How do you survive after you discover that lies have permeated your primary relationship? How can you figure out your next steps when you feel frozen? Can you even contemplate a way forward? How are you able to function on a day to day basis? My birthday is in August, and before I left for…
DetailsThis week our post comes from Alicia. She has shared that she is much more comfortable with calculus than with writing, but felt very strongly that she needed to share her story, even though writing is not her strongest area. We are so grateful for her courage and willingness to share her experience in working…
DetailsI once was a swimmer who tossed herself into the deep ocean, swimming fearlessly with all the beauty of the sea. It was too deep, I got pulled under, and barely made it back to shore. I took time on that coast to rest, gather my courage, and learn how to swim in a safer…
DetailsI have been stuck. I have been struggling about what to write for this post, wanting so much to do it “right”. I have been wanting to come up with a catchy title so people will read it and find hope, and wanting so much to post something that will reach people. I have been…
DetailsMy family and I enjoy visiting National Parks, and often our vacations will involve a destination to one of these beautifully preserved spots in my country. On a recent trip to Southern Utah (where there are numerous parks) I started paying attention to the roads inside the different parks. Mountainous roads are never my favorite;…
DetailsWelcome back to the SA Lifeline women’s discussion group! As a foundation, we are so excited to get this discussion board up and running again. I don’t know about you, but I have missed receiving those blog posts in my email inbox. When I opened up a message it was a moment to stop, slow…
DetailsUPDATED: 6.17.20 This post was provided by one of our SAL members. It has been updated recently. We look forward to discussion on the topic of helping those who are new to sobriety and recovery. Thanks for your feedback and experience. This question has come up a lot lately: “How do you help someone who’s…
DetailsThe Coronavirus quarantine has been a world-wide challenge. We are all facing increased uncertainty, boredom, and stress. We may be navigating more screen time, and are likely experiencing more frequent inter-personal conflicts as we spend more time than usual in small spaces with our families. The obstacles inherent to our current circumstances can be a…
DetailsHafiz is one of my all-time favorite humans. As the blanket of fear and crisis has settled over the globe, I have been thinking of this Hafiz poem. As you read, know that Hafiz uses the terms Love, the Beloved, and God to refer to the Higher Power of His Understanding. That’s one of the…
DetailsEven before coming to SAL 12-Step, I have always loved the serenity prayer. My father was raised Catholic and quoted it often. God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, Courage to change the things I can, And the wisdom to know the difference. In early recovery, these words were a…
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