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By
Kristin Gourlay

I remember the first AA meeting my dad took me to. 

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By
Stephanie Hazard

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

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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. 

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By
María Ramos

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

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By
Kelsey Ferrara

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

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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. 

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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. 

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By
Holly Jespersen

Self-care makes me a better version of myself.

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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 was drinking, he was the nastiest person ever and I watched

In Lieu Of Flowers
By
Maritza Hiciano

After talking to grieving families, we've made it easier for loved ones to give a donation in lieu of flowers. 

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By
Bruce Schutter

Emotions are incredibly powerful, and they have a profound impact on lives.

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By
Maritza Hiciano

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

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