This is my first time on a psychotropic prescription, so I have no idea what to expect. I'm updating this post each day to share my experience. I'd love to hear your feedback in the comment section - especially if you've been on this or … [Read more...] about Depakote ER for Bipolar Disorder: My Daily Review
80 Days Sober “Get back to where you once belonged”
Today is day 80 sober and I'm feeling hopeful. Last week's rough patch was a learning experience, but progress continues. ????Get back to where you once belonged If you've lost your way, go back to doing the last things that made you feel … [Read more...] about 80 Days Sober “Get back to where you once belonged”
Anger: It’s how I survived my first week sober
Before they took me off the radio, the host asked a great question about how I survived those first few days of sobriety. How did I cope with the physical withdrawals and the shock of not drinking? Simple Answer - I WAS MAD AS … [Read more...] about Anger: It’s how I survived my first week sober
Sobriety Milestone: I got kicked off talk radio for profanity
The nice people at Talk Radio London invited me to share how I quit my drink problem on the Sam Delaney program. I was flattered, nervous, and ???? percent sober. Hell, I wasn't even that manic. None of that was enough to filter my … [Read more...] about Sobriety Milestone: I got kicked off talk radio for profanity
79 Days Sober: Fighting Addiction with Military Strategies
The more I learn about sobriety - the more I see two different fronts in my battle against addiction. The short-term (don't drink) and the long-term (do recovery). Abstaining from the chemical alcohol. This is the battle for psychical … [Read more...] about 79 Days Sober: Fighting Addiction with Military Strategies
I was a pastor and mental health hater (when my religion was spreading stigma against mental illness)
May is Mental Health Awareness Month and I've seen many tweets about ending the stigma around mental illness. It's all very inspiring, but I remember when I was on the other side of this issue. Not so long ago, I was one of those jerks … [Read more...] about I was a pastor and mental health hater (when my religion was spreading stigma against mental illness)