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At Powell Recovery Center, we understand your journey because many of our team members have walked it themselves. Many of us know firsthand the challenges you face and are here to support you every step of the way. It’s powerful to see someone who’s been where you are now doing well. Your recovery is possible. Message us to see how we can help you today! #RecoveryIsPossible #OKToBeSober #recoveryjourney #baltimore #AddictionRecovery

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Every September we celebrate National Recovery Month. It’s a time to reflect on who we are and take stock of why we’re dedicated to treating people with substance use disorders. Yes, it’s difficult and heavy work. But watching recovery in action everyday is enormously rewarding. That’s our privilege. Here’s what we get to see: The rebuilding of relationships between parents and their children; regaining custody, time, and trust; the resolve of pregnant people making tremendously difficult, selfless choices to reshape their lives; of peer recovery specialists dedicated to making recovery easier for others than it was for them. The resilience of people who are grieving lost loved ones, coping with past trauma, grief, and abuse, and navigating tremendous threats to their safety – from housing and food instability to intimate partner violence to mental health conditions. The responses – thousands – we receive every month from patients detailing the hardships they face to recover and shape the life they envision, but again and again, seeing them do it. When people have dignity, resources, and support, they recover: and we get to walk alongside them. Recovery has enormous ripple effects. The reverberations of one person’s recovery expands well beyond the individual. Recovery can heal families and communities. Recovery can break generational cycles and fix broken systems. More than 20 million Americans do it everyday. They are living a life in recovery as they define it for themselves. For National Recovery Month, we are reflecting on the progress we’ve made and the work that needs to be done. 💜 #RecoveryMonth #NationalRecoveryMonth

Breaking the Stigma of Recovery! As professionals, we strive for growth and excellence in our careers, but sometimes we face personal challenges that can impact our lives and work. I want to share a message of hope and support for those who have overcome substance use disorders and are working towards recovery. Recovery is a journey, not a destination. It takes courage, resilience, and determination to overcome addiction and rebuild one's life. Despite the progress made, a lot of people face a new challenge which is, the lack of trust and understanding from others. Let's break the stigma surrounding recovery and support those who are working hard to rebuild their lives and careers. Let's recognize the strength and resilience it takes to overcome addiction and the value they bring to our families, communities, and workplaces. Together, we can create a supportive and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. Let's celebrate recovery and support those who are on this journey.

Margo’s Journey .... Thanks Margo Walsh for sharing your personal recovery story and how you found a lifeline in unexpected places! >> From her early struggles with sugar addiction to her life-changing experiences in church basements, Margo's story is one of resilience and redemption. Early Challenges: "As a child addicted to sugar, I'd steal money to satiate my cravings. This early battle was just the beginning." Cultural Influence: "Growing up in a big Irish family, alcohol was a staple at social events, yet we never discussed its darker side." Turning Point: "The night of December 13th, 1997, marked my lowest point—abandoned just before Christmas, I finally sought the help I desperately needed." Recovery and Hope: "With each step in rehab and every new friendship, I rebuilt my life. Now, I prioritize my well-being and embrace my inner strength." Margo’s Advice: "To those struggling—don’t suffer in silence. Speaking up is the first step towards recovery."

https://lnkd.in/gQuZFw8n To Help Families Begin Healing In his book, When We Must Say Farewell, Karl Jennings writes, "In the end, your death doesn't belong to you, it belongs to anyone who has ever cared for, loved or shared life with you." Therefore, at Borek Jennings, our focus is to help the living successfully navigate the Acute Loss Period, the crucial time between the event of death and the onset of grief. At Borek Jennings, your most important decision isn't whether to choose burial or cremation. Your most important decision will be to fully understand how your choices impact the emotional, relational and spiritual well-being of those who cared for, loved and shared life with your loved one. We are pioneers, educators and experts in the field of Acute Loss Management. This groundbreaking field in Thanatology is viewed both nationally and internationally as the palliative care model replacing the traditional funeral experience. https://lnkd.in/gQuZFw8n

Don Allen used to take credit for his achievements but not his failures. Today, thanks to SMART, he has the tools to manage his thoughts and beliefs about himself and others. As a participant at Above and Beyond Family Recovery Center in Chicago, IL, Don has learned that every day he has a choice and another chance to try again. And for that, he is grateful. 🙏 Watch his inspiring journey here: https://lnkd.in/gtSJCM6g #SMARTRecovery #RecoveryJourney #Inspiration #NeverGiveUp #recovery #addiction #addictionrecovery

My closing words from yesterday. "Envisioning the future of lived experience involvement in suicide prevention paints a hopeful picture brimming with empowerment, inclusivity, and transformative change. Future lived experience involvement in suicide prevention should be a symphony of diverse voices, resonating with empathy, empowerment, and a shared commitment to saving lives. By actively fostering this inclusive and collaborative future, we can create a world where hope triumphs over despair, and suicide prevention becomes a collective victory, fuelled by the lived experiences of those who have been there and back. This vision is an ongoing journey, a continuous striving towards a more just and compassionate world. As we navigate this path, let us always be guided by the unwavering commitment to ensuring that every life matters, every story deserves to be heard, and everybody! has the right to hope for a brighter future."

🌈Uncover the Incredible Journey of Transformation! From despair to joy, this article shares a powerful story of breaking the chains of trauma and building a life of purpose. Read here the story of Lynn Harris: https://cutt.ly/4wVa3ve6!

This article further expands on the situation in the Yukon, and how training recovery coaches in the region will help greatly reduce reoccurrence post treatment. This is where folks really need that one steady person that can help them transition solidly into a life of recovery.