Connect Before You Correct: The Lesson My Mother Paid For
Frederick Shegog is the child of a woman in addiction recovery. Here’s what she taught him about parenting in recovery before she died.
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Navigating the Pressure to Feel Grateful At Thanksgiving
The focus is on gratitude at Thanksgiving, but what do you do when you’re just not feeling it? How do you handle the pressure to be grateful at Thanksgiving? Thanksgiving. Giving thanks. The name of this holiday reminds us that it’s a celebration of gratitude. And to be fair, gratitude
It’s the Great American Smokeout
If you’ve been considering quitting smoking, let this be your sign! Every year, the Great American Smokeout challenges people to stop smoking and raises awareness of available tools to help them quit smoking. The day was created by the American Cancer Society forty-six years ago. The first Great American Smokeout
Protecting Your Sobriety During the Holidays
The holidays can be intimidating when you’re in recovery from substance use disorders, but Workit Health has suggestions and tools to help you get through this season! When I talk to people in early recovery from substance use disorder, I often hear some variation on the phrase, “How am I
What Does Biden’s Marijuana Pardon Really Mean?
President Biden’s pardon of those convicted of marijuana possession was big news, but what does it really mean? On October 6, 2022, President Biden issued a pardon for thousands of people convicted of marijuana possession offenses under federal law. Additionally, in his presidential proclamation, Biden announced that his administration would
The Road to Recovery is Different for Everyone: Can’t We All Just Agree On That?
Whether you’re in the 12-step camp or not, recovery looks and works differently for everyone. So why are we all fighting?
How to Get Naloxone (Narcan)
Naloxone (brand names Narcan and Kloxxado) saves lives in opioid overdose. But how can you get naloxone, so that you’re ready if the need arises? Naloxone is the generic name for a medication we commonly know as Narcan or Kloxxado. Naloxone is a life-saving medication that can help stop opioid
Member Stories
From people who've been there
I Thought 7-OH Was Legal and Safe. It Was Neither.
Tobias struggled with opioids and alcohol by white-knuckling it. But when they became addicted to 7-OH, they needed help. And they got it at Workit
Home’s a Feeling, Not a Place: Randy’s Story of Recovery
Born behind bars and using drugs by 15, Randy found a way to turn his life around. Now he’s in recovery with the support of
I Lost My Sister, Then Nearly Lost Myself
Shawn got his first pill to ease the pain of an injury—and then went through years of addiction and relapse. He doesn’t have to live
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.
