Posts by Merlyn Karst, Recovery Ambassador
Peers Pursue Purpose
In the old West, when a community was plagued by bad guys, the townsfolk got together and formed a posse and chased the bad guys out of town. Western movies starring the Lone Ranger usually…
Read MoreTogether We Are Stronger
September is designated as Recovery Month. Recovery Month promotes the societal benefits of prevention, treatment, and recovery for mental and substance use disorders. It celebrates the millions of people as…
Read MoreShow me the Evidence
Recovery is a reality. It is a hopeful statement for an existing and growing many In the midst of a serious addiction crisis, in which 72,000 people died from overdoses in 2019. The…
Read MoreWhen a Matter Matters Most
Today, matter has a new meaning. By definition, a matter is important and significant. For many, their recovery matters most, as does mine. In years past, I have had the…
Read MoreFacing the Phases—Together
These are troubled yet hopeful times. Under guidance and ultimate trust, we have acted to protect lives from being taken by an invisible vicious villain. In important ways we find ourselves being together yet being apart. The economic costs defy comprehension. All lives…
Read MoreDesire for Happy Destinies
I am writing this on my natal birthday. I arrived 88 years ago. The road of life provided a rewarding and satisfying journey. That is, until I found myself on dangerous…
Read MoreGrant Me the Wisdom
For those who believe in the power of prayer, the Serenity Prayer, in its simplicity, serves very well. As we begin a new year and new decade, focus on four…
Read More“Peerness” is Important
My title for this blog came to me when recalling a presentation by Tom Hill several years ago at an Association of Recovery Community Organizations (ARCO) conference. Tom served for…
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