Tag Archives: doing the hard thing

The wolves came and went and we’re still standing.

Posted on February 23, 2021 by tec

Today I worked my program in a way I’m really proud of. I not only remembered, but I articulated, the importance of staying my path. That I’m right where I’m supposed to be, even if it’s hard. I’m learning the … Continue reading →

Posted in 2021 | Tagged al-anon, communication, consecutive days, doing the hard thing, eating disorder recovery, marriage, self care, showing up, working the steps | Leave a comment

Pick up the flashpoint.

Posted on May 9, 2020 by tec

I felt so much clearer after I wrote on Thursday. It was almost alarming how quickly I felt clear again. I called the tax guy and made an appt for the following day and by 1:30pm yesterday, our taxes were … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged communication, doing the hard thing, family, injury, marriage, progress, relationships, seizure disorder, self actualization, shoulder dislocation, stress, support system, the universe, working our programs | Leave a comment

Why are you running away?

Posted on March 7, 2020 by tec

Part of my sponsee homework this week was to flesh out my higher power a bit more. Not necessarily to share with Beth, but to have a more tangible and articulated foundation for myself. Chris and I had this two … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged AA, al-anon, Beth, childhood, Chris convo, communication, connection, doing the hard thing, faith, higher power, Julie, made up words, navigating the past, recovery, relationships, sponsee homework, step work, unexpected outcomes, well damn | Leave a comment

Illuminate the blackest nights.

Posted on February 22, 2020 by tec

It’s fascinating what a difference a day makes. Thursday was a day. Thursday was such a day. It hurt. It was also a day of growth that propelled me into today. Maximum amount of growth from a maximum type of … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged communication, communication translators, credit where credit is due, doing the hard thing, enneagram, honesty, it's not about being right--it's about being happy, marriage, navigating the sting of the worst hurts, our past experiences lead our reactions, righting the wrong, showing up, too many metaphors where I'd rather just say the thing--but I'm not there yet, watch out girl--your hurts are showing, what would The Rock do? | Leave a comment

Don’t complicate it.

Posted on October 6, 2019 by tec

I love this blog. I often think of it ridiculously fondly and I’m just so glad it exists. I also love my daughter’s boyfriend. He feels like a genuinely nice boy. More on that when I’m better slept. It’s 11pm … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged addiction, decision making juice, doing the hard thing, family, husband, lack of sleep, medication, recovery, seizure disorder | Leave a comment