I lay on this bed encased by these walls. sober now. I can feel the pain of all my flaws. Peaceful and lost in the illusion I slept thru all my loved ones’ cries. Even her kind eyes couldn’t keep me from wanting to end my life. Caged outside my mind also brings confinement inside.… Continue reading An Addicts Mind
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Better is Better: Stories of Alcohol Harm Reduction
Unlike most recovery groups, abstinence (sobriety) is not a requirement for HAMS. HAMS encourages all positive change, from abstinence to moderation to safer drinking.
Rehab Redemption: Faking It in the Fishbowl
As I shared my experience with the group, I knew that I should be expressing some kind of emotion, but the tears simply refused to come.
Steven Tyler, Jason Isbell & Other Sober Musicians Share Their Stories
A group of famous sober musicians discussed their past addictions and getting sober for a new GQ profile. Famous musicians aren’t known for being a sober bunch, and yet many successful musicians are in recovery. Recently a group of sober musicians spoke with GQ about how they are surviving and thriving in recovery. Joe Walsh,… Continue reading Steven Tyler, Jason Isbell & Other Sober Musicians Share Their Stories
