e-Journals by Elora M. Kindred

Welcome to the elorasong® blog—a sacred space of storytelling, recovery, and self-discovery. Here, you’ll find reflections on sobriety, healing after military service, spiritual growth, and personal empowerment. These heartfelt writings are crafted especially for Black women veterans who are ready to reclaim their lives in sobriety.

How Adversity Fuels Personal Growth: A Reflection on Spiritual Expansion Feb 18, 2022

I have a question: How has adversity contributed to your personal growth? 

Whether created on my own accord or otherwise, adversity leaps into my life to teach me valuable lessons. During such times I am reminded of the powerful Serenity Prayer:

God grant me the serenity to accept the things I can...

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Breakdown or Breakthrough? A Recovery Reflection on Healing Through Surrender Aug 18, 2021

I have a question for you: When was the last time you experienced a spiritual, mental, or emotional breakdown?

You know, the kind that has you crying uncontrollably while searching in desperation for a solution to (fill in the blank). The heart pounding, gut wrenching kind of breakdown that has you...

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