Oct
30
2008
As awful as an alcoholic’s life can become during the drinking days, there are times when in recovery an alcoholic will remember when things were pretty good – and this can lead to problems. Remembering when times weren’t so bad when drinking can certainly take you down memory lane – like having a few beers on a hot summer day after mowing the lawn while listening to a ball game. An enjoyable experience at the time and if you weren’t an alcoholic this would be much more than a memory.
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Oct
27
2008
“I cried to the Lord and He answered by setting me free” PSALMS 118:5
Alcoholism is such a destabilizing illness that can remove one from their life’s direction in a very short time. Heavy drinking leading to loss of family, livelihood, position in your community and your health can leave you exhausted and morally depleted. With their backs firmly against the wall and facing a frightful future, most alcoholics will turn to their Higher Power for the strength they need to make the difficult decisions. Continue Reading »
Oct
24
2008
“Yeah but I would rather…”
What makes recovery from alcoholism even more difficult than it is already?
The stubborn alcoholic who thinks he or she knows better than even the most experienced recovering alcoholic. It is a very real problem that can be a gateway to relapse. They can be given the best advice money can buy or experienced hearts can offer and they will modify this advice to suit their own timing and needs. Continue Reading »
Oct
07
2008
Picture this scenario. The CFO of a fortune 500 company is sighted at a business function over-indulging in alcohol to the point where he/she becomes loud and overt in his/her conversations. Other executives take notice of this behavior and make a note to speak to Human Resources about this potential problem with alcohol and the ramifications of confronting the employee about any impending issues to this looming predicament. Continue Reading »
