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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Spooky Sober Halloween Fun
You can have tons of fun this Halloween, even if you don’t drink. Halloween is just around the corner, so let’s talk about how to have some festive fun without the alcohol. As adults, many of us still enjoy dressing up and celebrating Halloween … but it can be hard
Bendición, Abuela (Blessings, Grandma)
Grief is so human but can be so frightening. Love and grief are inspiring Ashley to share the lessons she learned from her grandmother’s example. My grandmother was an angel on Earth. She was the kindest person I know. She loved me unconditionally and supported me in any way she
Navigating Cancer in Early Addiction Recovery
As we wear pink for breast cancer awareness in October, Jessica shares her story of navigating breast cancer in early addiction recovery. A few weeks before my two-year sober anniversary, I was told three words that would forever change my life. “You have cancer.” Breast cancer, to be more specific.
6 Quick Facts About Drug and Alcohol Cravings
When a craving for drugs or alcohol strikes, it can be overwhelming! Here’s some basic information about cravings to help you resist them.
Yom Kippur and Principles of Recovery
The important Jewish holiday Yom Kippur focuses on self-reflection, atonement, and empathizing with the pain of others … all of which connect strongly to the principles that guide many people’s recovery journey. The sacred day of Yom Kippur signals a time of personal reflection and reconciliation. Yom Kippur holds great
Do These 7 Things to Support a Loved One on Suboxone Treatment
Buprenorphine/naloxone (known by it’s common brand name, Suboxone) is the gold-standard treatment for opioid addiction. So if your friend, family member, or significant other is now receiving the gold standard of care, you should feel some relief. But medication for addiction recovery comes with a stigma that often results
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.
