Toshia Humphries
Toshia Humphries is a writer, and artist in Lubbock, Texas. She has been writing for two decades and possesses two Master's Degrees from Texas Tech University, one a Master's of Education in Counseling and the other, a Master's of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies with a tri-level focus in Women's Studies, Addictions, and Counseling. She earned her Bachelor's in Psychology with a double minor in English and Substance Abuse from the same school. Additionally, Toshia has received specialized training and experience in addictions, substance abuse, and prevention at the Center for the Study of Addiction and Recovery at Texas Tech University. There she co-facilitated life skills and process groups for kids and college students and co-authored a curriculum for life skills programs for teens. Toshia is the author of two books available on Amazon: Today is the Day to Sparkle: Daily Affirmations for Those Who Need to Find Their Shine (2016), and The Sky Was All Purple: A Collection of Love for Prince (2017). She is also the talk radio co-host of Girl Power Hour on Blog Talk Radio, and the creator of Threads Locks & Rock—a performance art show which utilizes personal experiences and stories to inspire each show and its performers, healing and empowering them and audience members alike. Much of her work is fueled by her own life experience and education.
Sober Halloween Activities That Can Become a Yearly Tradition
By Toshia HumphriesEven though sobriety may seem to offer very little in the way of Halloween fun and festivities, there is actually no difference... Continue Reading
3 Ways to Practice Gratitude for a Successful Recovery
By Toshia HumphriesSo how does one practice gratitude daily? Here are 3 ways to focus on the positive aspects of life. Continue Reading
5 Effects of Alcohol That Destroy Your Relationships
By Toshia HumphriesThere are numerous ways in which alcohol can affect you and the people you care about the most. Continue Reading
6 Common Excuses People Make to Keep Drinking
By Toshia HumphriesMaking excuses is the only way an alcoholic can remain in denial about their addiction. Continue Reading
How to Keep Recovery in Mind During Tumultuous Times
By Toshia HumphriesIt’s not always as simple as 1-2-3, but the aforementioned steps do provide important reminders and actions toward preventing r... Continue Reading
3 Things I Wish I Told My Loved One in Active Addiction
By Toshia HumphriesTo anyone out there who has lost someone to this disease, whether in life or in the grave, I encourage you to speak the words y... Continue Reading
5 Reasons Why an Alcoholic Cannot Love
By Toshia HumphriesHow can an active addict care for another person when they're deep in their own addiction? Continue Reading
5 Key Components to Long-Term Recovery Success
By Toshia HumphriesApplying these five keys to success in recovery aids in building a strong sense of character and being. Continue Reading
The #1 Lie Loved Ones of Addicts Believe About Themselves
By Toshia HumphriesIt is a lie they may tell themselves and believe from the start—a destructive force detrimental to loved ones and addicts alike. Continue Reading
The Search and Rescue Process of Recovery
By Toshia HumphriesIn active addiction, the only priority becomes the substance of choice. Family, friends, jobs, beloved pets and even children g... Continue Reading