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Julie in Addiction
February 2, 2020

Hateful Comments on Social Media Point to An Alarming Trend

I have even seen several comments stating that overdose victims should not be given Narcan anymore in order to “solve the problem.” Has our society really become so cold that so many people would rather stand by and let someone die than give them another chance at life? Since when has this sort of behavior become socially acceptable? Why are people so quick to spew hate on social media?

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Julie in Sobriety
September 13, 2019

Being a Sober Mom in “Wine Mom Culture”

Let’s face it—sobriety isn’t always easy. Although it is extremely rewarding, if we are being completely honest, sometimes it can be hard. On the same note, being a parent isn’t always easy either, and although it is also extremely rewarding, sometimes being a mom can be really hard too.

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Julie in Addiction
December 26, 2018

Let’s Drop the Idea There is Such a Thing as an “Average Addict”

I think I have lost count of how many times I have heard someone say, “I never would have guessed you had a drinking problem, you seem so nice and normal!” I’ve been sober for a little over six and a half years now so I’ve gotten used to turning down drinks.

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