Author: mymollydoll

  • We are Each Responsible ….

    Once you become known and its on record how many people are reading and the potential number of people who can be helped by you, it’s more than just titles and headings which need to be proven against all odds, obstacles, and losses, it’s about who you are as a person, deserving, or not, let…

  • Progress is a Tightrope …

    You can make progress, and all progress can be lost, that is what I have learned, all based on how you sound what you look like and what there is to observe in combination and with comparison to how everyone else is doing overall, spiritually, physically, and mentally. It’s unfortunate in this era of being…

  • By the Time the Fires Out ….

    By the Time the Fires Out ….

    By the time the fires out, you should still be in one piece and so should everyone else around you. You’re allowed one day or a few bad days so long as you let others know you’re going through a lot or need time to recover or be alone. I know it’s hard to even…

  • Thoughtful Examination of Patterns and Available Solutions, Dear Judge ….

    Thoughtful Examination of Patterns and Available Solutions, Dear Judge ….

    My treatment center heeded my carefully made request on a date chosen by mom when rent is due 4/9, however was not able to coordinate on my own also being allowed to leave sober living upon being too tired to meet all the requirements & for focus on job to be the issue March &…

  • What Can’t Be Overcome Amended ….

    What Can’t Be Overcome Amended ….

    There are certain things you learn the hard way in life that once you fail to meet an expectation regardless the reasons put forth for anothers decision as to making a deduction about you identifying the problem with you, it will always be too late and more harm caused than good, when wellness isn’t appreciated…

  • When I Give Up ….

    When I Give Up ….

    I have no explanation or justification for anyone’s displeasure with me. I can accept that all they heard was “don’t contact Todd” without concern for my best interests good will or positive effort to improve get help and offer my insights and updates as to my treatment along the way. No one ever asked for…

  • The Times Have Changed ….

    The Times Have Changed ….

    Personally, I’m going through a lot, as open as I have tried to be online about my treatment and recovery, life just isn’t decided for you and instantly works out, what I’m learning is that no matter recovered, with a social life, support, sobriety, IOP, there’s no such thing as perfection. Sometimes the most painful…

  • Post Breakup Blues ….

    Post Breakup Blues ….

    You know it’s not the end of the world if you can’t be with the same person your whole life. I know we fall in love and love the feeling of being in love but why can’t we also accept when things end between us. It’s the what’s in between that matters less than focusing…

  • Guest Blogger: Deborah H. Stern, Psy.D

    Guest Blogger: Deborah H. Stern, Psy.D

    Book Review Title: Communicating Courageously Hear, Be Heard, and Connect in Your Closest Relationships By: Deborah H. Stern, Psy.D This book teaches healthy and effective communication skills by helping the reader to understand themselves. In the process of using what she calls the “Share Hear Care Model,” shows that practicing these strategies, helps people to…

  • Go with the flow ….

    Go with the flow ….

    Learn to go with the flow. “Most people define it as an ability to change course, without getting stuck, when things don’t go as you planned.” [1] They say that “Practices, such as mindfulness and examining your values, may help you find your flow.” [2] Remember that “practice makes perfect.” [3] Be able to stay…