Addiction

Pain is Not Required for Change

There’s an expression among people in recovery: No pain, no gain. Pain, whether physical or emotional, captures our attention more than any other sensation or emotion. Everyone has a pain threshold, and…

Donna MarksJanuary 26, 2026

Addiction Mental Health

Four Differences Between Love And Addiction

It’s surprising how difficult it’s become for many lovers to connect in lasting intimacy. Dating seems to be a thing of the past, and dating apps almost guarantee instant gratification.…

Donna MarksJune 16, 2025

Addiction Recovery

The Gift of Gratitude

It’s easy to take things for granted. When I was a victim of addiction, I didn’t appreciate anything. Even though I lived in one of the most beautiful places in…

Donna MarksJune 2, 2025

Addiction Mental Health Mindset

The Three Most Important Keys to Overcoming Addiction

Statistics indicate that up to two-thirds of individuals who seek help for addiction will experience relapse. Whether it involves alcohol, drugs, food, gambling, smoking, or any other issue, the rates are…

Donna MarksFebruary 24, 2025

Addiction Mindset

3 Differences Between Real Love and Love Addiction

Romantic relationships have become turbulent endeavors. Many who strive to have a loving relationship find themselves in a sea of misery. That’s because there’s no rulebook or much modeling on…

Donna MarksOctober 21, 2024

Addiction Mental Health Mindset

Three Signs You’re Laboring Too Much

On Labor Day, we celebrate the dedication and contribution of workers to our nation's progress and success. Work is a fulfilling endeavor, allowing individuals to pursue their passions and life's…

Donna MarksSeptember 2, 2024

Addiction Mindset Thoughts

What is Freedom?

On Wednesday, June 19th, we celebrated a fairly new Federal holiday named Juneteenth. On January 1, 1863, President Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation banning slavery, but it only applied to…

Donna MarksJune 25, 2024

Addiction Recovery Sober Living

Five Myths About Alcohol

It’s fine to have a drink every so often. Right? How else would you relax after a tough day at work or feel comfortable at a social gathering? Plus, even…

Donna MarksJune 3, 2024

Addiction Mindset

Three Reasons the Term “Substance Use Disorder” is Harmful

I recently watched the show Painkillers, a series about how the Purdue pharmaceutical company (owned by the Sadler family) produced, promoted, and distributed OxyContin (oxycodone) — but mostly how addictive it…

Donna MarksApril 16, 2024

Addiction Mindset Recovery

Humor and Addiction Recovery

Addiction is a serious illness, no doubt about it. It’s the number one physical and mental health problem, and it’s getting worse, not better. There seems to be a correlation…

Donna MarksFebruary 26, 2024

Pain is Not Required for Change

Four Differences Between Love And Addiction

The Gift of Gratitude

The Three Most Important Keys to Overcoming Addiction

3 Differences Between Real Love and Love Addiction

Three Signs You’re Laboring Too Much

What is Freedom?

Five Myths About Alcohol

Three Reasons the Term “Substance Use Disorder” is Harmful

Humor and Addiction Recovery

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