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Stone statue of a bearded man in armor on horseback, set against ornate columns. The sculpture is detailed and exudes a classical, heroic aura.

Stone statue of a bearded man in armor on horseback, set against ornate columns. The sculpture is detailed and exudes a classical, heroic aura.

Courage in Recovery: Empowering Ancient Wisdom in Recovery Coaching

Stoic philosophy meets modern recovery strength. Recovery coaches can teach and model stoic courage.

Posts for Professionals

Feb 144 min read

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Stone statue of a thoughtful, bearded man draped in a robe.

Will We Ever Move Beyond an Acute Crisis Orientation?

A critique of addiction policy that prioritizes crisis response over sustained recovery.

William Stauffer

Feb 77 min read

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Beams of light with a golden glow illuminate floating dust particles against a dark background.

Be the Light: Your Recovery is Not a One-and-Done

Living recovery as an example for others strengthens your own sobriety.

Feb 76 min read

Man in a cardboard box paddles in the ocean, surrounded by shark fins.

Man in a cardboard box paddles in the ocean, surrounded by shark fins.

Their Crisis Isn't My Crisis

A guide to boundaries and grounded presence in recovery coaching.

Feb 73 min read

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Surreal image of a woman's face with closed eyes; colorful, tree-like branches extend from her hair.

How Feeling "Not Good Enough" Drove My Perfectionism

ADHD, shame, and perfectionism explored through personal narrative.

Mental Health Topics

Feb 74 min read

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Marble bust of a bearded man, Heraclitus, a Greek philosopher.

Trying to Moderate Alcohol Is the Kiss of Death to an Addict

A deeply honest reflection on why moderation fails and why sobriety requires clarity, not negotiation.

Jan 306 min read

Notebook labeled "Harm Reduction Strategy".

Notebook labeled "Harm Reduction Strategy".

What Is Harm Reduction For People Who Use Drugs?

A clear, compassionate explanation of harm reduction and why meeting people where they are saves lives and builds pathways to recovery.

Jan 303 min read

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Hand writing "I will not" and "I will" on a green chalkboard with white chalk.

Why We Need a More Compassionate Approach to Substance Use Treatment

A powerful call to shift addiction treatment away from punishment and toward compassion and evidence-based care.

Joshua Bennett-Johnson

Jan 306 min read

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Green sign with white text reads "PSYCHIATRIC WARD PLEASE ENTER WITH CAUTION." Bold lettering, simple design.

Institutionalized by Choice: My Thoughts on Life In The Cuckoo's Nest

A gripping memoir of addiction, survival, and finding safety in unexpected places.

Jan 3010 min read

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Healthy liver, smooth and brown, contrasted with a rough, bumpy cirrhotic liver.

Heavy Drinking: The Long, Slow Suicide

A devastating personal essay on how heavy drinking quietly destroys lives.

Jan 255 min read

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