I suppose that one could say that my inspiration for the writing of The Twelve Step Pathway: A Heroic Journey of Recovery came from a lifetime of experience, both personal …
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This is where reflection meets recovery. In these writings, Dr. Michael Cowl Gordon explores the inner landscapes of addiction, healing, spirituality, and the Heroic Journey. Whether sharing insights from decades in medicine or pondering life’s deeper questions, each post is an invitation to think, feel, and grow. Grab a cup of coffee, stay a while, and join the conversation.
Noah a Drunk? Not so Much, but What About Lot?
Posted on September 28, 2021
Noah is generally credited, if that is the right term, with being the first alcoholic in the Bible. It is possible that he was, but the evidence is scant. This …
The Heroic Journey – Native American Experience
Posted on September 28, 2021
A few weeks ago I received a booklet from Oglala Lakota College (OLC) entitled Woksape Wakita – Awakening to Wisdom. I receive these gems because of the small financial support …
Some A.A. History
Posted on September 28, 2021
I have a great personal and professional interest in the program of Alcoholics Anonymous, and I find the history of the origins of this movement to be fascinating. There are …