Gambling 101: How to WIN

Gambling 101: How to WIN

While working with someone the other day, someone mentioned that he learned to gamble with his grandfather who taught him how to bet on cockfights at a young age. This brought on some flashbacks as I remember the “cockhunt”. There would be a rooster buried in sand up to its neck in a 5 gallon bucket and people would pay to take a swing at it while blindfolded. Winner takes the prize.. I never really thought of myself as much of a gambler. The only thing I’ve ever gambled with was my life…continue reading →
Recovery Day Seven

Recovery Day Seven

Taking a look back at your week, what has it been like? What could you have done differently or what could you have done more? What might you have needed to do less of? You’ve been taking care of doing things slightly differently than you normally did in the past right along side with taking care of yourself. I want to commend you on that. It took me a long time and a whole lot of guidance before I realized that. In the past, what I thought was taking care of myself, was…continue reading →
Recovery Day Six

Recovery Day Six

Five days have gone by and you’ve been consistent in working on your recovery. What have you noticed about yourself? How have you been feeling physically?.. mentally? What was easier for you this week? What was challenging? Who do you know is now on your team? You might have a job, be in a local union, play in a team sport, a band or participate in creative arts program. What was that like? How did the people around you take to your decision in making new choices? What was it that helped you…continue reading →