by Chris | Nov 19, 2025 | Help from the Saints, Prayer & Scripture Reflections, Sacraments, Saints—On Earth & in Heaven, Scripture Reflection, Spiritual Tools, The Blessed Mother
A few weeks ago, my wife and I were talking about the messiness of my relationship with my mom, and a video I had recently watched online popped into my head. The video began with sentimental background music and captions explaining the circumstances of a family: the...
by Chris | Nov 12, 2025 | Addiction, Alcohol & Drug Addiction, Compulsive Eating Behaviors, General, Getting Sober, Personal Testimonies, Personal Testimony, Spiritual Tools, The Twelve Steps
I am a miracle. I am a recovering alcoholic and anorexic. It is my hope that by sharing my experience of addiction and recovery, I can bring awareness to others that there is a solution, and that through it they may experience a “spiritual awakening.” A spiritual...
by Chris | Nov 5, 2025 | Catholic Psychology, Psychology & Therapy, Spiritual Tools, Therapy
Taking custody of the mind is a topic that always piques much interest when brought up in recovery meetings. Those of us who struggle with addictions, compulsions, and unhealthy attachments recognize the mind as a battlefield. I was introduced to the concept of...
by Chris | Oct 29, 2025 | Mercy, Reconciliation
To ask for forgiveness is one of the greatest challenges we face. It demands peace in our hearts. It invites us to confront and overcome our emotions of anger and hurt to practice virtue and mercy. It is a risk. It is a risk for anyone—especially for those of us in...
