Personal Development | Addiction Recovery | Spirituality

Progressing Not Perfecting

Join us as we redefine success through personal growth, recovery, and spirituality. Together, we can prove that progress, not perfection, is the true path to fulfillment. Below are the sites of our amazing friends, supporters, contributors, and/or collaborators. Be sure to check them out and let me know what you think.

Friends

Our Story of Growth and Connection

Welcome to ‘Progressing Not Perfecting,’ a space dedicated to celebrating the invaluable role of friends, contributors, and collaborators in our personal development and recovery journeys. Here, we believe that every step forward, no matter how small, is a victory. Our community thrives on shared experiences and mutual support, reminding us that we are never alone in our pursuit of a better self.

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A Celebration of Creativity

Our Collaborative Canvas

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Awakened Academy

Live a Spiritual Life & Make a Great Living

They told you to move on, to be realistic, to stop dreaming so big. What they didn’t realize is that something inside you never agreed. That part of you is still there, still pushing, still waiting for you to listen.

Awakened Academy isn’t about fixing you. It’s about remembering who you were before the world told you who to be. It’s where you stop playing small, stop waiting, and finally step into the version of you that’s been calling your name this whole time.

You don’t need more information. You need activation. This is your moment.

Lumina Medium Studio

Lumina Medium Studios

Insight That Resonates. Guidance That Transforms.

Lumina Medium Studios offers deeply personalized, transformational readings that go far beyond surface-level insight. Each session delivers an extensive, highly detailed report that feels both accurate and profoundly meaningful, often revealing patterns, experiences, and truths that resonate on a deeply personal level.

What sets Lumina apart is not only the depth and quality of her work, but also her accessibility. Despite providing an experience that feels premium and life-changing, her pricing remains incredibly affordable, making this level of insight available to those who truly need it.

Clients consistently walk away with a renewed sense of clarity, empowerment, and understanding, often describing the experience as both eye-opening and unforgettable.

our top recommended books
Highly Recommended Personal Pick
Not Your Average Drug Addict Whore: A Life So Wrong It Went Right
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Sherry is an inspiration beyond belief. I know Sherry personally, and I believe we are aligned in our mission to help people struggling. This book is a must-read, and don't forget to show your love with a review. We know how much they help get these inspirational stories out there.

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03/07/2026 08:46 am GMT
Sam's Top Recovery Resource
The Recovery Tool Belt: Discover Essential Strategies for Achieving and Sustaining Sobriety
$24.99

I recently found this book, and honestly — I wish it had existed back when I needed help.

When I was battling addiction, everything felt like punishment. I was locked up, never offered long-term treatment in two decades, cut off meds, thrown in the hole, and told it was my fault. Nobody talked about addiction as a medical condition.

That’s what makes The Recovery Tool Belt different. Trent Carter explains addiction through science and compassion — not shame. It’s the kind of resource that could’ve changed everything if someone had just handed it to me years ago.

If you or someone you love is still fighting, this book might be the guide I never had.

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03/07/2026 04:52 pm GMT

Voices of Progress

Jamison Thompson

Jamison Thompson

Working with Sam has been a transformative experience, pushing my creative boundaries beyond what I imagined possible.

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Allison Cartereiry

Being part of this community has reignited my passion for personal growth and connection. It’s truly inspiring, and its barely getting started.

Laura Randanson

Laura Rendanson

The support and encouragement I’ve received here have been pivotal in my journey of self-discovery and recovery.

Join Our Journey of Transformation

We invite you to dive into our vibrant community at Progressing Not Perfecting. Share your personal experiences, connect with like-minded individuals, and contribute to a collective journey of growth and recovery. Together, let’s inspire change and prove that we are capable of extraordinary things. Your story matters—let’s make it heard!