Growing up in the small town of Bangor, Maine I gravitated to sports throughout my school career. It was something that brought me a feeling of … [Read more...]
We suffer more in imagination than reality
Photo: Joshua Fuller Sobriety isn't always easy, and it doesn't solve all of your problems. In contrast, sobriety often emotionally amplifies your … [Read more...]
Withdrawing from emotional stress in recovery from addiction
One of the most challenging parts of entering recovery is that you are forced to face the same painful emotions and challenges, but without the help … [Read more...]
Life is getting too good, time to burn it down
Several months ago, I was sitting in my office, near the end of my workday. I just sat quietly for a few minutes, reflecting on how much my … [Read more...]
What someone thinks about you is not your business
In the fall of 2015, my wife finally asked me to move out. She was soft spoken and outwardly showed little emotion when she said those … [Read more...]