Many, many years ago, the English poet, Alexander Pope, wrote lines that have become classic: “To err is human, to forgive is divine.” What comes to me in this… read more…
Jode Freyholtz-London, founder of Wellness in the Woods, a Recovery Community Organization (RCO), shares her recovery journey and career path. Her story begins in a small town with good… read more…
This past year has been eventful in the addiction and recovery space. Program integrity concerns, a new legislature, and the transition in the federal government brought a significant amount… read more…
Stable housing is one of the most important building blocks for recovery from substance use disorder. That’s especially true for people who are exiting treatment and entering one of… read more…
In this publication, over the past several years, I have not kept secret that I am an avid 12 Stepper and that I have been very grateful to have… read more…
The numbers tell the story. In 2022, nearly 18 U.S. military veterans died by suicide each day, according to statistics from the Department of Veterans Affairs. Some sources say… read more…
Substance use disorder (SUD) is something that isn’t talked about in a lot of communities, especially those of a culture-specific nature. Take, for example, the Hmong people. “Hmong people… read more…
September is National Recovery Month — a time to celebrate the millions of Americans in recovery from substance use disorders and to promote the evidence-based treatments, supports, and communities… read more…
Procrastination is like a credit card: it’s a lot of fun until you get the bill. —Christopher Parker Procrastination is a con. It tempts me into thinking it will… read more…
Before I became a member of a 12 Step group over 30 years ago, when I heard someone say “Sponsor,” I would think of the different companies that sponsor… read more…
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