Just Stay Curious

Doug is the first man featured on Just Stay Curious. He identifies a Christmas he spent alone 16 years ago. Waking up alone, he became determined to never be so alone on Christmas again. A few short months later, Doug gained his sobriety. Doug realized that he couldn’t do it alone. Doug also discusses his path to discovering the need to really feel his feelings, which, he says, are a package deal, and includes both positive and negative feelings. Q & A What was the number one thing that was holding you back from accepting self love? Comparison, judgment, and fear. Oh, that’s three things. Part of it was discovering my purpose. I found that my strengths are there to support me in times of weaknesses, and my weaknesses are there to humble me in times of strength. Who is one person who has changed your life for the better? Athena Glass. She was a retired creative writing professor from a University. I did a job for her as a contractor. Somehow, she knew I was a writer. She really showed a complete interest i