By Dr. Ross Campbell (originally published in 1960) Genre: Non fiction, parenting Woo factor: none if Christianity is your thing Hippie factor: 8 out of 10 (it may challenge your viewpoint of traditional parenting) I was first introduced to this book back in my crunchy-earth-mama days. I was at a conference on mothering/parenting topics just […]

For those of you who know me “in person” and have seen me recently, you know I have lost a significant amount of weight. The weight loss journey is an interesting one, and I’m sure I will discover more blog-able insights along the way. This one is result of recent moments with clients and a […]

“They have to want it.” “It will only work if they are ready.” “You have to let them hit rock bottom.” These are common sayings in 12 meetings, in recovery communities, by family members and friends. It’s even sometimes (unfortunately) said in professional treatment. To be fair, it’s said out of love and kindness towards […]

Isn’t AA (or 12 Step) Enough? Now about health: A body badly burned by alcohol does not often recover overnight nor do twisted thinking and depression vanish in a twinkling. We are convinced that a spiritual mode of living is a most powerful health restorative. We, who have recovered from serious drinking, are miracles of […]