Holly on a paddleboard
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Holly Jespersen

Joe and a volunteer holding a thank you sign
By
Joe Banez

Mental Health Awareness Month reminds us that awareness is important—but awareness alone is not enough. Progress requires action grounded in what works. 

Lydia Taylor
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Lydia Taylor

There is no single timeline for recovery. There is no correct way to grieve. There is only the next step, and then the one after that. Some days that step is reaching out. Some days

Adrienne Webster
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Adrienne Webster

Reposted from Adrienne's Heavy Petal Substack

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A supportive, judgment-free resource roundup for Dry January.

Cathy Gill

After losing her daughter Courtney, Cathy found purpose in honoring her memory and helping others by working with Shatterproof to bring awareness to SUD stigma.

Image of Mike Dugan with text Impact Story Mike Dugan
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Editorial Team

A NYC Shatterproof Junior Council member, Mike is a dedicated advocate and fundraiser.

Hispanic woman in a jean jacket looking directly at the viewer
By
María Ramos

I had my first sip of beer at the age of 6. It was just a sip – like training wheels. 

A childhood photo of the author and her brother holding hands on a leafy walk
By
Sophie Gabrion

What does it mean to honor someone you’ve lost to an overdose? How do you remember someone who died from a disease most of the world would rather forget?

The author's holiday card, featuring photos of friends, family, and travel on a red background
By
Holly Jespersen

Here are my top tips for getting festive without jeopardizing your health.

Lee V
By
Lee Varon

When we love someone with a SUD, it can preoccupy every moment — Where are they? Are they ok?

Dave Becker and Friends
By
Dave Becker

Building community in Boston – one weekend at a time!

Girl-sitting-looking-at-the-camera
By
Gely de la Cruz

I'm the daughter of someone with an addictive personality. When I was a child, my father's favorite pastimes were drinking and gambling. When he drank, he became cruel. I watched helplessly as he abused my

Father and son
By
Patrick Gabrion

Another Father’s Day is fast approaching. For me, it is not so much an occasion for celebrating, but more a time for reflection.

Pride flag with diverse friend group
By
Maritza Hiciano

To celebrate Pride Month, we're celebrating these 3 stories of strength and recovery. 

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