12 COVID Lessons
This latest season for CCAR is unprecedented. COVID pandemic, opioid epidemic, social justice issues, politics, extreme weather… Personally, at various times, I’ve encountered fear, anxiety, […]
This latest season for CCAR is unprecedented. COVID pandemic, opioid epidemic, social justice issues, politics, extreme weather… Personally, at various times, I’ve encountered fear, anxiety, […]
Art loved his work as a Master Trainer of recovery coaches for the Connecticut Community for Addiction Recovery (CCAR). Through his immense wisdom, compassionate style,
Art Woodard – Helper of Souls Read Post
I’m on a surfboard (odd because I’ve never sat on a surfboard) and I realize a huge wave just crashed on shore. I sit in
ORCA – Ocean Recovery Community Alliance Read Post
Everything that follows, I found on one social media source that shall remain nameless (Facebook). And before you read any further, I chose these hashtags
How We Respond Matters Read Post
When I started my recovery journey, AA defined me… Arrogantly Angry. I identified a couple other base emotions too, sometimes happy, sometimes sad, but mostly
Would You Rather be Right or Happy? Read Post
I am 60 years old and still learning. My AA sponsor told me years ago to “remain teachable”. I’ve done my best to heed that
Amid COVID19 stress, opportunity knocks. Have you answered? Personally, I’m learning during this time; one lesson in particular surprised me. Some coaches are fantastic online.
Tips for Coaching Recovery Virtually Read Post
By Sandy Valentine, Guest Blogger I poured through the box of memorabilia, long forgotten and buried in the basement. I chuckled over finding my old
By Bill White and Phil Valentine Individuals matter. Character matters. Values matter. Social contribution matters. If a living testament to those propositions has ever existed
“Smooth seas do not make for skilled sailors.” ~African Proverb I stand on the quarterdeck; the crews’ eyes upon me. I stand calmly, hands behind