TEMPORARY TRAFFIC LIGHT
I am in recovery and a big part of that has been playing the guitar and songwriting.
CONQUERING FEAR IN SOBRIETY
Blythe is passionate about her recovery, and her music. It seemed rude not to let her explain in her own words how monumental it has been for her to rediscover her true passion.And include an absolutely well deserved plug while we’re at it!
RSFF_2019_WINNERS ANNOUNCED.
The shortlist for this years Recovery Street Film Festival has been drawn up.
Get the kettle on, pull up a chair and enjoy creative recovery in action.
LOSE YOURSELF IN LINES DISSECTING.
In this, the second part of our chat with Tessa Rothnie, we delve deeper into the role of creativity in her life and…
“EVEN IF ALL OTHERS, NOT I.”
Tessa Rothnie tells us about her battle with addiction. A battle that has lasted for most of her adult life. In testimony to her strength and commitment, Tessa has recently graduated from University and qualified as an NHS nurse. We get the lowdown…
OUT OF TIME. BY SIMON MEASURES.
Out of Time is another powerful piece of poetry by Simon Measures. Hot on the heals of a triptych of work this month. Enjoy.
100 DAYS OF SOBER PAINTING
Do you do something every day as part of your recovery? Maybe you meditate, practice mindfulness, play video games or simply read a…
DAN MACE – #I’MWITH YOU
#ImWithYou Born and raised in Cape Town, South Africa, Dan Mace is a twenty-first century director and filmmaker. With a sensitive style,…
RECOVERY SONGS.
The Making of Recovery Songs by Ralph Dartford ‘Hello. My name’s Ralph and I’m a thieving, lying, betraying, conniving, filthy little drug addict’.…
WAYS OF SEEING.
Ever feel like you’re some kind of stuck record? Yes? Then good, we can be friends… because today I’ve been looking at pictures…
ADDICTION DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE.
We’re delighted to start the week with a truly inspirational contribution by Leeds’ very own recovery bard, Phil Pearce. Phil is coming up…
LEE FENNINGS – A PEACE OF NEPAL
I remember buying my first “proper” camera. You know, one with a big lens and lots of switches and dials. It was a…
LIFE THRU THE LENS: LEE FENNINGS
Strengthening ones recovery through a hobby or pastime is pretty common. You only need to look at the sheer number of opportunities on…
MOTHS, METAL & MOUNTAINS.
The online recovery community is diverse and growing. Take us, for example! But a quick search throws up the catchily named, visually bold…
FEATURE: THE DISLEXIC POET
Mooching around 5Ways yesterday it was a pleasure to meet The Dislexic Poet, aka Chaz Hudson, who was scribbling away upstairs as part…