An Addict’s Story: Real Recovery, Real Courage She remembers the first lie she told herself — that tomorrow would be different. Years of chasing numbness carved a life of missed birthdays, broken promises, and quiet apologies. One cold morning, after a blackout of shame, she walked into a tiny treatment room with trembling hands and a single question: Can I be forgiven? Recovery didn’t arrive like a headline. It came from small, stubborn choices — saying no at a party, answering the phone at two a.m., showing up for her daughter when every part of her wanted to sleep. Courage was not a dramatic rescue but the quiet work of rebuilding trust, sitting with grief, and letting others hold her when she could not hold herself. Today she mentors other women, speaks honestly about relapse and redemption, and finds joy in ordinary mornings. Real recovery is patient, gritty, and deeply human—the brave act of beginning again.

The human body is a most complex organism, with more parts & system operations than any computer--past, present, or future. So, what EXACTLY is the body capable of? In this article, fourteen of the wildest facts are presented; facts that will definitely raise a few eyebrows.

This is a collection of notes on the kind of pain that has a name heartbreak. Here you will find the shattered pieces, the echoes of a goodbye

Welcome to my life as a growing Christian!! I’m here to spread the good news and let everyone know just how good God is!

Learning to love yourself, instead of the numbers you've been told to live your life by - is a huge step in the right direction.

I want her to find her tribe—where she feels accepted, seen, and loved for who she is. I’m fearful she’ll be adrift, alone… other, like I was.

A guide fitting for any loved one, parent or friend concerning the well-being of a friend experiencing common to mental distress, both in a culpable matters as well as civil .. Responsibility is not subjective while methods vary them unto one or the other category.

This poem was written during my Junior year of high school.It is my first ever poem and one of my friends favorites to this day due to its raw emotion and passion.

WebMD. Mayo Clinic. Cleveland Clinic. ChatGPT. Search 'hypertension' & you'll most undoubtedly run into the same old song & dance when it comes to knowing the really important information. There are, however, many different facts & myths one should know.

I had an abortion at 19 and it was the most horrific experience of my life. 7 years later and I continue to heal.

I've learned; Depression doesn't always mean that you want to die; more often it means that you've given up.

Welcome to my health journey where I will update stifles as well as progress in hopes to motivate and mothers in their journey. I will also post topics that one fave when struggling with weight issues

Masculinity, for far too long, was tangled up in the performance of toughness. Many men were raised to push harder, shout louder, suppress deeper. Vulnerability was discouraged. Pausing was punished. Reflection was seen as weakness. In a world where reactivity is rewarded, and outrage is currency, the man who pauses—who considers, who restrains—becomes a rare and powerful force.

What is Huntington's disease and why is it important to know about it? Huntington's disease is an inherited neurological disorder that causes the gradual breakdown of brain cells in specific areas of the brain. It is important to know about it because early awareness can help with genetic testing, family planning, and access to supportive care. Even if someone doesn’t have the gene, awareness helps build a society that’s informed, empathetic, and proactive about neurological diseases.

Written at a lowest point, when alcoholism is witnessed with no one in the room, reflection as your only friend

Who am I and what am I about? I’m a middle aged lady who lives with chronic pain, fatigue, and illness. I’m here to share my stories with you, and hopefully connect with others in similar circumstances.

If I had a pound for every time I heard that subtitle between the ages of five & fifty, I have no idea how much I’d have, but I’d certainly be less worried about my finances.

Hypertension. It's one of life's biggest health issues, affecting more than half the American population in 2025. Things like stress, inflation, & the overall speed of society isn't really helping. This note contains 5 foods that are seem bad for blood pressure but are actually extremely beneficial.

Feeling exhausted, unmotivated, and emotionally numb? It might be burnout—or it could be depression. These two conditions often look alike on the surface, but mistaking one for the other can delay the help you truly need. Burnout comes from overwhelming stress. Depression digs deeper and lingers, even when life slows down. Learn the real differences, break through harmful myths, and find out which path to healing is right for you. If you're tired of pretending you're okay, this might be the most important article you read today.

What if your "strong, independent" personality isn’t really who you are, but who you had to become to survive? Many trauma responses are praised as personality traits, yet they often hide deep emotional wounds. Learn how people-pleasing, perfectionism, and emotional detachment may actually be signs of unhealed trauma and why recognizing the difference is the first step toward real healing.