The Shatterproof Blog

My mother had me at age 20, unexpectedly and not ready to take care of child. She was still in her party phase which actually, never really went away.

Kelli and her daughter Amelia openly share their experience as family members affected by substance use disorder, a story that resonates with far too many of us.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Self-care makes me a better version of myself.

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

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

Once I realized mental health impacts all areas of life, I began to understand how I could use that power to build myself into a Mental Health Warrior. 

Shatterproof employee Grant Boyken shares his journey through alcohol addiction and how he found recovery.