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by Lawrence (Jay) Long

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  • Desiderata by Max Ehrmann: “Go placidly amid the noise and haste”

    Desiderata by Max Ehrmann: “Go placidly amid the noise and haste”

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    Lawrence Long – Spokane
    Nov 7, 2024 11:41 PM

    The timeless wisdom of “Desiderata” resonates deeply with those of us on the recovery journey, particularly in times of profound change and challenge. Just as I wrote yesterday about transforming fear into freedom and finding serenity amid political uncertainty, Max Ehrmann’s 1927 prose poem offers a gentle reminder that peace and strength can be found even in life’s most turbulent moments.

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  • From Fear to Freedom: Recovery Principles in Challenging Times

    From Fear to Freedom: Recovery Principles in Challenging Times

    By

    Lawrence Long – Spokane
    Nov 6, 2024 12:37 PM

    Triumph may become trial, and trial may become triumph. Today, as news of another Trump victory ripples through our community and world, I find acceptance coming with surprising ease. What once triggered desperate feelings of fear and anxiety in 2016 has now become an opportunity to lean in and grow.

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  • Our Common Ground: Recovery Wisdom for Election Night Unity

    Our Common Ground: Recovery Wisdom for Election Night Unity

    By

    Lawrence Long – Spokane
    Nov 5, 2024 8:50 PM

    Tonight, as Americans await election results, I’m reminded of a profound truth we learn in recovery rooms: our differences dissolve when we focus on what binds us together. Whether in small church basements or community centers (or in the Great Outdoors), people from all walks of life share their stories – stories that, despite their unique details, ring with familiar themes of struggle, hope, and resilience.

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  • Your Voice Still Matters – Especially When It Feels Like It Doesn’t

    Your Voice Still Matters – Especially When It Feels Like It Doesn’t

    By

    Lawrence Long – Spokane
    Nov 2, 2024 2:04 PM

    Looking at the vibrant mural outside this Vegas Arts District building, I was struck by the joy and hope radiating from that smile. In a time when many of us feel jaded by the noise of politics and the weight of societal challenges, it’s easy to believe our voices don’t matter. But they do. Recovery […]

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  • Biblical Conflict Resolution: A Path to Healing and Growth

    Biblical Conflict Resolution: A Path to Healing and Growth

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    Lawrence Long – Spokane
    Nov 1, 2024 11:20 PM

    In my journey of recovery and personal transformation, I’ve learned that one of the most challenging aspects of healing is navigating conflicts in relationships. That’s why I’m excited to share an upcoming workshop that resonates deeply with my own path forward.

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  • Beyond a Dark Time – Embracing the Growth of Lawrence Long, a Man Who Chose Change

    Beyond a Dark Time – Embracing the Growth of Lawrence Long, a Man Who Chose Change

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    Jen Loree Byrd
    Oct 30, 2024 9:02 PM

    In life, people are often measured by their worst moments, especially when those moments are for all to see online. In order to truly understand someone, we need to look beyond a single, shadowed moment to see the arc of their journey. Lawrence Long’s story is a powerful example of this arc. He isn’t defined […]

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  • A Father’s Path Forward: From Recovery to Supporting Other Fathers

    A Father’s Path Forward: From Recovery to Supporting Other Fathers

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    Lawrence Long – Spokane
    Oct 24, 2024 3:50 PM

    Seven years can transform a life completely. As I reflect on my journey from 2017 to today, I’m struck by how much can change when you commit fully to personal growth and accept help from others. Today, I want to share my story – not to minimize past actions, but to offer hope to others who might be struggling with similar challenges.

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  • Variations On The Word Love by Margaret Atwood

    Variations On The Word Love by Margaret Atwood

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    Lawrence Long – Spokane
    Dec 25, 2023 7:41 PM

    This is a word we use to plug holes with. It’s the right size for those warm blanks in speech, for those red heart- shaped vacancies on the page that look nothing like real hearts. Add lace and you can sell it. We insert it also in the one empty space on the printed form that comes with no instructions. There are whole magazines with not much in them but the word love

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  • Navigating Recovery and Embracing Support on the Path to Wellness

    Navigating Recovery and Embracing Support on the Path to Wellness

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    Jill
    Dec 3, 2023 2:17 PM

    In this deeply personal narrative, Jill C. shares her challenging journey with alcoholism intertwined with mental health disorders, including Major Depressive Disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, PTSD, and Borderline Personality Disorder. Her story begins in middle school, marked by bullying and an upbringing in an emotionally distant, alcohol-free home. Despite these challenges, Jill’s journey transforms into one of recovery and hope, detailing her path towards sobriety and mental wellness. This is not just a personal account but a beacon of encouragement for others facing similar struggles, emphasizing the importance of professional help, the support of Alcoholics Anonymous, and the strength found…

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  • Seeing the Forest through the Trees

    Seeing the Forest through the Trees

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    Jill
    Sep 19, 2023 3:23 PM

    Journeying through 26 years of drinking, Jill C. shares her transformative experience with Alcoholics Anonymous. From battling mental health challenges to discovering the profound impact of service work, delve into how she shifted from self-pity to a broader perspective on recovery and community support.

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  • Dealing with haters

    Dealing with haters

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    Lawrence Long – Spokane
    Sep 18, 2023 2:11 PM

    Thanks to Ryan for this gem. “What if someone despises me? Let them see to it. But I will see to it that I won’t be found doing or saying anything contemptible. What if someone hates me? Let them see to that. But I will see to it that I’m kind and good-natured to all, […]

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  • I Will Rise

    I Will Rise

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    Lawrence Long – Spokane
    Aug 25, 2023 3:44 PM

    Benjamin Tod’s song says it well. Some days land crushing blows to the soul. Today was one of those days for me. Yet…

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  • “Study nature, love nature, stay close to nature. It will never fail you.”​

    “Study nature, love nature, stay close to nature. It will never fail you.”​

    By

    Lawrence Long – Spokane
    Aug 7, 2023 3:12 PM

    — Frank Lloyd Wright​

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  • “Give yourself permission to be creative”

    “Give yourself permission to be creative”

    By

    Lawrence Long – Spokane
    Jul 29, 2023 2:13 PM

    Do what inspires joy…in you, not just what brings praise from the world.

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  • The purpose of art

    The purpose of art

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    Lawrence Long – Spokane
    Jun 17, 2023 5:00 AM

    “The purpose of art is not the release of a momentary ejection of adrenalin but is, rather, the gradual, lifelong construction of a state of wonder and serenity.”​ ​ — Glenn Gould

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  • “Why I Run: On Thoreau and the Pleasures of Not Quite Knowing Where You’re Going”

    “Why I Run: On Thoreau and the Pleasures of Not Quite Knowing Where You’re Going”

    By

    Lawrence Long – Spokane
    Jun 9, 2023 6:04 AM

    Beautiful long read, summarized below. Love it! “Running turns off my mind in most ways, and it’s a relief: I am outside, breathing, working, enjoying this beautiful place I live in right now.” RACHEL RICHARDSON Richardson’s intimate reflection dives into her transformation from a schoolgirl who loathed running to an avid runner inextricably tied to her […]

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  • Embracing Summer: Clean, Sober, and Service-Oriented

    Embracing Summer: Clean, Sober, and Service-Oriented

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    Lawrence Long – Spokane
    May 31, 2023 5:05 PM

    The beauty of summer lies in its endless opportunities. Long days filled with sunshine, warmth, and a sense of revitalized energy lend themselves perfectly to creating memorable experiences. Yet, the summer season also offers a unique chance to grow, learn, and give back, especially when you approach it with a mindset focused on clean, sober, […]

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  • Understanding the Web Development Journey: Key Aspects for Potential Clients

    Understanding the Web Development Journey: Key Aspects for Potential Clients

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    Lawrence Long – Spokane
    May 16, 2023 8:47 PM

    In today’s digital landscape, a strong online presence is not only beneficial but vital for any business. As a client considering web development options, it’s essential to understand key elements of this process. This knowledge helps you make informed decisions and maximize your partnership with a web development team. Identifying Your Business Needs Web development […]

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  • A balanced, mindful approach to life might be the most rewarding

    A balanced, mindful approach to life might be the most rewarding

    By

    Lawrence Long – Spokane
    May 13, 2023 8:34 PM

    This article explores the trade-offs we make between being present in the moment and our pursuit of productivity, suggesting that a balanced, mindful approach to life might be the most rewarding.

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  • A Supportive Community for Mental Health and Addiction Recovery

    A Supportive Community for Mental Health and Addiction Recovery

    By

    Lawrence Long – Spokane
    Apr 17, 2023 6:03 AM

    Together we grow through Challenging Physical and Spiritual Goals nEveresting Recovery is an organization in its conceptual stages with a vision to support individuals struggling with mental health and addiction issues. By creating a supportive community that encourages healthy living, mindfulness practices, clean eating, and quality time spent in nature, we aim to help individuals […]

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    Desiderata by Max Ehrmann: “Go placidly amid the noise and haste”
    by Lawrence Long – Spokane
    November 7, 2024
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    From Fear to Freedom: Recovery Principles in Challenging Times
    by Lawrence Long – Spokane
    November 6, 2024
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    Our Common Ground: Recovery Wisdom for Election Night Unity
    by Lawrence Long – Spokane
    November 5, 2024
  • Your Voice Matters: Vibrant street mural in Las Vegas featuring a joyful face with blue-streaked hair against geometric patterns
    Your Voice Still Matters – Especially When It Feels Like It Doesn’t
    by Lawrence Long – Spokane
    November 2, 2024
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    Biblical Conflict Resolution: A Path to Healing and Growth
    by Lawrence Long – Spokane
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    Beyond a Dark Time – Embracing the Growth of Lawrence Long, a Man Who Chose Change
    by Jen Loree Byrd
    October 30, 2024
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    A Father’s Path Forward: From Recovery to Supporting Other Fathers
    by Lawrence Long – Spokane
    October 24, 2024

ABOUT Lawrence Long + {n}Everesting

Lawrence (Jay) Long, a seasoned Tech Consultant, Developer, and Project Manager in Spokane, WA, is deeply committed to addiction recovery & health initiatives. This developing community aims to empower individuals to reach new heights, foster healing, and achieve peace.

{n}Everesting Recovery was borne of the months spent in moving-meditations that constituted Lawrence’s training for the Everesting Run Challenge in 2022

“THE MOST DIFFICULT
CLIMBING CHALLENGE IN THE WORLD”

https://everesting.cc/

While planning for this event, I was struck by the potential this ambitious, goal-oriented approach to recovery could have for others. The idea wasn’t necessarily to scale the heights of Everest. Instead, it was about fostering a supportive community that encourages individual growth by pushing the boundaries of our comfort zones. In doing so, we can break barriers and accomplish what we once deemed “impossible.”

Lawrence Long, founder & community organizer
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