The cupcake thing started the summer of 2002. “Come to New York,” my daughter Nichole insisted. “We’ll go to the park, go shopping. And you’ve got to try these…

We will discover the nature of our particular genius when we stop trying to conform to our own or to other peoples’ models, learn to be ourselves, and allow…

Things derive their being and nature from mutual dependence and are nothing by themselves.— Nagarjuna We are dependent on much around us, not just for our survival, but for…

One thing at a time. That’s all we have to do. Not two things at once, but one thing done in peace. One task at a time. One feeling…

As soon as you say, “I want to change”—make a program— a counter-force is created that prevents you from change. Changes are taking place by themselves. If you go…

In recovery, we’re learning to let ourselves go! We’re learning to be spontaneous. Spontaneity may frighten some of us. We may be afraid of the loss of control involved…

The key to life and power is simple. It’s knowing who we are. It’s knowing what we think, what we feel, what we believe, what we know, and even…

Sometimes, we act in a manner with which we are less than comfortable. That’s human. That’s why we have the words: “I’m sorry.” They heal and bridge the gap.…

“You should have seen me when I was younger. I was something else then.” “Just wait until I’m older and bigger. Then I’ll show you what I can do.”…

Before recovery, my relationships were lousy. I didn’t do very well on my job. I was enmeshed in my dysfunctional family. But at least I knew what to expect!—…