Trying to Embrace the New Year of 2026?
Hello Everyone, and Welcome to 2026! A New Year brings with it a kind of natural fresh canvas, ready to be painted with your thoughts, some dreams and maybe some...
A SMART Holiday Cheer
In the heart of December, with snowflakes so bright, We gather together on a cold winter’s night. With stockings all hung and the tree shining bright, Let’s weave in some...
Gobble Up Gratitude: A Thanksgiving Tale, Where Forgiveness Prevails, and Hearts Set Sail.
Thanksgiving’s here, a time of cheer, A feast of thanks, so warm and dear. In New York City, where I reside, The lights are bright, and hearts open wide. As...
Seasons Are Changing: Is My Default Thinking Stuck in Winter?
Ah, the seasons. The great big huge mood ring of the place we live called Earth! As the leaves change colors and the air turns crisp, I find myself pondering...
Setting Healthy Boundaries
Idea’s from A SMART Recovery Family and Friends Perspective and the CMC ITC Perspective. In the journey of supporting a loved one through recovery, setting healthy boundaries is an important...
Embracing Self-Care During A Family Crisis
My Journey Using the SMART Recovery & ITC Approach In the hustle and bustle of life, we often find ourselves juggling multiple responsibilities, striving to meet deadlines, and fulfilling personal...






