“The only true currency in this world is the truth that we share with each other when we’re not trying to be cool.” Line from the movie “Almost Famous” In program tonight we began with our “check-in.” That’s how we … Continue reading
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“I listen to the wind, to the wind of my soul” Cat Stevens Socrates encouraged us to “know thyself.” But what does that really mean? And how do we achieve such knowledge in 21st century western culture? I have … Continue reading
“To be or not to be, that is the question” Shakespeare “Should I stay or should I go” The Clash I recently had an encounter with a young man who attempted suicide. To choose life or … Continue reading
Learning new coping skills is essential to managing triggers and cravings for alcohol, drugs and other addictive behaviors.Here are some grounding skills to help manage them that work for many people. Of course everybody is different (and the same.) See … Continue reading
Relapse is discouraging for anyone. But our response to a lapse is at least as important as the lapse itself. And where does the process of relapse really begin anyway? Well, as it turns out, ground zero lies in our … Continue reading
“I live my life in widening circles That reach out across the world. I may not ever complete the last one, But I give myself to it” Ranier Maria Rilke I walked into the group room one night last year, … Continue reading
The Legend of Bagger Vance When is a sport not only a sport? When is a movie not only a movie? When they are truly metaphors of life. Mythologist, Joseph Campbell described mythology as a story that never happened, but … Continue reading
The message in this ostensibly lighthearted romantic comedy turns out to be one of profound international interest and acclaim. It begins with the character Phil Connors, a curmudgeon weatherman, dissatisfied with life and his place in it, defiantly resisting every … Continue reading
Once there was a disciple of a Greek philosopher who was commanded by his master for three years to give money to everyone who insulted him. When this period of trial was over, the master said to him “Now you … Continue reading
“My mind is burning It starts to shout Desire is coming It breaks out loud… Here I am, Rock you like a hurricane” The Scorpions Any one, who has ever tried to quiet the mind in a sustained fashion, whether … Continue reading