Balancing Energy, Emotions, and Spirit One Day At A Time Living with a chronic illness requires a daily physical, emotional, and spiritual wellness check-in upon awakening. Spoon and Cup Theory offers a cross-referencing framework for a morning self-assessment of mind and body. Each day stands independent of the last and is paved with unknowns. There […]
Life in recovery doesn’t take a holiday or long weekend. Whether it’s navigating sobriety, stroke recovery, living with migraines, or a vestibular disorder, perseverance is not an option. It is a requirement. A mantra in sobriety is simple: “I don’t drink no matter what.” That concept runs deep for me. For stroke survivors, those dealing […]
Why do we experience disability guilt and its detrimental effects on our well-being, and what are effective strategies for managing it?
Grounding techniques in stroke recovery allows us to acknowledge the hard stuff and uncover subtle blessings of our new reality.
Each season of stroke recovery and sobriety is necessary and brings us closer to acceptance, joy, and serenity.
When navigating life-altering and near-fatal events that lead to a life of recovery, the concept of a miracle in recovery often emerges.
I used to go to extreme lengths for alcohol and today must go to any lengths to choose adaption over despair and prioritize my well-being.
As a recovering alcoholic and stroke survivor, I know the complexity of rationalization and how it intertwines with my illusions of control.
Acknowledging how self-talk shapes our reality is a significant step toward personal growth and emotional well-being.
Each of us is just a piece of a greater whole, and in the spirit of healing together, Step 2 reminds us to ask for help and support.