PinnedJamie HairstonUpdate: Table of Contents for this BlogMy set publishing schedule is Mondays, Wednesdays, Saturdays, and every other Sunday. I try to publish daily when I can, but I have two…Feb 171Feb 171
Jamie HairstonRolling with the Punches: Caring for My Grandmother Through HospiceDo you ever have a period in life where you feel like you can’t catch a break?Sep 19Sep 19
Jamie HairstonThe Power of Routine: Simple Habits That Transform My Day with ADHDAre you ever stuck in a never-ending hamster wheel, desperately trying to establish normalcy and routine? I know I do. The constant battle…Sep 3Sep 3
Jamie HairstonEmbracing the Inevitable: Why Writers Must Overcome the Fear of ChangeChange is one of life’s few constants, yet many people dread it — especially in creative fields like writing.Sep 1Sep 1
Jamie HairstonWhen Music Speaks to the Soul: My Emotional Journey with Nati Dreddd’s “Apocalypse”I found this song in my music library when my phone was on a random shuffle. I have no idea how it became saved to my playlist, but it was…Aug 28Aug 28
Jamie HairstonWhy Prison Isn’t the Answer: A Personal Reflection on Addiction and RecoveryNote: I originally published this article here on Medium on December 14, 2022. I decided to update and rewrite it — so this article may…Aug 26Aug 26
Jamie HairstonUnderstanding the Lifeline of Intervention in Addiction RecoverySometimes, I find articles that resonate deeply with me and feel compelled to share them. Recently, I read a piece about the importance of…Aug 25Aug 25
Jamie HairstonCan Animals Help with Addiction Treatment?Addiction is a daily battle that affects millions of people, with many facing relapse rates between 40% and 60%, even after completing…Aug 24Aug 24
Jamie HairstonWhen Mental Illness Feels Terminal: A Call for UnderstandingTrigger Warning: This article discusses sensitive topics related to mental health, including suicide attempts and suicidal thoughts. If you…Aug 23Aug 23
Jamie HairstonWhy I Write: A Journey Through WordsWriting is a form of therapy; sometimes, I wonder how all those who do not write, compose, or paint can escape the madness, melancholia…Aug 61Aug 61
