Get F’n Real Pt. 2: the Neurosis of the Normal
“In accord with clinical theories that emphasize the self-deceptive nature of narcissistic self-regulation (e.g., Kohut, 1977) we assume that the relevant mechanism is repression. That is, we think that the avoidance … Continue reading
Refuge Recovery on the East Coast Canada
First, as always, there was Vancouver. But now, there’s Halifax. Refuge Recovery Halifax kicks off this Thursday November 6 at 7 PM at the Dalhousie University Multifaith Centre.
Josh Korda Goes Against the Stream @Tricycle
This film portrait of Josh Korda is about the only type of American Buddhism that I can get behind, that is genuine, honest, frank, and real. I can only share the … Continue reading
Review: Refuge Recovery Is a Gem
I’m only a third of the way through reading Noah Levine’s Refuge Recovery (2014 Harper Collins) but I’m already deeply impressed with his take on how to apply Buddhist principles and … Continue reading
We Recover on the Bones of Others
From the book The Zen of Recovery, by Mel Ash ©1993 If you are here to read this, think of those who aren’t. Pray for them: good thoughts for those who … Continue reading
Tommy Rosen: Recovery 2.0 Move Beyond Addiction
Dear Friends, In this picture, which was taken yesterday, you see me holding a copy of my book for the first time. It is called Recovery 2.0: Move Beyond Addiction and … Continue reading
Tommy Rosen: Beware the Lemmings
Dear Friends, I get asked all the time why I feel my recovery is so sturdy. And I will always caution myself and others not to fall prey to the … Continue reading
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