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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Confessions of an Alcoholic Mom, Part I: Motherhood and Alcoholism
I couldn’t quit drinking. I had finally found myself outsmarted by the alcohol. Even with my great husband and kids and life, and without ever getting arrested or blacking out and ending up in Vegas, or any of that stuff that belongs on an Intervention episode, I had, very quietly,
How to Make a Mocktail: The Cheat Sheet
It’s National Mocktail Week, so let’s celebrate delicious, non-alcoholic beverages! Booze can seem ever-present at pivotal life moments. When you limit your drinking or quit entirely, it can suddenly feel like you’re cut off from an important part of a lot of experiences, from toasts at weddings to beers at
Opioid Addiction at Work: ‘My Resume Doesn’t Show My Addiction’
High-achievers are able to still perform at work and thus, their substance abuse can go unnoticed for quite a bit of time. This was my story, until it wasn’t.
Dry January Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them
So you’re doing Dry January this year … or at least considering it. Congratulations! No matter how the month turns out, cutting back on your drinking for a little while can help you learn a lot about your relationship with alcohol. But if you really want to make your Dry
Why We Should Pick Intentions for the New Year
““In the universe, there is an immeasurable, indescribable force which shamans call intent, and absolutely everything that exists in the entire cosmos is attached to intent by a connecting link.”— Carlos Castaneda As January 1st rolls around each year, I can’t help but feel a sense of possibility about the
Plan Your Sober New Year’s
New Year’s Eve is a big party holiday for a huge chunk of the population. So it’s no wonder that many people in early recovery worry about New Year’s. They worry about how they’re going to make it through without picking up, and they worry that they won’t have any
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