If I know anything about recovery it's that I can't do it by myself. Get connected. Reach out. Your life depends on it.

Staying abstinent from drugs and alcohol ain't easy. Reward yourself with something that makes you feel good. A trip. A dinner. Connect with someone. Don't do this alone.

Now that your sober you may need something to help you stay motivated. A purpose. Find one.

Relapse? Slip? Fallen and you can't get up? Drop the shame and guilt and focus on today. The present is all we have and if you are stuck in the past that is your worst enemy right now. Freedom is in this moment and everyone has access to it.

RIP Eddie Van Halen. Tomorrow is not guaranteed to anyone. Let's make the most of what time we have.

Where does willingness come from? It's great when you have it, but you can't really give it to someone who doesn't have it.

There's a place in recovery for everyone. Don't let anyone tell you what your story should be. If you are clean and sober today and working a recovery program you are a success! The past is gone and never coming back. Get over it! Get over yourself!

In active addiction we played some roles that were probably not so great. In recovery we get to redefine ourselves. What are your new roles?

The simple act of breathing is tied to all kinds of other things, such as emotions. I'm going to try the SKY Breath Meditation.

Those gremlins of worry, remorse and self-pity can creep in throughout the day. Keeping them at bay requires awareness, and staying away from quick sand.