For many white people, recovery is a redemption story, proof that they were good people all along. For people of color, a known history of drug use might be the only excuse a prospective employer needs to shut the door.
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Personal Trainer Inspires Fellowship In The Gym
Gary Rutherford offers personal training for others who are in recovery, helping them find fellowship in the gym.
Woman Gives Back To Recovery Community With Chicken Lunches
The lunches are served at the “recovery cafe,” which houses a memorial book with the names of those lost to addiction, including the woman’s husband.
Dank Recovery Memes And The Healing Power Of Humor
The memes inject humor into even the darkest subject matter—overdosing, rehab, heroin withdrawals, domestic abuse and more.
People With Meth Addiction Are Finding Help Online
“We stay connected online, and we don’t judge anybody on what path they’re on,” says the founder of a Facebook support group for meth addiction.
Sober Krew Turns Sobriety Support On Its Head
“The man above has blessed me with this talent to skate on my hands, so I use it to share my story in the skate parks,” said the founder of the Sober Krew.
Man Founds Non-Profit Yoga Recovery Group
“I knew that financially a lot of people in recovery couldn’t afford yoga, and I felt that was unacceptable. So I started the foundation…” There are many roads to recovery, and for Taylor Hunt, yoga has been a profound piece of his path. Yoga was so instrumental for Hunt that he founded the Trini Foundation,… Continue reading Man Founds Non-Profit Yoga Recovery Group
Grieving Mothers Band Together To Support People In Recovery
“If we can save just one person, it’s worth it,” said one of the mothers in the Moms of Cherished Angels group. A group of grieving mothers are turning their losses into something positive. The Moms of Cherished Angels—a group of women who lost a child or family member to drugs—donate toothpaste, shampoo, other toiletries,… Continue reading Grieving Mothers Band Together To Support People In Recovery