Sometimes Roses Die Too Young.
As an addiction therapist, the death of a client is always devastating and profound. But through loss we can always find hope. Sadly, it seems, roses sometimes die too young.
ADDICTION
My personal observations on addiction and recovery. Something I rarely reflect on these days, but intend to do so as part of this blog.
Deconstructing Alcoholism
Unravelling the alcoholic identity: A postmodern look at society's perceptions on addiction & the role of the algorithm.
The Parliament of Owls
Recovery groups can be a true saviour in early sobriety. But they can also be a terrifying prospect for some. Take a short journey with me, not to "the rooms", but to visit The Parliament of Owls.
On Waterboarding.
Apparently it's getting on for seven years since I had my last alcoholic drink. Wow. Pause for thought. Opening the lid to look back: On Waterboarding.
Re_Covr.
Emerging from the depths of addiction, my creativity has risen like a Phoenix. Rebuilding a life from ashes, re-establishing purpose and building a community online. We do Recover.
Colours Run Prime.
Reflections on physical and mental breakdown, seen in the rear view mirror.
I Know the End.
Swimming, losing direction, gulping breaths and a fear of drowning. All metaphorical reactions to the pandemic. This short "music" video is a pastiche of emotions. An attempt to understand and to reconnect with my creativity during the first wave of Covid 19.
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