Chizuk

The Gemara Berachos (34b) tells us "Penitents occupy a level that even the completely righteous cannot achieve." ; While this statement is encouraging and inspiring, what does it really mean and how can it be fair? Why should people who are consistently righteous and moral somehow lose out on acc...

Football is a game played by men Gotta run, hit da ground and get up again Preparation durin' the week is a definite must - and so it is with recovery from lust. Gotta shvitz, gotta train, muscles to build Otherwise, you gonna get killed Guys on the other side can be pretty tough Scrownin' a...

This is a little something I wrote upon hearing the sad news of the famous actor, Philip Seymour Hoffman's passing, due to an overdose of drugs (after being clean for 23 years). The news touched me deeply and this is my reflection... While many mourn Philip S. Hoffman's ;friendship and influence,...

Ben Zoma said that the strongest force of the heart's might is the power to overcome evil inclination. Courage in battle is not as great; there are many strong, brave warriors who have learned the arts of war and know how to fight. But the battle of the evil inclination demands much greater, more...

It was a long hard day. The presentation had to be perfect. The future of the company depended on it. The livelihood of 12 families depended on it. They all depended on me. No sweat. I knew we had a good product. I knew how to sell it and I knew who to sell it to. I was just wrapping up the final...

Lyrics: Way back in the stone age,It wasn’t yet the phone age,It was two cans and a string Or you were all a lone-age But nowadays we call,All ppl large and small If you don’t have a cell phone You are Neanderthal A cell phones a good start But why not make it smart,A phone that has a data plan A...

Therapists have been known to comfort clients who experience anxiety-provoking and obsessive thoughts, by telling them, “There is no need to feel fear or shame about the thoughts that run through your head. ; Thoughts do not really mean anything and don’t hurt anyone.” ; While this is an importa...

While acknowledging your gratitude, indulge in the feeling of joy and peace that comes from living in the moment.

Problem is, addicts just can't remember not to keep using their drug of choice. That's why they need sponsors and support groups to remind them.

In addiction recovery, a sure sign a person is making progress is the re-emergence of the emotional life. Let yourself feel!