Above and Beyond Sobriety

10/29/2019

Kudos to Ben Affleck for publicly acknowledging his recent relapse, as well as his unwavering commitment to sobriety. Relapse is a part recovery, and should not discourage anyone from continuing to pursue sustainable, long-term recovery.

Ben Affleck has a sobriety setback at Halloween party.

10/27/2019

Couples beware...What your Halloween costume says about your relationship.

Research shows that our holiday choices may reveal more than we intend.

10/20/2019

When a narcissist can no longer control you, they will instead try to control how others see you.

10/18/2019

Had a chance to spend some time at
Herren Wellness today, and I was extremely impressed with their individualized treatment approach. The facility is on 67 acres (the fall foliage was pretty spectacular), and the emphasis on mind, body and spirit is impressive. Thanks for the hospitality Lori, Chris and Heather😁

10/18/2019

"A Son's Addiction, a Father's Love"

Addiction has no socio-economic boundaries. It's a disease that can cripple families regardless of who you are or what you do for a living. It is truly a "Family Disease."

People magazine chronicles the struggles and triumphs of actor Michael Douglas and his son , Cameron, in a story that shows exactly how one family
persevered over the disease of addiction.

"It’s like this huge storm has passed and the sun came out and you can enjoy your life again," Michael Douglas tells PEOPLE of his son's sobriety

10/17/2019

KUDOS to Sesame Street for addressing addiction and helping children understand and cope with addiction.
Early education is key in fighting this disease, and Sesame Street does does an excellent job with this.

The online-only videos addressing substance abuse were greeted overwhelmingly with praise but also received some criticism.

08/22/2019

"Can someone just hold me, don't fix me, don't try to change a thing? Can someone, just know me, cause underneath, I'm broken and it's beautiful."

Sometimes we just need someone to love us and accept us. Sometimes that's enough😁

Kelly Clarkson's Broken & Beautiful (from the movie UglyDolls) is available now! Download/Stream: https://Atlantic.lnk.to/BrokenAndBeautifulID UglyDolls (Ori...

08/12/2019

There are many excuses an addicted individual will use for NOT getting sober. After all, it's the nature of the disease.
Addiction is a disease of the brain, and regardless of how bad one's life is, the addicted brain will always give reason for continuing the cycle of addiction.

I recently returned from an intervention where the addicted individual immediately pulled-out one of my all-time favorites: "I've been to treatment, AA doesn't work for me." Oh, silly boy. While AA is a component of most treatment plans and a part of most treatment programs, it's not the only support group by a long shot.

SMART Recovery is an excellent resource for addiction, and you can find SMART Recovery in almost any area in the country. Addiction is a chronic disease. Don't accept excuses.

SMART Recovery is one of the largest alcohol addiction and abuse support groups in the world, and helps members overcome alcoholism.

08/05/2019

After a weekend of mass shootings, and the general stress that life can bring, look to the ♥️ of a child to make everything seem better.

One little boy’s personalized shirt he wore on the first day back is getting quite the attention, and for all good reasons!

07/30/2019

Narcissist, Narcissist, where for art thou, Narcissist?

SOOoOOOOoooo many to choose from...

Be on the lookout for these.

04/13/2019

Thanks for a great evening and letting me speak about "Parental Paralysis" and addiction. Great turnout, as ZIGGY and I got a chance to see long-time friends and make many new ones. Also had the opportunity to do some Naxolone training for while in Huntsville. Special SHOUT-OUT to Selina Mason for all your help in promoting the event and serving as private "chauffeur" for ZIGGY and I💕

04/07/2019

We're on our way, Huntsville. ZIGGY wants to give a special SHOUT OUT to Selina Mason for her marketing brilliance, and for recognizing his interpreter, Phil. ZIGGY's a firm believer that everyone should have a minute in the spotlight....That is, as long as it doesn't get in the way of his SHINY star🙄