A DIY Spiritual Experience
Jeannine was newly sober, back in treatment, and out of her depth. A California burrito opened her to gratitude and a spiritual experience.
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Is Addiction A Disease?
Don’t people choose to drink or do drugs? How can addiction be a disease?Addiction is much more than a few bad choices. It disrupts the areas of the brain that are involved in reward, motivation, learning, judgement, and memory. Not only can it damage brain and body functions, but it
Navigating Halloween Triggers
Halloween can be a spooky night of frights, a celebration of family bonding (with costumes), or an excuse to buy sweet treats. It can also be uncomfortable as we face unexpected triggers. If this is one of your first years experiencing Halloween in recovery, it’s important to recognize the triggers
Ask Robin: Feeling Judged
Dear Feeling Judged, This is a tricky topic. I know my sober friends love me, but damn, they could get NASTY when I told them I was going on medication for my substance use disorder. This was back in the early 2000s when AA sponsors were still firing sponsees for
What Happens When You Get Sober, But Your Partner Doesn’t?
If you’ve quit, can you stay with a partner who isn’t ready to get sober?It takes two to tango, but you can’t make your partner recover with you.
Policy Changes in Michigan for Addiction Treatment
In 2023, regulation changes in Michigan are making medication-assisted treatment for opioid use disorder more accessible. The laws around treating opioid use disorder and prescribing medication-assisted treatment (MAT) can be confusing. This is especially true because those laws vary from state to state. This summer, Michigan’s Bureau of Licensing and
3 Gifts Of Sober Parenting
The good news is that finding recovery and working hard are worth it. It’s more than making up for lost time; parenting in recovery realigns the parental instincts a person naturally should embody. For me, recovery made me the parent I was meant to be. The benefits far outweigh the
Member Stories
From people who've been there
Ashley’s Story
Ashley felt trapped and alone in the cycle of addiction, until her son gave her the impetus to find help. Now she’s supported and connected
Eric’s Story
Eric knew Suboxone treatment worked for him, but he faced obstacle after obstacle in getting it. Until he found Workit Health.
Tracey’s Story
Tracey was tired of trying to get sober, and she was tired of feeling judged. With Workit Health, she found the support she needed.
A Member’s Kratom Story
A member says, “I was in long-term recovery from heroin and opiates for about 13 years. Then I found kratom and 7-OH. I had no
Boston Paul’s Story
Don’t let the lies cravings tell you derail your recovery. Instead, play the whole tape through, being honest with yourself.
Lynne’s Story
A lifelong resident of a rural town, Lynne struggled to find local addiction help. With Workit Health, she gets the care she needs in her