Books, Memoirs, Films, and Media

Books, Memoirs, Films, and Media

Chasing the News … stone cold sober

Chasing the News ...stone cold sober Webinar hosted by William Cope Moyers“Maintaining sobriety in an era of uncertainty”A conversation discussing the pandemic, resilience and Zoom rooms! August 26, 6pmPDT, 9pmEDT... Read More...

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Jamie Lee Curtis talks about her new podcast and her sobriety

WATCH – Trading Places – August 4, 2020 - Actress Jamie Lee Curtis has succeeded in many genres, from horror movies to TV dramas to children’s books. But now she’s tackling a new medium, producing and starring in “Le... Read More...

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Mural honoring recovery nears installation

You gotta have heART – July 26, 2020 - “‘Now I see in color’ means now I’m able to live my life fully, without being under the influence of a substance,” she said. “There is hope out there, they can find so much more... Read More...

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Jujubee on Addiction

Sweet Sobriety – JULY, 25 2020 - In the future, how do you hope to give a platform to others? First, is just to really listen to people and hear them. With the moment that’s going on right now, I want to be... Read More...

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Recovery Network Programs, Inc. Settles Improper Billing Suit

Business as usual – July 27, 2020 - RNP entered into contracts with the State of Connecticut Department of Social Services (“DSS”) to provide behavioral health and substance use disorder services to Medicaid benefici... Read More...

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Broadway Dancer Lost His Dream Job to Alcoholism + Addiction

Back on the boards ... soon – JULY 27, 2020 - He slowly began to rebuild, surrounded by family members who didn’t care how many Broadway shows he’d done, and he started teaching dance. Last fall, Leff... Read More...

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Ed Sheeran Recalls Battle with Addiction

WATCH – Big star, without the booze – July 28, 2020 - “I’ve had bouts of like everything. I think the lowest I’ve ever been was 2015,” the Grammy winner began. “It was down to bad diet, drinking and then not seeing s... Read More...

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Mother uses book to help others after the loss of her son

Interview with author – July 27, 2020 - A: My new book, “Reclaiming My Life,” is a poignant and triumphant journey through the loss of my child to addiction. The book resonates with families who have lost love... Read More...

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Nation’s drug overdose epidemic needs new policy focus

WATCH – Opinion – July 31, 2020 - Prior Authorization. Despite medical society and patient advocacy, only 21 states and the District of Columbia have enacted laws limiting public and private insurers from imposing pr... Read More...

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Author and business owner recounts his journey to sobriety

LISTEN – Back from the dead – July 31, 2020 - Following his coworker’s advice, Jason sought out the doctor but he knew something was very wrong the first time he walked into his office. “I gave the lady at ... Read More...

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Mia St. John’s Memoir: ‘Surviving Loss’

WATCH – Still in the ring – July 29, 2020 - The memoir will take readers through Mia’s journey of surviving the loss of her beloved son, ex-husband, and 30 years of sobriety. Additionally, Mia will reflect on ... Read More...

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Demi Moore Says Drug Addiction & Marriage Problems Came From Same Place

Reflections – July 29, 2020 - As Moore explains, Schumacher was able to tap into her passion for the work, inspiring her to sobriety in a way that concerns about her own health and safety hadn’t. “Work was the only t... Read More...

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21 Proudly Sober Celebrities

Putting down the drink – July 31, 2020 - People choose to stop drinking for a number of reasons (a decision made a lot easier by all the great alcohol-free drink options now on offer), from their mental health to m... Read More...

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FDA says avoid more than 100 hand sanitizers

WATCH – Another reason not to drink it – August 1, 2020 - The Food and Drug Administration’s list of hand sanitizers to avoid because they may contain methanol continues to grow. As of Saturday, the FDA’s “do-no... Read More...

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Lily Allen Celebrates a Year! ‘So Grateful for My Health and Happiness’

365 one at a time – July 28, 2020 - “1 year completely sober ! So grateful for my health and happiness,” she wrote alongside the snaps, which showed a glowing Allen in a red and black bikini, contrasted to a paparazz... Read More...

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Quote of the Week – Anais Nin

“Life shrinks or expands in proportion to one's courage.” —Anais Nin ... Read More...

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Elton John Celebrates 30 Years Sober

30 years of extra innings – July 30. 2020 - John also shared photos of a cake shaped like the number 30, a 30-year recovery chip and a table filled with cards from friends and family. The latter photo was accompanied... Read More...

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Zachary Quinto celebrates 4 years sober

Four more years! – July 20, 2020 - In 2019, the 42-year-old opened up about his historical past with substance abuse throughout a Q&A, saying (through E! Information): “I wasn’t actually an enormous partier, I di... Read More...

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Loose Women fans praise ‘inspirational’ Terri White as she recounts alcoholism and mental health struggles

WATCH – Bottoming out in NYC – July 23, 2020 - Viewers of the show were in awe of Terri as she spoke openly about how she had abused drink and prescription drugs while working in New York. After watch... Read More...

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Black-Owned Rehab CEO Petitions on Behalf of Black Addicts

Full-court press – July 22, 2020 - With her petition, Young Williams’ goal is to bring attention to the disparities in treatment for people of color fighting addiction and to fund the growing need. She says, “Substan... Read More...

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‘I Got Me Sober, I Made The Choice’

And she has a sponsor – July 24, 2020 - Lala Kent acknowledged that she hadn’t discussed the matter with her followers in some time. The 29-year-old first revealed that she was an alcoholic in March of 2019, a... Read More...

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Recovery Unplugged Addresses Addiction in Minority Communities

Drugs do not discriminate – July 23, 2020 - In continued observance of National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, Recovery Unplugged Treatment Centers is examining and addressing the unique factors that ... Read More...

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Mark Morton: He Accepted Dying From Addiction

He Lives! – July 22, 2020 - Recently on Twitter, Mark Morton shared the details of his previous alcohol and opiate addictions and called out to his followers who were also struggling with addictions of the sort. Appa... Read More...

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Technology And Pornography Addiction: Three Leading Factors

Hands Off! – July 23, 2020 - Since pornography has moved from physical goods like video cassettes and magazines to digital media shared online, people no longer need to visit a store and speak with a salesperson to a... Read More...

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Film: ‘A Life Turned Upside Down: My Dad’s an Alcoholic’

Too much sake – July 24, 2020 - Before the story tackles such complexities, the tone is light and jaunty, with Romany-style accordion music playing as we meet 8-year-old Saki Tadoroko (Tamaki Shiratori). You can prac... Read More...

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Quote of the Week – Martin Buber

“The world is not comprehensible, but it is embraceable: through the embracing of one of its beings.” —Martin Buber ... Read More...

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Influential Women: Franki Buckman, The Molly Project

WATCH – Making the world a better place... – July 13, 2020 - Professional advice: “The automotive industry, motorsports specifically, is still primarily dominated by men, especially when it comes to leadership ... Read More...

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One Step at a Time Is Easier Said Than Done

QUITTER: A Memoir of Drinking, Relapse, and Recovery – July 7, 2020 - There are many ways to recover from alcoholism, a key message of “Quitter: A Memoir of Drinking, Relapse, and Recovery,” and even more ways to wri... Read More...

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A.A. in the “golden era of alcoholism”

Still works if you work it – July 17, 2020 - “It’s like no matter where you go – there you are,” Megan said. “And that is why A.A. has meetings worldwide.” Scott had a suicidal breakdown and was drinking to blacko... Read More...

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Sober journalist launches book about losing his beloved wife to cancer

Love and Loss – July 15, 2020 - Ian explained how both addiction and grief require a person to work through fear and anxiety. He refers to the unanswered questions that he had after his wife died as well as the feeli... Read More...

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