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Family Wellness Month

Family Wellness Month

Family wellness is the concern for those we are connected to in our lives. While the concept of “family” is one with a fluid definition, the idea of fusing with others through blood or bond over shared values or ideals is one that is forever attached to our happiness and purpose in the ecosystems of […]

by Sam Dekin

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Mothers in Recovery

Mothers in Recovery

For mothers on the path to sobriety, the road is often not an easy one, especially around times of the year such as holidays. It can be difficult consolidating previous versions of yourself with the new you of today, but it can be a wonderful opportunity to explore new dimensions within yourself, as well as […]

by Sam Dekin

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Anti drug campaigns

The Impact of Celebrity Involvement in Drug Use Prevention

Celebrities have long used their platforms to make the world a better place—advocating for healthy diets, literacy, animal welfare, and much more. One particularly powerful cause many celebrities are putting their star power behind is drug use prevention and addiction treatment. It’s no secret that countless celebrities have battled substance abuse, and now they’re taking […]

by Sam Dekin

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Sexual Assault Awareness Month

Sexual Assault Awareness Month

There are few forms of violence more widespread and devastating than sexual assault. It can take many forms and affect nearly anyone—regardless of age, socioeconomic status, gender, relationship status, or sexual orientation—and the damage and pain caused by sexual violence can haunt survivors for years. The Rape Abuse and Incest National Network (RAINN) estimates that […]

by Sam Dekin

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Syringe exchange

National Day of Action – Syringe Exchanges in Santa Barbara

Substance use can rob you of your family, your friends, and ultimately, your life. Drugs are being prescribed, abused, and misunderstood at alarmingly high rates, and the looming possibility of an overdose shrouds every fix. While we can’t reasonably expect to cure the disease of addiction overnight, we can work together to take bold strides […]

by Sam Dekin

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St. Patrick’s Day for the Sober and Beer less

St. Patrick’s Day For Those in Recovery

Saint Patrick’s Day—the holiday when everyone can pretend to be Irish, everything is colored green, and the beer flows like water. In fact, Saint Pat’s ranks as the third most alcoholic holiday in the U.S. For those who wish to stay sober this Saint Patrick’s Day, it can seem like you’re limited to staying home […]

by Sam Dekin

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Best Audio Books on Recovery

Turn the Page: The Best Audio Books on Recovery and Wellness, California Edition

Life is like a novel that we are constantly writing with every twist and turn of our experiences. Every day is a separate chapter and each year a new volume, and they all add up to a literary journey from naivety to enlightenment. Substance use can play the role of the villain in your personal […]

by Sam Dekin

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Children's Mental Health Week

Children’s Mental Health Week

Adolescence can be one of the most difficult periods in life. Your body, your mind, and your heart are all changing at such a rapid pace that you often don’t know how to cope with the new you. It’s confusing enough to endure your teen years under even those most ideal circumstances… Now consider how […]

by Sam Dekin

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Transgender Awareness Month

November Is Transgender Awareness Month

When most people think of November, they conjure up images of Thanksgiving. Family members and other loved ones gathered around a table sharing their stories, their sustenance, and their lives. But where does the transgender community fit into this idyllic vision of warmth and acceptance? All too often, transgender individuals are ostracized from their families […]

by Sam Dekin

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Jordan's Addiction Testimonial

My Story of Addiction for National Recovery Month

Six months ago I entered Santa Barbara, California for the first time in my life. It rained for two straight weeks. Home sweet home. I hadn’t seen real nature in nearly two years unless you count the Culver City Stairs on a starry night. I remember thinking to myself every morning as I looked into […]

by Sam Dekin

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