when I know I am wrong, I promptly admit it, and make amends when needed. I’ve also learned ...
Views: 757 - Having Fun Yet? - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2008 from Keith BrayHaving Fun Yet? Recently, life has been full of challenges that a larger than the norm. When issues are directly related to blood family, they can be more stressful than most issues. Money gets in there too. On a frequent basis, I ask myself, “Are We Having Fun Yet?” I began the ...
Views: 706 - The Disease Of Addiction And Treatment Methods - by Submitted on Sep 05, 2008 from Rosemary Grace BrooksThere are many theories concerning the nature of addiction and what it is exactly. Some feel it is a character flaw and lack of self-will; that the addict is a "bad" person whilst others believe that a particular drug, drink, person or location is the problem. A person locked in an addictive ...
Views: 1256 - Formula For Failure - by Submitted on Sep 05, 2008 from Keith BrayWhile reflecting on the early part of my life, seeing and understanding what happened, and looking at how things played out, it is apparent the people pleasing, the need to make others happy, has played a large role in my life. I see the remnants of this behaviour, learned at a young age, still ...
Views: 742 - Procrastination-Summer Is Over - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2008 from Keith BrayHard to believe, what we consider summer is over. School is back in, traffic is back to insane, and they days are definitely getting shorter. Seeing September 2 pop up in my calendar is shocking. There are so many things I had said to myself I would do over the summer, and of course, a lot of ...
Views: 804 - Transform Addictions For A Life Of Passion, Power And Purpose - by Submitted on May 20, 2010 from Ken DonaldsonLive according to your purpose, and you’ll discover a natural passion for life; and within that, you’ll feel a great deal of personal power. If you want to feel totally empowered, learn who you are and be 100% of you 100% of the time! You may need to do some soul-searching and uncovering in ...
Views: 840 - Things Don't Change; We Do - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2008 from Keith BrayThings do not change; we change. --Henry David Thoreau For a man who is in the coaching business, and is on the life journey I’m on, I find the title statement PROFOUND. Think on it and see if you can see the depth of the thought. I spent a good portion of my life thinking I could change ...
Views: 7556 - Where Are You At Today? - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2008 from Keith BrayIt has been a crazy Thursday from very early in the morning, and tomorrow will be more insane. We call it “Grampy Day”, my annual venture into the world of fun with my two oldest grand kids sans parents or other adults. Golf, fishing and whatever else my little heroes want. I’m ...
Views: 777 - Easier, Softer Way - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2008 from Keith BrayThis is a phrase used in the bible of the original 12 step organization (known as the Big Book). As I have traveled the road of life, I often found myself looking for an easier, softer way to get what I wanted. In school, I dogged assignments and read other peoples notes. I have tried get rich ...
Views: 1950 - Alcohol & Drug Addictions Conquered With AA Squared's Amino Acid Based Nutritional Supplements - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2008 from Stephen AzevedoAA Squared, a Los Angeles based nutraceutical company, is taking a new approach to overcoming alcohol and drug addictions. Studies have shown their nutritional therapy based approach to be up to 80% more effective than AA or rehab clinics alone. Why is nutrition so important in conquering drug ...
Views: 1122 - Taking Risks- Getting Outside The Box - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2008 from Keith BrayI’m a real Canadian, and as such, a hockey fan. Wayne Gretzky is a hero. I was coaching a client this morning who shared a great statement he ascribed to “The Great One”. “You’ll miss 100% of the shots you don’t take” How true is that? What do we miss ...
Views: 726 - The Face In The Mirror - by Submitted on Aug 21, 2008 from Keith BrayI like others, can be sensitive to what others say, and what I perceive they think, about me? Can anyone relate? I have a very deep faith that the higher power in my life exists within (as well as outside) me. As I go through my journey, and with the beliefs I have, I must be mindful that ...
Views: 828 - In My Head-And Not Paying Rent - by Submitted on Aug 19, 2008 from Keith BrayFor a number of years, I have been told resentments will tear me apart if I don’t deal with them. I was told, and it remains true today, that resentments are like a tenant in an apartment building who occupy space but pay no rent. The space in my head is at a premium, and I need it to be ...
Views: 1377 - National Recovery Month And Vermont Opportunity - by Submitted on Aug 16, 2008 from Richard Burns, J.D. (pen name Dick B.),Taking Note of September 2008 as National Recovery Month and How We Shall Celebrate It a New Way By Dick B. • September 2008 is National Recovery Month. Governments, treatment facilities, therapists, and non-profits are asked to post proclamations and conduct media ...
Views: 1032 - Which California Drug Rehab Is The Best - by Submitted on Aug 16, 2008 from Robert JohnsonLos Angeles and Hollywood is known for its fast pace of life making California one of the highest states suffering from drug and alcohol addiction. The positive thing is that they also have more drug rehabs than any other state. Actually many addicted individuals travel from all over the country ...
Views: 1354 - Drug Addiction Relapse - by Submitted on Aug 15, 2008 from Dan ClarkWhat we need to understand and believe is that relapse is not a part of recovery. It’s just a dangerous slogan that is based on myth, and it only gives people permission to relapse because they think that when they do, they are on the road to recovery. Relapse is a return to dependency. ...
Views: 1753 - And Who Heals Me? - by Submitted on Aug 15, 2008 from Keith BrayAnd Who Heals Me? Over a year ago, I went on a journey to look at some real fuzzy philosophical questions. “Who Am I?”was dealt with years ago, but “What Is My Purpose?” remained vague. I went on a real journey to discover what it is about past employment that I loved ...
Views: 780 - An Approach to Recovery Using Alchemy and the Twelve Steps - by Submitted on Aug 14, 2008 from John SmethersWhat is alchemy? Many of us are drawn to the mysteries of the past to enlighten the quality of the present. Mythology, astrology, the tarot, runes, and I-Ching have drawn the interest of many in recent years, and is being enjoyed and utilized in fresh and innovative ways. Ancient wisdom imbued ...
Views: 1091 - Gratitude-A Reminder - by Submitted on Aug 14, 2008 from Keith BrayGratitude-A Reminder Last night I was a t a meeting, and old timers were welcomed. A couple of people glanced my way, and I guess it a fitting title in that fellowship. I should be grateful. I was there again, and free from addictions. Over the last period of time, we have had some major ...
Views: 705 - Inpatient Drug Rehab - by Submitted on Aug 13, 2008 from Robert JohnsonWhy is it so important to enter into an inpatient drug rehab rather than an outpatient? For one, the alcoholic or drug addict will be committed to staying for the duration of the rehab program and not be able to use drugs or alcohol. Also there is no outside environmental condition like drug ...
Views: 10000(3 votes) - Do you love yourself? - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2008 from Keith BrayDo you love yourself? What a great question and I thank Express Coaching and their Idea Generator for sending. It is probably the first question I drill to with the clients I take on, and one each of us must regularly ask ourselves! "At the heart of personality is the need to feel a sense of ...
Views: 718 - Family- The Weekend Thought - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2008 from Keith BrayOne of the most important things in my life is family, yet sometimes I wonder why. As I start a new week, the thought of family and relationships is foremost in my mind. Funny, I’m reminded, you can pick your friends, and you can’t pick your family. In these thoughts, I must remember ...
Views: 710 - Addictions Brought To Light...Soul Power - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2010 from Jyude AllbrightWe are currently experiencing a massive planetary overhaul. This means we will be looking at vast changes in the way we do business, treat illnesses, run our governments, power our homes and end our addictions. Please consider the following: Is it loving to keep affirming and repeating ...
Views: 1822 - Patience. What Is It? - by Submitted on Aug 09, 2008 from Keith BrayPatience is bitter, but its fruit is sweet. --Lida Clarkson We all want life to unfold according to our plan. After all, we are certain we know what's best for us. But hindsight quickly reminds us that few, if any, of us had included recovery in a Twelve Step program as part of our life's plan. ...
Views: 820 - Renew Your Self - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2008 from Jevon DangeliAll you are is change! Change is happening all around us and within us all the time. It could be said that change is the only constant in life! You’re changing all the time, whether you like it or not. In fact, you’re not the same person that you were at the beginning of this ...
Views: 1468 - Why Can't They Just Say No? - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2008 from Dirk HansonAddiction Inbox: It often seems as if alcoholics and other drug addicts are at fault for perversely refusing to get well. Rarely do the treatment methods, or lack of them, come under question. The traditional view of the addict as an immature and irresponsible person, short on will power, low on ...
Views: 1281 - Courage And Willing To Change - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2008 from Keith BrayCourage doesn't always roar. Sometimes courage is that little voice at the end of the day that says: "I'll try again tomorrow." --Anne Hunninghake “A key quality that distinguishes a successful athlete, or a top-notch performer in any field, is the way he responds to his bad days. ...
Views: 958 - Karma - by Submitted on Aug 07, 2008 from Dr. Bess PermutThese articles are derived from excerpts from the book How To Find Your Way Back Home All rights reserved Copyright © 1984 by Bess S. Permut © TXu 171-962 First Published in the Arizona newspaper : FOOTHILLS CHRONICLE (no date shown) Karma Dr. Bess S. Permut Focus columnist We cannot live ...
Views: 1345 - Each Day is a New Beginning - by Submitted on Aug 07, 2008 from Dr. Bess PermutThese articles are derived from excerpts from the book How To Find Your Way Back Home All rights reserved Copyright © 1984 by Bess S. Permut © TXu 171-962 First Published in the Arizona newspaper : FOOTHILLS CHRONICLE (no date shown) Each Day is a New Beginning DR. BESS S. PERMUT Guest ...
Views: 1757 - Insanity? Restored to? - by Submitted on Aug 07, 2008 from Keith BrayInsanity? Restored to? I think we all go through rollercoaster rides. Even though I’ve been on the recovery journey for a while, things happen, we face stress, and even though we try to turn it over, a black cloud appears! This isn’t the first one I’ve had, nor will it be the ...
Views: 815 - Gates, Bloomberg Target Cigarettes: But Will It Do Any Good? - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2008 from Dirk HansonIf money were all it took, tobacco smoking would be on the run after Bill Gates and Michael Bloomberg jointly pledged last month to fight tobacco use worldwide, especially in low- and middle-income countries, through the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation and Johns Hopkins University. Mayor ...
Views: 1201 - Reflection And A Hard Head - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2008 from Keith BrayWhat a good weekend, but a great reminder that kids are for the young, and I don’t get smarter about some things with age. It was great to spend the time at my youngest daughters and in the company of a terrific son-in-law. All three of the grand kids were there, the oldest finishing off a ...
Views: 784 - What Drug Rehab Facility? - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2008 from Robert JohnsonWhether drug or alcohol addiction is an incurable disease or a personal choice has been argued for years. Regardless of the philosophy what is important is finding a drug rehab facility which offers effective solutions to end addiction. In the most effective form of drug and alcohol ...
Views: 1259 - Ten Ways To Battle Coffee Addiction - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2008 from Dirk HansonKelly Sonora at the Nursing Online Education Database (NOEDb) recently sent me an article by Christina Laun, entitled "50 Ways to Boost Your Energy Without Caffeine." The complete article is available on the NOEDb web site. If you are making an effort to decrease reliance on coffee, Laun writes, ...
Views: 1295 - Live And Let Live - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2008 from Keith BrayA good reminder for me. I started on the journey to get a life back that had fullness, happiness, hope and serenity. I worked very hard at that process, have had a spiritual awakening, and benefited from the advice of professionals and peers who had walked before me. I wanted what I perceived ...
Views: 906 - My Inside Versus Your Outside - by Submitted on Aug 01, 2008 from Keith BrayWhat a great reminder I had today. This is something, without thinking about, I know I periodically do! How about you? They say you can’t judge a book by its cover, yet publishers spend a fortune to create great covers. As a person, for years, I did all I could to create a great exterior, ...
Views: 1558 - *** Trauma Can Affect Childhood Development - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2008 from Kathy SeifertChildren develop skills in a predictable sequence that must be followed. For instance, babies do not learn to walk before they crawl. They babble before they speak words. They use parallel play earlier than interactive play. In the same way, they learn to cope with stressors, solve problems, and ...
Views: 3226 - Ten Drug Myths Exposed - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2008 from Dirk HansonDrug abuse vs. drug dependence. As the neurobiology of addiction has come into clearer focus over time, our ability to separate fact from fiction in the field of drug dependence has grown rapidly. Beliefs that have been common wisdom for years--that anyone who uses cocaine or heroin inevitably ...
Views: 1518 - Facts About Smoking - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2008 from JD StratisTo say that the facts about smoking are questionable is like saying guns aren't dangerous. As a result of puffing smokes our chances increase for heart disease, cancerous tumors, breathing issues, potential deadly effects during pregnancy, stomach problems and tooth and gum decay, sobering facts ...
Views: 1104 - How Can You Help Employees To Quit-Gambling Effectively? - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2008 from Shawn JordanIt is common practice for companies to offer support for employees being distracted by substance addictions, such as alcohol abuse and smoking too much, but little exists for a problem that is often difficult to notice – and treat effectively - a gambling addiction. It is not uncommon for ...
Views: 2194 - Tour Of Italy - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2008 from Robrt ThomsonIf you are looking for a European tourist destination, consider the Marche region of central Italy. Depending on your interests, it is an ideal vacation spot. You can get classic Italian food, and wash it down with fine local wine. And the Marche region hasn't yet been discovered by tourists. ...
Views: 1220 - The Four Level Plan To Stop Compulsive Behavior - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2008 from Gloria ArensonWhen you can’t control when you start or when you stop a behavior or substance you are suffering from a compulsion. We are all familiar with compulsive eating, drinking, and spending. Compulsive behavior begins as a solution to another problem, a way of using pleasure to mask pain. Sadly, over ...
Views: 4088(1 vote) - *** Robert Muller, Prophet of Hope - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2008 from Ed RunciAnyone ever hear of Robert Muller? I hadn't until I just happened to catch him on a "Great Conversations" show. Muller used to be a Deputy to the Secretary General of the UN. He's been nominated 19 times for the Nobel Peace Prize. Now that's quite an honor. There have been a lot of NPP ...
Views: 1828(2 votes) - Little Dark Clouds - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2008 from Keith BraySome days I feel like a cartoon character and not my beloved Popeye. I am the person you see in the cartoons with the little black cloud over my head every where I go. I’m thankful that I don’t get this way often, and know it will pass, but the feeling is here, right now. I think ...
Views: 1135 - Self-Reflection - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2008 from Keith Bray-we all need it So far, it’s been a really interesting day. Things are now quiet, and I am reflecting on a few things that have happened lately. In response to one of my journals, I got some very constructive feed back on content and approach, and some constructive feedback on my web site ...
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