Recovery
The worst thing about addiction is watching yourself become a forgotten person.
Remember, relapse doesn’t mean failure. It means the fight isn’t over. The bravest thing a person can do is refuse to give up.
Getting sober again meant waking up in a life with grief already in it. Grief that nearly killed me the first time. I was terrified to try.
Better late than pregnant. I mean, than not going to a meeting.
Recovery resources
Find treatment
Search for substance use and mental health treatment in the United States.
FindTreatment.govTalk through your next step
SAMHSA’s National Helpline offers free, confidential treatment referrals and information, 24 hours a day.
Call 1-800-662-HELP (4357)SAMHSA support options
Find a meeting
Connect with local Alcoholics Anonymous resources and meeting information.
Find A.A. near youSupport when you need it now
In the United States, call or text 988 for free, confidential crisis support, 24/7.
Call 988 · Text 988 · Chat onlineIf someone is in immediate danger or experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 in the U.S. Outside the U.S., use your local emergency or crisis service.

