So, You Think You Can Just “Quit” Your Addiction ![]()
A friend recently pointed out to me that she keeps seeing ads about how to quit smoking. As we all know, nicotine is one of the hardest addictions to stop.…
Donna MarksMay 4, 2020
Early Warning Signs of Addiction ![]()
Some people find themselves addicted from the first drink of alcohol, or the first hit of anything that provides an overwhelming euphoria. This could be due to the personal reinforcement…
Donna MarksApril 30, 2020
The Path to Real Healing ![]()
Some people have had dozens of chances to get sober, the best treatment centers, a good support system, and yet they don’t stay sober. Other people have minimal resources and…
Donna MarksApril 28, 2020
A Clear Integrated Approach ![]()
There is more than one route to the same destination. We aren’t here to tell you how to make your journey, but we can provide a navigational system that does…
Donna MarksApril 24, 2020
Healing Your Addiction Is an Inside Job ![]()
Did you know that most people who attempt to stop an addiction do not succeed? Research shows that only 25–40% of people stay sober from attending 12-Step programs or residential…
Donna MarksApril 21, 2020
How Did I Get This Way? ![]()
You weren’t born addicted. Even if you carried a gene that made you more susceptible, no gene tells you that you have to drink, drug, gamble, smoke, or engage in…
Donna MarksApril 20, 2020
Being Addicted Doesn’t Mean You’re Broken ![]()
There’s a difference between being broken and being wounded. One state offers hope; the other offers despair. If you are struggling with a behavior that is causing you problems and…
Donna MarksApril 19, 2020
Your Addiction is a Blessing in Disguise ![]()
Have you been struggling with a behavior you cannot stop? Maybe you were able to quit one addiction and found yourself taking up a new one? You quit smoking and…
Donna MarksApril 18, 2020
Staying Sober Without Meetings ![]()
The coronavirus has brought an abrupt end to recovery meetings. This is a travesty, but you can survive, and you can stay sober. First, I want to empathize with those of you who are…
Donna MarksApril 10, 2020
Addiction to Fear — The Root of All Addiction ![]()
Addiction to fear is causing more suffering than the Coronavirus (CV19). The treatment industry defines addiction as repeatedly doing the same thing in spite of negative consequences. There are 35…
Donna MarksApril 4, 2020
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