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Andrew L. Hicks

I am a writer in long-term recovery from the underlying causes and conditions of addiction. I believe in the science of healing and the art of staying human. I write to help people feel less alone—and more allowed to exist as they are. You can find more of my work at andrewlhicks.com.

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You're my favorite poem.

Dear Reader, As some of you know, I’ve been offering love letters in all sorts of formats—physical mail, audio recordings, PDFs—weaving words to nourish hearts near and far. After some soul searching and feedback, I’m discontinuing (for now) the audio and PDF versions, and am delighted to focus on what feels most magical: love poems, handwritten by me, sent through the mail on beautiful paper. It’s a gentle rebellion against our era of screen-based interactions; a lovely gesture of real ink,...

Dear Reader, Between launching the JFRFN daily recovery email series and starting school at Maharishi International University, I have fallen slightly behind on keeping in touch. But I still think about you every day, rockstar. 💙 Today's update isn't about me at all though. I want to wish a HAPPY BIRTHDAY to one of the dearest people and fun writers I've ever known: Jeni Conrad! If I were you, I'd click on her name up there and buy one of her books. 🙃 Happy birthday, Jeni. Thanks for making...