Why I Pray In The Shower

Some spiritual books I’ve read claims that much of our unhappiness in life stems from the fact that we depend on people and material things to bring us happiness and not spiritual values. They also claim that until we completely detach ourselves from these dependencies, we will continue to be hurt by others and never be free from fears and insecurities. I agree with what they’re saying, and although I have less fears and insecurities in my life today, I admit I’m still dependent on people for at least some of my happiness. However, I have acquired enough spiritual growth over the years to not remain hurt by others. It’ll take a lot more spiritual growth before I’m completely free of my dependency on people, especially the ones I love, but at least I know any pain I feel as a result of that dependency will only hurt a little bit.

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My book signing on Saturday at Greetings and Readings in the Hunt Valley Towne Centre located in Hunt Valley Maryland went very well. I really enjoy doing book signings there and got to talk to a lot of interesting and nice people.  Greetings and Readings are selling my books even when I’m not there which is a good sign. I can’t wait to do one again soon.

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Although my book signings aren’t creating large crowds and long lines yet, I do get to meet quite a few people who like what I have to say and some like me, feel that it wasn’t just a coincidence that we met. This helps me to keep believing in what I’m doing and I thank them for that. The stigma of addiction isn’t going to go away over night, but I know as I continue walking the path I created over 14 years ago, I will do my part in helping to remove the shame associated with alcoholism and drug addiction.

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