Finding a New Way to Live
Keeping 12 Steps Between Myself and the Next Drink
Struggling with alcoholism is nothing new in society. Ever since mankind has inhabited this planet, we have abused substances that remove us from the reality of the world. For some, this dream…
From Addict to Adventurer
Rekindling A Lost Love for Adventure
In October of 2015, I was blessed with the opportunity to explore one of the most beautiful places on the planet, Havasupai Falls. A little back story, I am a recovering addict, that struggled with addiction…
Alcohol: A Concern for Pregnancy
In today’s society, it is already common knowledge that women should stop drinking alcohol during pregnancy because of the multiple effects of alcohol on the fetus. Although most don’t understand the severity of these effects. The effects…
Entertainment on Addiction Reality Shows
Television has come quite a long way from game shows like “Wheel of Fortune” and “The Dating Game” to reality shows like “Desperate Housewives” and “Man vs. Wild.” Today, reality TV can cover anything from toddler pageants, home…
Needles and HIV / AIDS
Recently, an unlicensed acupuncturist in Switzerland was found to have intentionally infected 16 people with HIV over the course of a decade. Although it is unclear what his motivation was, this man intentionally infected people the same way…
