Darryl Duke's Blog, page 12

A Delusion Of A Conclusion?

“Ever since I came to the conclusion that some of my conclusions are wrong; I now keep wondering if that conclusion was right?”

Where Did I Put My Inner Strength At?

“Sometimes it is our losses that help us find greater strength and to grow. Except, that is, when we’re older and keep losing stuff that we use everyday.”

Don’t Fear Your Happiness

I’m wishing everyone a Happy New Year. And a sober one should help ensure that. When I look back over my 21 and a half years of sobriety, I can honestly say that the biggest obstacle I faced was fear.  Fortunately many of the fears I had turned out to be the boogeyman, and the ... Read moreDon’t Fear Your Happiness

A More Level Playing Field

“Until we all fully understand that it’s not just the current and previous administrations who are to blame for the growing economic inequality in America, but big corporations and their greed. We will never unite and prosper as a people. The demise of the Middle Class will continue. And the true culprits, specifically the Billionaire ... Read moreA More Level Playing Field

That Would Be Divine

“A miracle, big or small, doesn’t have to be defined as an act of divine intervention. I’ve had things happen in my life that could be considered small miracles, and three important factors behind them were having hope, not being afraid to ask others for help, and not giving up. I’d like to believe that a ... Read moreThat Would Be Divine

Insecurities

It seems that quite a few people today, with apparent insecurities about themselves, act as though they have a very high sense of self-esteem. I first noticed this through the arrogant and often outlandish behaviors some of the teenagers I worked with displayed. Although it is, of course, understandable for young people to act in […]

That’s Absolutely Demonic

“Growing and becoming a better person takes time, effort, and patience. For example. Just after getting rid of all my inner Demons, a few years ago. Some outer ones came along.”

I Hope This Helps

“When we talk about our recovery, we should also speak of the two H’s, essential for promoting emotional wellness and greater happiness.  One is hope, and the other is help. It doesn’t matter what order they come in. We just need to know that hope can lead to help, and that help can lead to ... Read more

Love Is All Inside Us

“I’m not sure if love is all around me all the time. But I know when I look for it within myself—love is there. It may not be realistic to believe we can love everyone. But I know that as long as I maintain the self-love that I worked so hard to find. The love ... Read more

I’m Not Sick Anymore

Some people don’t like using the word “sick” when describing someone with an addiction. I get it. Just like the words alcoholic and addict, saying someone is sick can add to the shame and stigma associated with addiction, and prevent a person from getting the help they need. But was I sick? Yes. Although I ... Read more