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I’m Proud of You: Compliment or Condescension? 

March 25, 2024 3 Comments
Proud of You

The vast majority of my close friends and family knew that I suffered from alcoholism, for obvious reasons. So when I sobered up, I heard “I’m proud of you” a lot. And while my family and friends meant it as a respectful acknowledgment of my accomplishment, it always felt patronizing and dirty to hear early […]

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Keeping Sobriety Fresh: How to Avoid a Recovery Rut

February 14, 2024 2 Comments

When we first come into recovery, whether by way of rehab, counseling, or a 12-step group, many of us are inundated with new experiences. Our days may be filled with therapy, support group meetings, and other activities designed to show us a new way to live. But as we learn to integrate these techniques into […]

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Never a Hopeless Case: Laura Turns 2 Today

December 9, 2023 No Comments
Laura's Anniversary

Today, I am two years sober. That’s two full years without a hangover, drunk crying, causing a scene, puking in the shower, picking fights with people, passing out at parties, hiding drinks, doing cocaine, drunk driving, and many other horrifying nightmares. […]

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Written by two friends who met in recovery, The Wagon offers experience, advice, humor, and resources on all things addiction and recovery — whether you’re worried about your drinking or drug use, in an active addiction, sober, California sober, or simply looking for people who can relate. No matter the circumstances, we’ve learned that no one is unique when it comes to addiction — and that’s a good thing. Read The Wagon and find out why.

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