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New Rhythm of Life

from The Lighthouse Project by John Dillon

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    "Listen to these songs. Read the lyrics and the stories of how the songs were created. Feel for yourself the healing power in a song.” – Mary Gauthier, Singer/songwriter, Author: Saved by a Song - The Art and Healing Power of Songwriting

    CREATIVE RECOVERY GROUP is an online gathering of people in recovery from substance use disorder, many of whom have recently graduated from St. Christopher’s Inn, an addiction treatment facility in Garrison, NY. The weekly Zoom meetings are facilitated by Eric Kreuter, Ph.D., CASAC-t, and focus on creative writing to enhance the recovery process.

    "This project reflects a new generation of creative works that are simultaneously acts of self-healing and acts of service—sources of profound hope and inspiration to individuals, families, and communities. – William White, Author: Slaying the Dragon: The History of Addiction Treatment and Recovery in America

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    THE LIGHTHOUSE PROJECT is a collection of songs/poems/essays written in collaboration with members of the Creative Recovery Group and John Dillon, a singer-songwriter in long-term recovery. The group collaborated on lyrics, and John created the music and recordings.

    "Listen to these songs. Read the lyrics and the stories of how the songs were created. Feel for yourself the healing power in a song.” – Mary Gauthier, Singer/songwriter, Author: Saved by a Song - The Art and Healing Power of Songwriting

    CREATIVE RECOVERY GROUP is an online gathering of people in recovery from substance use disorder, many of whom have recently graduated from St. Christopher’s Inn, an addiction treatment facility in Garrison, NY. The weekly Zoom meetings are facilitated by Eric Kreuter, Ph.D., CASAC-t, and focus on creative writing to enhance the recovery process.

    "This project reflects a new generation of creative works that are simultaneously acts of self-healing and acts of service—sources of profound hope and inspiration to individuals, families, and communities. – William White, Author: Slaying the Dragon: The History of Addiction Treatment and Recovery in America

    "The Lighthouse Project is a must-have for anyone who has given up the agony of addiction and chosen the blessing of life on life's terms.” – Rev. Dr. Martha Quintana, Albuquerque, NM 

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    THE LIGHTHOUSE PROJECT is a collection of songs/poems/essays written by members of the Creative Recovery Group and John Dillon, a singer-songwriter in long-term recovery. The group collaborated on lyrics, and John created music and produced the recordings.

    "Listen to these songs. Read the lyrics and the stories of how the songs were created. Feel for yourself the healing power in a song.” – Mary Gauthier, Singer/songwriter, Author: Saved by a Song - The Art and Healing Power of Songwriting

    CREATIVE RECOVERY GROUP is an online gathering of people in recovery from substance use disorder, many of whom have recently graduated from St. Christopher’s Inn, an addiction treatment facility in Garrison, NY. The weekly Zoom meetings are facilitated by Eric Kreuter, Ph.D., CASAC-t, and focus on creative writing to enhance the recovery process.

    "This project reflects a new generation of creative works that are simultaneously acts of self-healing and acts of service—sources of profound hope and inspiration to individuals, families, and communities. – William White, Author: Slaying the Dragon: The History of Addiction Treatment and Recovery in America

    "The Lighthouse Project is a must-have for anyone who has given up the agony of addiction and chosen the blessing of life on life's terms.” – Rev. Dr. Martha Quintana, Albuquerque, NM 

    Includes unlimited streaming of The Lighthouse Project via the free Bandcamp app, plus high-quality download in MP3, FLAC and more.
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about

Eric Kreuter brought these five lines to the group:

A new rhythm of life
Everything can be renewed
I just have to trust myself
Yesterday’s problems are gone
A new dawn brings new resolve

These are some of the ideas that were typed into the chat:

A fresh start like morning dew
Rely on those journeying with you
And the stumbles of those who have come before
Racing to find a new pace
Removing layers to find my true self
Revealing who I really am
Ending the mystery of pretense
Lost in the web of self-deceiving
Requiring exhaustive energy
Using acceptance to defeat denial
Embracing the internal struggle
Keeping my head held high
Facing adversity directly
Capturing the gifts of the presence
Living the genuine core
No longer a prison of my own web
Following the new rhythm of life
Destiny reached on the narrow path
Doing the right thing when nobody is watching
Living in dignity so well-deserved
Spiritual medicine as self-discipline

lyrics

NEW RHYTHM OF LIFE ©2023 John Dillon, Eric Kreuter, Roger Casuso, Daymond Walford, Matthew Chrisis, Chad Dunn

You tell me everything can be renewed
A fresh start like a crystal morning dew
Yesterday’s pain will be long gone
New resolve will bring a brighter dawn 


You say I have to trust my inner guide
To help me find what's locked inside
Removing all the layers of personality
Will reveal my true… reality

A new rhythm of life I celebrate and let go of past mistakes
This new rhythm gives me hope, makes me whole
As I tap into the heartbeat of my soul


So I pierce the veils of false pretense
This messed up life is finally making sense
I learn from good friends who’ve opened up the doors
And the stumbles of those who've come before

I face the challenges that come my way
Living in the presence day to day
I’ve finally freed myself from the secrets and lies
Today I choose to keep my head held high

A new rhythm of life I celebrate and let go of past mistakes
This new rhythm gives me hope, makes me whole
As I tap into the heartbeat of my soul


I ride the ups and downs on the carousel of life
Release my cares to the Infinite Divine
When no one is watching, I do the next right thing
On the good days I catch the golden ring

A new rhythm of life I celebrate and let go of past mistakes
This new rhythm gives me hope, makes me whole
As I tap into the heartbeat of my soul… I’m feeling whole

credits

from The Lighthouse Project, released March 1, 2024
John Dillon - Lead vocals, acoustic & electric guitars, bass, drums
Vivian Nesbitt - Backing vocals
Steve Adams - Hammond organ

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John Dillon Melrose, New York

JOHN DILLON is an accomplished singer-songwriter, guitar-maker, author, and producer who began his recovery journey in 1992. John is recognized for his work as producer of the public radio show Art of the Song. His book The 20-20 Creativity Solution gives readers a step-by-step process to enhance their creativity. In 2022, he released his fourth studio album HOPE ROAD - from Addiction to Recovery. ... more

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