Author: Ciana

7.24.25 My mind and body have been on the go nonstop the last couple of weeks, and today they made it clear—it was time to slow down. After work, I felt like I could’ve crawled into bed for the night right then and there. But I knew if I did, I’d be wide awake by Read more

7.23.25 One of the many things I love about AA is that everyone—or at least most everyone—understands just how hard it is to stay sober. Not just every day, but sometimes every damn minute. People are compassionate, sympathetic, and empathetic when someone relapses. Whether it’s been a day, a week, a month, a year, or Read more

7.22.25 Much like my career, AA is full of diversity. Its membership includes people from all backgrounds, beliefs, and walks of life—each unique in their own way. When dealing with others, I have to remember to always place principles before personalities. Just because I may not agree with someone—or even like their hair or smug Read more

7.21.25 “What’s next? Where do we go from here?” After making amends to someone on my list, they asked me these questions. And the only thing I could honestly say was — I have no fucking idea. That used to terrify me. Not knowing felt like failure, like being out of control. But recovery has Read more