Tag: balance
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Our Common Ground: Recovery Wisdom for Election Night Unity
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…
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Beyond a Dark Time – Embracing the Growth of Lawrence Long, a Man Who Chose Change
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
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…
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“Why I Run: On Thoreau and the Pleasures of Not Quite Knowing Where You’re Going”
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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A balanced, mindful approach to life might be the most rewarding
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.