Alcohol, Marriage, Personal Growth and More
Refusing to Settle. Choosing Peace. Living Free.
My coach asked me to complete an assignment to pause and reflect on the question: Who is Jeff? I’m not yet sure what the plan is or how to utilize this reflection, but it felt significant enough to share as part of my journey and story. Where I’ve BeenFor most of my adult life, I’ve... Continue Reading →
The journey to this point has been brutal.It’s worn me down in ways I never thought possible. Heck, in ways I never knew could be possible. And while I’m still standing, I’m not the same man I was. Not even close. This didn’t happen overnight.It happened slowly, over years—until one day I realized the version... Continue Reading →
For years, I’ve been caught in an emotional whirlwind, wrestling with a deeply personal decision:Do I keep fighting for a marriage that’s carved painful and permanent scars? Or do I finally summon the courage to step away and reclaim my life? Writing this isn’t just therapeutic—it’s my reminder, my accountability, and maybe a lifeline to... Continue Reading →
We could all point to countless things that have been difficult, painful, or even traumatic in our lives. And frankly—sadly—that’s just life. Our suffering isn’t unique, but it is ours. And it’s real. If you haven’t hit a storm yet, just wait—your turn will come. Each of us carries our own story. What I had... Continue Reading →
For years, I didn’t realize I was being emotionally and verbally abused. There were no bruises, no screaming fights. Just constant tension, confusion, and the slow erosion of my sense of self. It was the perfect example of death by a 1000 cuts. Eye rolls, snapping of fingers, walking away, the criticism disguised as advice,... Continue Reading →
For a long time, I asked myself if I was just too sensitive. If I was overreacting. Maybe I was the problem. I questioned myself constantly. I doubted myself. I lied to myself, saying, “It’s not really that bad,” because that’s what years of emotional and verbal abuse can do. It doesn’t always leave bruises.... Continue Reading →
Alcohol, Marriage, Personal Growth and More 