ADDICTION HELP
An Addict’s Willingness to Do Anything Except What’s Needed
One of the most frequent things I hear when I speak to families about getting their loved one help is “He/She’s not willing”. I understand this sentiment completely because for years I prolonged addiction with both a willingness that continued to destruct my life and an unwillingness that nearly killed me. It’s an interesting perspective when I hear the words ‘not willing’ because an addict is willing.
A Day in The Life…
I wake up with a crick in my neck. It’s 7:30 am, I passed out sitting up on my couch for the last 6 hours. I’m still fully dressed. There is a cigarette butt with a fresh burn on the carpet beside my feet along with fresh burn-holes in my shorts…
Don’t Wait for the Miracle —Go Find It
Addiction robs a person of so much in life. The joys of simple pleasures and hobbies; the warmth that comes from healthy relationships; the fulfillment that comes from being successful in life; the peace that comes from having high character and aiming to do the right thing.
Veterans and Substance Abuse— A Simple Guide on How to Help a Veteran Struggling with Drugs or Alcohol
Veterans make up a large percentage of individuals who suffer from substance abuse. Many veterans arrive home injured, suffering from PTSD and start to lack purpose. The information provided is to help a veteran stricken with addiction and their families to combat it with all tools available.
