CHASING HAPPINESS?

“One is happy as a result of one's own efforts, once one knows the necessary ingredients of happiness — simple tastes, a certain degree of courage, self denial to a point, love of work, and, above all, a clear conscience. Happiness is no vague dream, of that I now feel certain.”-George Sand-19th Century female... Read More

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TIGER GETS HONEST

“At first I didn’t want to look inward. Frankly, I was scared of what I would find—what I had become. But I am grateful I did examine my life because it made me more grounded than I’ve ever been; I hope that with reflection will come wisdom.” –Tiger Woods

This is the first indication tha... Read More

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WHY I DON’T SEEK HELP-THE EXCUSES

My good friend Patrick Meninga from Spiritual River has just done another detailed article on why so many walk around with the mental illness of addiction and don’t seek help.

For those who have at any time thought they MIGHT have a problem, or for those who suspect or know someone in their life has a problem, please go to www.hopeserenity.ca, or follow the link to Spiritual River, and read the article in detail.

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TRUST ISSUES?

It’s amazing how many people I run across that have major trust issues.

The causes vary. In the information below, you will find some thoughts on dealing with trust issues, and issues of trust that come up in relationships.

If you conclude that self-e... Read More

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WHAT AM I THINKING?

"I never know what I think about something until I read what I've written on it." -- William Faulkner

Years ago I was in a treatment facility trying to learn how to live life on life’s terms. To say my mind was a super speedway would have been an understatement. Disjointed thoughts continually r... Read More

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