Over 37 years ago, I had a conversation with the owner of a health food store my ex and I frequently shopped. I asked her if drinking coffee was "healthy." She said it was better than her other addiction. She then told me she was a recovering alcoholic. I confessed that I was an alcoholic but was struggling to get sober. She gave me the name of a counselor at a local hospital in their rehab dept. It saved my life. I have been sober ever since.
I really enjoy your writing style; it’s engaging, sincere, and introspective. The way you weave personal experiences with larger life lessons creates a profound impact, while your candidness makes the narrative feel genuine and relatable. Loved this piece from you!!
This reminds me that in order to be a good writer you need to have experiences to write about. So it's important to live life and step out of your comfort zone every chance you get. Awesome stuff in this one.
This essay really spoke to me. I’ve noticed a similar pattern in my life with ‘chance’ encounters and meaningful epiphanies. Thanks for sharing your life experiences and the roads that got you to where you are.
Beautifully expressed. And powerful message to those like me what a wonderful therapy writing can be, whether it’s a moment of internal crisis or an expression of a joyous moment.
Wow, that resonates more than you'll ever know! I read practically every word you publish on all platforms and truly benefit from doing so. But this one slaps (in a good way) harder than any other single missive that you've ever written. Good on ya, mate! And thanks for the life-giving stream of language and thought that you emanate ever day.
I wholeheartedly agree with Vince. One of your best Jared. Powerful! Thanks for baring your soul. God only knows how many people you help find their way.
Over 37 years ago, I had a conversation with the owner of a health food store my ex and I frequently shopped. I asked her if drinking coffee was "healthy." She said it was better than her other addiction. She then told me she was a recovering alcoholic. I confessed that I was an alcoholic but was struggling to get sober. She gave me the name of a counselor at a local hospital in their rehab dept. It saved my life. I have been sober ever since.
One of your best, man. Thanks for sharing.
I really enjoy your writing style; it’s engaging, sincere, and introspective. The way you weave personal experiences with larger life lessons creates a profound impact, while your candidness makes the narrative feel genuine and relatable. Loved this piece from you!!
Damn. Thank you, Siri. And may we all meet our Siri.
Powerful stuff. Really felt this one.
This reminds me that in order to be a good writer you need to have experiences to write about. So it's important to live life and step out of your comfort zone every chance you get. Awesome stuff in this one.
This essay really spoke to me. I’ve noticed a similar pattern in my life with ‘chance’ encounters and meaningful epiphanies. Thanks for sharing your life experiences and the roads that got you to where you are.
Beautifully expressed. And powerful message to those like me what a wonderful therapy writing can be, whether it’s a moment of internal crisis or an expression of a joyous moment.
Wow, that resonates more than you'll ever know! I read practically every word you publish on all platforms and truly benefit from doing so. But this one slaps (in a good way) harder than any other single missive that you've ever written. Good on ya, mate! And thanks for the life-giving stream of language and thought that you emanate ever day.
Some of your best work Jared.
Formidable
Powerful
I wholeheartedly agree with Vince. One of your best Jared. Powerful! Thanks for baring your soul. God only knows how many people you help find their way.
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