by Tony Harte | Sep 29, 2024 | The 12 Steps and Stoicism
What is Step Seven of Alcoholics Anonymous Welcome to the 7th Step of Alcoholics Anonymous. Step 7 marks a turning point in the spiritual journey of recovery. This step reads: “Humbly asked Him to remove our shortcomings.” It may appear simple at first...
by Tony Harte | Sep 4, 2024 | Blog Post
Patience – The Struggle is Real! Practicing patience can often feel like trying to nail Jell-O to a wall. We try again and again, only to see the gelatin plop on the floor. Luckily, we are provided plenty of opportunities daily to practice. Being patient in many...
by Tony Harte | Aug 19, 2024 | Blog Post
Feeling lonely in sobriety is no fun but it can be overcome with a bit of courage and action. Loneliness is a common experience in early recovery from substance abuse. When we stop using drugs or alcohol, we can end up feeling socially isolated. The friends we had...
by Tony Harte | Aug 4, 2024 | Blog Post
Introduction Grieving due to loss is a universal experience we encounter at some point in our lives. However, for those in recovery from substance abuse, dealing with these emotions can be particularly challenging. Turning to substances to numb the pain of grief might...
by Tony Harte | Jul 15, 2024 | Blog Post
Table of Contents 2 3 Stoicism & Sobriety: How to Cultivate Self-Control in RecoveryThe Stoic BeliefsThe Role of Self-Control in SobrietyControl What You Can ControlLiving According to NatureFocusing on the Present MomentStoic Techniques to Practice...