Stephanie Hazard on boat
By
Stephanie Hazard

Learning how to love myself has been my greatest struggle and my greatest gift. 

Man covering his face in his hands
By
Kelsey Ferrara

Nitazenes are illicit opioids that have been growing in popularity across the US. 

Beautiful couple playing outside
By
Natasha Magino

Recovery is not the end; it's a beginning filled with possibilities for fulfillment. 

A non-alcoholic drink sitting on a table next to a lemon
By
Shelby John

After a few sips, a switch flipped in my brain. I started to fantasize about this drink, about the feeling of a good buzz. 

A postcard saying "Dry January" propped up next to a wooden calendar
By
Amy Bridges

While Dry January does have the power to do some good, it also simplifies a complex, nuanced issue.

Two muppets talking in a park
By
Kelsey Ferrara

The holidays can bring up painful emotions, especially for those of us who have lost a loved one. 

Nurse crossing his arms
By
Shatterproof Editorial team

Knowing how to prep for surgery can help with the recovery process that follows. 

Brain smiling in front of a lake, someone off-screen is holding up a fish in front of him.
By
Gary Mendell

Our founder and CEO, Gary Mendell, shares the story of how Shatterproof began ten years ago. 

An image of Cade Reddington crossing his arms and smiling at the camera.
By
Shatterproof Editorial Team

The addiction crisis is growing and it's taking lives like Cade's. 

An image of Vanessa and her brother, James
By
Shatterproof Editorial Team

Fentanyl: it's what starts my story, but it's also what stopped my brother's life. 

Susan Carter headshot
By
Shatterproof Editorial Team

On November 5th, Susan celebrated 30 years of sobriety. And what she’s accomplished is remarkable.

Shelby John standing infront of a podium that says "Shatterproof"
By
Shatterproof Editorial Team

I'm Shelby John - a mother, a wife, an athlete, a therapist, and a person in recovery. 

Boy playing soccer
By
Shatterproof Editorial Team

3 out of 10 teens who receive an opioid prescription before their high school graduation are more likely to misuse opioids in the future. 

Man and woman hugging and coping with grief
By
Kelsey Ferrara

If you are grieving while in recovery - you are in the middle of one of life's most difficult experiences. 

Two people on a date at the beach
By
Kelsey Ferrara

Dating is thrilling and exciting – but it can get complicated when you’re trying to maintain your sobriety.

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