Stories

We're so proud of Lacey for sharing her story and for how far she's come in her wellness. Watch our latest video to hear how she overcame a difficult time in her life and what it meant to have a supportive team behind her.

Timberli Stone felt like she was drinking her life away. She drank every night after work and went out every weekend. Her liver function was at 30 percent. The hangovers, the fighting with her husband, the sorrow – everything finally came to a head.

Todd Lindsay went from never considering he had a problem with alcohol to knowing without question he needed help. He wanted to get better, but he wanted to do it without having to tell anyone.

From the very start of her life, Shannon (she/her) was surrounded by addiction and its consequences. She was born in prison, where her mom had been extradited.

Grief is one of the most human experiences I can think of. It took me a few years to come to terms with the grief I have for my father. What I didn’t realize until recently is that I have been grieving for myself and the rest of the LGBTQPIA2S+ community for essentially my whole life.

Carlos Guirola (he/him) grew up in a household with abuse, which he escaped by going out with friends and drinking. It started as something fun to do, but quickly became his only coping skill and a way to forget his trauma.

In the last six months, Jerad has felt a turning point in his journey. He’s not white knuckling anymore. His mindset is more positive. He’s being honest with himself and others.

Terror was a constant while Angela's son was struggling with addiction. “I would tell him if he kept using, he’d end up dead or in prison,” she said. “And as a parent, neither of those outcomes were acceptable. They were terrifying and horrible.”

My name is Kelsey. I’m from Sioux Falls, SD and I’m a mother, a daughter, a sister and friend who happens to be in recovery.

Kelly Fox shares his 20-year alcohol addiction and reminds us that it's OK to make mistakes – you can always try again.

If ever Terry feels tired of going on, he thinks of his daughter. That gives him everything he needs to keep believing in himself and the power of his recovery story.

Willow has an incredible story of resilience that we hope you'll watch and share with others. Her life today is full of positivity, creativity and wellness.