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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Searching for Spirituality
When drinking and using drugs, I only thought I was connecting with the Universe and its people, when, in reality, it was keeping me cut off from making any actual connection with anyone. From my first drink, being intoxicated was a spiritual experience I had my first sip of alcohol
One Gamer’s Worries About the Impact of Technology
As a person who relies on technology and enjoys video games, I’m also concerned about the impact they are having on our relationships and mental health. When people think of addiction, what comes to mind? For most, their mind wanders to drugs. While the opiate epidemic has swept the nation
Real Signs I Had a Drinking Problem
When our drinking is out of control, we can blind ourselves to the indications that we need help. Looking back, I can identify real signs that I had a drinking problem long before I admitted it. Have you ever wondered if you had a problem with alcohol but then shooed
One Simple Trick for Managing My Cell Phone Addiction
Can’t put your phone down all day? Try 30 minutes without it in the morning to reset your phone addiction. The pandemic exacerbated my phone addiction to the point that I began watching thrillers and then horror movies for the first time in my life … because they were the
How Meth Affects Your Overall Health
Methamphetamine use affects physical health in a lot of different ways. Here’s a look at how using meth affects overall health. We talk a lot about the dangers of addiction: The social consequences, like losing friends and hurting loved ones. The financial consequences, as the cost of drugs goes up
5 Ways To Reduce Harm While Using Meth
As the use of meth accelerates, so do the dangers associated with it. There are harm reduction strategies that can make using methamphetamine less risky. Methamphetamine-related deaths have soared in recent years by a staggering 46 percent. Unsurprisingly, so have rates of methamphetamine addiction which have risen by over 100
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