When a man has been raised under overprotection, he may equate love with being cared for, guided, or even controlled. Instead of viewing a partner as an equal, he may look for the same emotional safety net his mother provided. This can result in seeking out a woman who nurtures…
Embracing your dark side is not about giving in to anger, envy, or fear; it’s about acknowledging the parts of yourself that society tells you to suppress, and learning to channel that energy into empowerment. This is the path of the true warrior. #warriorwithin #peaceofmind #trueempowerment
When we talk about addiction, people often assume drugs and alcohol are used to chase a high, to feel good, or to escape into euphoria. But the truth is more complicated. Many people don’t drink or use substances to feel better—they use them to stop feeling altogether. Others aren’t chasing…
So many of us spend our lives chasing empowerment as if it’s something hidden out in the world, waiting to be discovered. We look for it in books, in people, in titles, in accomplishments, or even in substances and temporary highs. We think if we can just achieve that one…
Weight loss is rarely a straight path. In my Eat Less, Move More journey, I’ve learned that setbacks are not failures—they are part of the process. Resilience is what allows me to keep moving forward, even when progress feels slow, when cravings win, or when I miss a workout. Resilience…
The greatest tragedy in life is not failure but abandoning who we truly are. From childhood, many of us learn to build masks — ways of being that please others, protect us from pain, or help us survive the chaos of our environments. Over time, these masks grow thicker until…
Getting sober is only the beginning. The real transformation starts when you go beyond the meetings, beyond the 12 steps, and start doing the deep inner work — healing your mind, your spirit, and your identity. This is the part of recovery most people don’t talk about, but it’s where…
Follow along as I share my real, unfiltered journey — from stepping on the scale feeling defeated to embracing the mantra: “Eat Less, Move More.” Every weigh-in, every workout, every moment of doubt, and every breakthrough is documented to inspire and show that with consistency and faith, anything is possible.…
Forgiveness isn’t about letting them off the hook — it’s about setting yourself free. Many of us carry childhood pain, anger, or resentment toward our parents. But holding on to that pain only keeps us stuck. Forgiving your parents isn’t about forgetting or excusing what happened — it’s about reclaiming…
I didn’t learn how to be a real man from the streets or from trying to look tough. I learned it in the recovery rooms, building relationships with healthy men who showed me what real strength looks like — accountability, honesty, and showing up even when it’s hard. A real…
In this powerful episode of the Sick & Tired Recovery Podcast, I sit down with Barb, a boundaries coach, speaker, author, and podcaster, to share her incredible journey of healing. Barb opens up about how, for most of her life, she didn’t understand what boundaries were. She thought love meant…
Many people struggle with recognizing when God is speaking because His ways are often subtle and unlike the loud, dramatic voices we imagine. Learning to discern God’s voice requires patience, practice, and spiritual sensitivity. #heargodsvoice #divineguidance #higherconsciousness
Childhood trauma—whether it comes from abuse, neglect, abandonment, or growing up in a chaotic home—can shape the way a person views themselves and the world. When these painful experiences go unprocessed, they often leave deep emotional wounds, unresolved shame, and a constant sense of not feeling safe or “good enough.”…
Masculinity is often tied to physical attributes. Among these, the size of a man’s genitalia is commonly — and unfairly — portrayed as a measure of virility, confidence, and sexual prowess. For Black men, this stereotype carries additional layers of complexity, rooted in both historical objectification and contemporary cultural narratives.…
When I first came into recovery, I thought Step Four—“Made a searching and fearless moral inventory of ourselves”—was just about listing my wrongs, my character defects, and all the ways I had messed up my life. I thought it was about shame, about confessing to how broken I was. But…
You don’t need a church pew, a priest, or a sacred building to encounter God. If God is truly infinite, then He is everywhere—within you, around you, and in the very air you breathe. Leaving religion often comes with fear. We are told that without it, we will be lost,…
Boundaries are a declaration of self-worth—a way of saying, “This is what I need to protect my peace, my health, and my recovery.” Yet, after drawing that line, it’s common to be met with an unexpected wave of guilt and shame. Why does this happen? Much of it comes from…
Many people aren’t avoiding church because they’ve given up on God — they’re avoiding it because they’re tired of being told they have to believe exactly what everyone else believes to belong. In this short, my guest Bob share why finding a church that lets you be yourself, ask questions,…
Your emotions may not always tell you the truth about a situation, but they do tell you something important about what’s happening inside you. Instead of reacting impulsively or pushing them away, learn to “ride the wave” — acknowledge the feeling, understand its message, and let it pass without pulling…
Asking for a sponsor was one of the most nerve-wracking moments for this addict 's recovery journey. His heart was pounding, and a voice in his head kept saying, “They’ll say no. You’re not ready. You’re not good enough.” But deep down, he knew that without guidance, he was walking…
It’s easy to think that if we remove the substance, the issue will disappear. But anyone who has walked the path of addiction knows the truth: the substance itself is rarely the core problem. Instead, it is a solution—an unhealthy, destructive, but incredibly effective solution—to a much deeper issue that…
Breaking free from generational addiction is one of the toughest battles many face. In this video, we hear from someone who vowed to end the cycle but found herself caught in the same trap. If you’ve ever felt stuck, defeated, or like you’re repeating your family’s history, this message is…
Addiction isn’t just about drugs or alcohol—it can be about people too. Codependency is the hidden addiction that keeps you chasing approval, love, and validation at the cost of your own peace. In this short video, my guest uncover how codependency works like any other addiction—and what it really takes…
Anyone can stop using drugs for a day… but staying stopped? That takes real work. Recovery isn’t just about putting the drugs down—it’s about facing the pain, the trauma, and the issues deep within that kept you using in the first place. If you’re ready to do more than just…