Darryl Duke's Blog, page 21

It’s All In How You Hug

“I was never a natural-born hugger. I was more of a pat your back type while embracing. However, after I learned how a simple hug could make someone’s day, I got really good at it. Sadly, some people don’t like to hug; they even feel uncomfortable if you try. But that’s another reason I hug. I’ve … Continue reading It’s All In How You Hug →

Stuck In The Middle With You

I believe what could help ease racial tensions in America is for people of all races to come together and say—we’re not racist or prejudiced in any way; we’re simply tired of always hearing about race and division in this country. I also believe we should start using the word discrimination less when it comes … Continue reading Stuck In The Middle With You →

The People I Love

I never asked to have a problem with alcohol, but then who does?   No one asks to become addicted to a substance.  However, some do, and it’s those people I want to help. I didn’t get sober to grow as a person, I got sober because I wasn’t happy. I didn’t stay sober because … Continue reading The People I Love →

Leaving The Beaten Path For A New One

As we begin our path in recovery we need to learn new ways of coping in life without a substance, however, there are some things we need to unlearn as well.  LIke the act of beating ourselves up all the time, for instance. We have to stop thinking we’re terrible people, especially when we say or … Continue reading Leaving The Beaten Path For A New One →

He Said She Said

“I write about fears and insecurities on my blog and I’m not afraid to admit I still have some. Fortunately, I know I can overcome my fears and that I’m capable of working through any insecurities I feel. Like the other day for example. The thought popped into my head that I might appear to … Continue reading He Said She Said →

When A Tweet Was A Sound A Bird Made

Tweet! Does a bird come to mind when you see this word, or do you immediately think of social media? Personally, my mind goes right to Twitter. But even though I tweet. Get on Facebook a lot. And use other forms of social media now and then. At 55 years old, I can honestly say … Continue reading When A Tweet Was A Sound A Bird Made →

Putting Ice On The Black Eye Of Alcoholics Anonymous

For those wondering if any bad things they may have heard about Alcoholics Anonymous is true, well, let me say that some things could be better about it. However, the black eye given to AA isn’t always fair. Many times a self-promoting author is responsible for putting down a program that has saved millions of lives … Continue reading Putting Ice On The Black Eye Of Alcoholics Anonymous →

Putting Ice On The Black Eye Of Alcoholic’s Anonymous

For those wondering if any bad things they may have heard about Alcoholics Anonymous is true, well, let me say that some things could be better about it. However, the black eye given to AA isn’t always fair. Many times a self-promoting author is responsible for putting down a program that has saved millions of lives … Continue reading Putting Ice On The Black Eye Of Alcoholic’s Anonymous →

What’s The Difference?

“I’m not saying that if people looked in the mirror everyday and said I love you to themselves it would make a difference in the world. I’m saying that when we can say it and mean it, we make a difference in our world.”

Do You Get My Meaning?

“I understand the meaning behind ‘what doesn’t kill us, makes us stronger.’ It can be quite inspirational for many people. However, I’ve gone through rough times that had nothing to do with dying, and everything to do with living.  My point is that maybe it should be ‘what we don’t allow to kill our spirit, … Continue reading Do You Get My Meaning? →