“It’s A Struggle.” Dennis Quaid Inspires Others With His Sobriety Journey.
From an outsider's perspective, famous folks like Dennis Quaid can seem like they have their lives together. In reality, however, we can never know what...
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Addicted Since 12: How This Man Turned His Life Around Thanks To His Mom.
Kelsey Bjork |
Jun 12, 2023
Francis How's life began to spiral out of control when he was only 12 years old. His family life was never great, only adding to...
Read more“Miracle Man” Was Trapped In His Own Body For Months. Now He Has A New Lease On Life!
Beverly L. Jenkins |
May 27, 2023
The very idea of being trapped inside your body, unable to move or respond to anything around you, is horrifying to most people. That was...
Read more“She Gets It.” Daughter’s Question About Dad’s Sobriety Milestone Moves Mom To Tears.
Marcela Camargo |
Oct 29, 2022
For most people, time just seems to fly by. But for a recovering addict, every day of sobriety is a challenge – a challenge that...
Read more“Something Amazing Happened Today.” Woman Prays With Officer Who Arrested Her Years Ago. “God’s Grace Is So Powerful.”
Kelsey Bjork |
Jul 27, 2022
When Misti Doyle hit rock bottom, the helping hand she needed came from someone she never would have expected: A police officer. For years, her...
Read moreThese Addicts Will Never Have Choose Between Treatment And Their Pets Again.
Beverly L. Jenkins |
Jun 18, 2022
Pets can give people who are struggling with mental health, addiction, or other crises the motivation they need to carry on. On the flip side,...
Read more10 Celebrities Who Rose To Fame In Spite Of Difficult Childhoods
Kelsey Bjork |
Mar 23, 2022
When we hear about the accomplishments of popular celebrities, it’s easy to forget that there was a time before they were successful. What’s even more...
Read moreMeet Patti, The Heroic Soul Who Made A Safe Place For Women Recovering From Addiction.
Kelsey Bjork |
Feb 27, 2022
You wouldn’t guess by looking at her today, but 26 years ago Patti O’Malley lived in New York City as a Stock Broker. That’s because,...
Read more‘My dad is the town crackhead. He cried when he met my son. Every year for my birthday, he gets me a present.’: Daughter to addict urges ‘he was someone before drugs’
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Jan 8, 2022
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Read more‘I locked eyes with a stranger. ‘Are you okay?’ I was visibly a junkie, barely able to swallow my embarrassment.’: Woman reminisces on stranger’s ‘beautiful act of kindness’
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Jan 3, 2022
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Read more“My Story Isn’t An Accident.” Former Addict Inspires 1000s With Her Road To Recovery.
Kelsey Bjork |
Jan 2, 2022
When Ginny Burton reached the lowest point in her life, she didn't think recovery was possible. Nine years later, she's using her journey to help...
Read moreFormer Homeless Addict Opens Bakery And Now She’s Giving Jobs To People In Need.
Beverly L. Jenkins |
Dec 11, 2021
Of the 14 employees at Janie's Life-Changing Baked Goods, only one has been to culinary school – and it isn't Janie. Janie Deegan opened her...
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Meet Marco, 1 Of The Countless Kids Who Got A 2nd Chance Through This Nonprofit.
Kelsey Bjork |
Dec 1, 2021
Like many children across the world, Marco's life drastically changed when the pandemic began. But the changes in his life were ones he was told...
Read more‘They both knew deep down they never stopped loving each other.’: Parents remarry in surprise wedding after 18 years divorced, dad sober 7 years
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Aug 26, 2021
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Read more‘What’s my PURPOSE?’ I audibly heard, ‘Quit drinking.’ This was NOT the answer I wanted.’: Woman shares journey to sobriety alongside close friend
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Aug 24, 2021
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Read more‘Why did I go through this?’ I realized the hardest work starts after the addiction, not during.’: Wife of a former addict writes her way to healing and forgiveness
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Aug 12, 2021
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Read more‘A letter fell out. ‘Let’s never give up and keep pluggin.’: Anniversary note reminds wife of former addict to ‘cherish and celebrate’ their love story
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Aug 8, 2021
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Read moreDogs Matter Is Bridging The Gap So Addicts Can Care For Their Pets While Getting Help.
Beverly L. Jenkins |
Aug 3, 2021
When you're a dog lover, you become accustomed to putting their needs before your own. Yet there are times in life when we have to...
Read more16-Yr-Old’s Profound Essay About Her Dad’s Addiction Is Giving Millions Hope.
Kelsey Martin |
Apr 4, 2021
While most teenagers are consumed with schoolwork, extracurricular activities, and eventually earning their driver's license, Preslee Scott was carrying the weight of the world. Casey...
Read more4 Ways To Kick That Bad Cellphone Habit
Kelsey Martin |
Mar 31, 2021
Raise your hand if you've ever felt personally attacked when your phone gives you this critical feedback: "Your screen time is up 75 percent this...
Read more21-Yr-Old Brings “American Idol” To Tears With Emotional Song She Wrote About Her Dad.
Beverly L. Jenkins |
Mar 22, 2021
Ash Ruder of Turlock, California, grew up listening to her dad, Bryan Ruder, making up songs on the family's piano. She learned to love music...
Read moreMan Who Spent Over 30 Yrs In Prison Just Graduated College With Honors!
Kelsey Martin |
Feb 28, 2021
"There's a misconception about guys like me that I want to break. If I can do it, anyone can." Those are the words of Joseph...
Read moreA Priceless Moment Caught On Camera Changed This Family’s Life Forever.
Kelsey Martin |
Feb 23, 2021
Last month, Rashawn Copeland, the author of "Start Where You Are," had an encounter that he won't soon forget. While he was filming a TikTok...
Read moreMan Documents His 4-Year Sobriety Journey And His Transformation Is Inspiring 1000s.
Ashley Ziegler |
Nov 14, 2020
In college, Kenny Dunn started drinking with his friends as many university students do. Only instead of drinking more responsibly over time, he developed a...
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