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Scapegoat Escape

Scapegoat Escape Laura Clark Barefoot, Ph.D. Barefoot Chaplain Intervention Services May 11, 2016 In troubled families, abuse and neglect are permitted; it’s the talking about them that is forbidden. -M. Sirota Within the context of the Holy Bible, specifically Leviticus 16:18, a scapegoat is defined as someone who is unfairly made to…

My Companion, Your Best Friend

Until one has loved an animal, a part of one’s soul remains unawakened. – Anatole France Growing up in an alcoholic home, it was only natural to find solace in relationships with animals. My lifelong love for them is clearly the product of childhood trauma. The adult daughter of an alcoholic, I have revisited memories…

Releasing Past Mistakes

Laura Clark Barefoot, Ph.D. Barefoot Chaplain Intervention Services January 1, 2016 “When you find your path, you must not be afraid. You need to have sufficient courage to make mistakes. Disappointment, defeat, and despair are the tools God uses to show us the way.” –Paolo Coelho, Brida Releasing Past Mistakes Let’s not kid…

Ten Tips to Start Loving Yourself

Laura Clark Barefoot, Ph.D. Barefoot Chaplain Intervention Services December 30, 2015 One of the most difficult challenges in recovery and in our lives is the struggle we face with loving and accepting ourselves; completely, with all of our self-proclaimed imperfections and shortcomings, embracing who we are. Why can’t we believe we are good enough, for…

The Opposite Of Love Is Not Hate

The Opposite Of Love Is Not Hate Laura Clark Barefoot, Ph.D. Barefoot Chaplain Intervention Services December 27, 2015 Wouldn’t it be wonderful if we were able to go to sleep tonight and wake in the morning with all of our fears removed – every single one? Ponder the thought for a minute. How different would…

Some people need the extra services of a Sober Companion to help them acclimate to life in recovery after treatment. Addiction treatment is a highly structured environment and some need help incorporating the tools they learned in treatment into their daily lives. To learn more about how Barefoot Chaplain Intervention Services can help you,…