Eric Daring: The Power of Patterns

Hey everyone—Eric here. I’m a Recovery Coaching Professional at New Foundations Recovery, and I’m in my seventh year of recovery. I’m someone who thrives on structure, routine, and clear goals, and I’ve learned over time that those things aren’t just helpful—they’re essential for me. Recovery, family, and helping others aren’t just parts of my life, they’re the heartbeat of it.

When I look at what’s working in my life today, the patterns are clear. I show up for myself and the people I care about by sticking to what keeps me grounded. Getting up early, going for a run, making meetings, staying connected to my recovery network—those are the cornerstones. When I follow that pattern, everything else tends to fall into place. I feel clear-headed, energized, and present for my family, friends, and the people I work with.

But I also know what it looks like when those patterns slip. When I drift from my schedule, slack on my routine, or skip the basics of self-care, I start to feel it quick—complacency creeps in, I lose momentum, and I get out of sorts. Recognizing those patterns before they spiral is key. That self-awareness helps me course-correct and get back to what works.

Outside of work, I love going to Red Sox, Celtics, and Bruins games with friends (quietly rooting for the Raiders—don’t hold it against me). I have monthly lunch check-ins with my closest friends, watch UFC with my father-in-law, and take my kids camping with my parents in the summer. Everything I get to enjoy today—every relationship, every moment of peace and connection—is because of the person I used to be and the work I’ve put in to become who I am now.

For me, recovery isn’t just about staying sober. It’s about creating a life that’s full, meaningful, and rooted in purpose. Giving back what’s been so freely given to me is a privilege I don’t take lightly. Being a kind, dependable, and compassionate human being—that’s the kind of pattern I want to keep repeating.