BlogMyths Surrounding VulnerabilityHave you ever cringed at the word vulnerability? Does it make you feel weak? Have you ever thought that vulnerability is overrated and for other people? I have. I’ll admit it. At times, I hate being vulnerable. Why? Because it’s...

BlogThe Importance and Value of Continuing Education for Peer Recovery SpecialistsAs we all know, Peer Recovery Specialists play a crucial role in the recovery community and society at large. We use our lived experience to provide support, offer guidance where...

BlogEmpowerment Skills Part 2Last week, we learned about empowerment skills. We learned that He-Man had empowerment. We laughed at that. But it was/is true. Yes, He-Man still exists just like a certain individual of size living in a cold place who dispenses free...

BlogEmpowerment Skills Part 1“By the Power of GraySkull…He-Man!” Ah the glories of ‘80’s cartoons. Most of my friends were He-Man fans. For those of you unfamiliar with this hero of old, He-Man was a regular dude who had special powers and a special sword that turned...

BlogThe Process of Self Care for a Peer Recovery SpecialistBe professional! Know it all! Have it all together! Work smart! Nevermind, work harder!!! Sounds familiar? These are just a couple of the ideas/thoughts/spoken words we experience as working professionals,...

BlogOvercoming Imposter Syndrome with Peer Support: Part 2Last week, we talked about realizing sometimes we may feel like a fake or a fraud. And that there is actually a name for this tendency and it’s called ‘Imposter Syndrome’ which was observed and defined by...