The Way Out of the Black Hole of Addiction ![]()
We’ve all heard of the black holes that lurk out there in the many galaxies. They are almost impossible to detect and have only been discovered through scientific observation of…
Donna MarksMay 1, 2021
Do You Get “Triggered” to Relapse? ![]()
People in recovery learn how to recognize when they are “triggered” to relapse. An event over which they have no control causes the person to feel emotionally flooded, and the…
Donna MarksMarch 21, 2021
Filling-up Versus Covering-up The Hole Of Addiction ![]()
People who have decided to face their addiction have made a courageous attempt to reclaim their lives and cease self-destructive behavior. But stopping a single behavior does not usually end…
Donna MarksFebruary 12, 2021
Caring vs. Co-Dependency ![]()
I recently read a book in which the author claims there no such thing as co-dependency.
Donna MarksJanuary 10, 2021
The Power of Change ![]()
When a family suffers from addiction, it’s only natural to focus on the person who has an apparent addiction.
Donna MarksNovember 17, 2020
Addiction — The Root of Most Deadly Illness ![]()
Last Saturday morning, I received one of those most-dreaded telephone calls I’d ever expected. “Donna, please call me.
Donna MarksOctober 26, 2020
When the Worst Happens ![]()
Last Saturday morning, I received one of those most-dreaded telephone calls I’d ever expected. “Donna, please call me.
Donna MarksOctober 21, 2020
Hear No Evil, See No Evil, Speak No Evil ![]()
Each one of us has the free will to be open-minded and to think for ourselves.
Donna MarksSeptember 25, 2020
The One Addiction ![]()
You may have heard the expression, “A rose, is a rose, is a rose.” The same holds true for addiction.
Donna MarksSeptember 17, 2020
The Architect of Our Lives ![]()
I am responsible for what I see. I choose the feelings I experience, and I decide upon the goal I would achieve. And everything that seems to happen to me…
Donna MarksSeptember 7, 2020
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