One of my biggest struggles in sharing the story of my journey is allowing others to experience those authentic moments when I feel the pain of a derailed life. It is difficult to share those moments because I don’t spend a lot of time there and I don’t like being there. Admitting to you there […]
One only need to look at any of the trending barometers to know the perfect family is a television fantasy. Examine the increasing rates of divorce, unemployment and job displacement, bankruptcies, all forms of addiction, suicide, infidelity, mental health and prescription drug usage. Does anyone honestly believe every family doesn’t have something going on inside […]
http://traffic.libsyn.com/theaddictionconversation/Transparent_Humility.mp3 Most family members are terrified about the responses when neighbors, or the people at church, work, or school find out their loved one is addicted to drugs. The stigma of drug addiction and the fear of the judgment that comes with having an addict in your family is a very powerful, negative force. Knowing […]
“When you know yourself you are empowered. When you accept yourself you are invincible.” ~Tina Lifford This quote resonated with me for several reasons. First, it closely reflects the perspectives of my lessons and experiences relating to 100Pedals. Second, it reminds me that the key to success and fulfillment in life starts with the awareness […]
“We can’t live in front of the mirror, we live in the world — spend your time where you can serve others the most.” Every one of us takes a moment, or longer, every day looking in the mirror. We rely on our mirror to provide us a preview before we head out the door. […]
