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English actor and comedian Russell Brand is celebrating the 20th anniversary of his sobriety, crediting those who have supported him for his success. “I’m 20 years clean and sober today,” Brand said in an Instagram post published Tuesday. “It’s December the 13th. So, firstly, I wanted to express my gratitude for all the people who…

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Being in recovery from a substance use disorder (SUD) entails many challenges. We may have mistakes to correct, relationships to repair, or come face-to-face with the widespread stigma surrounding SUD that sadly still exists. In addition, fun celebrations, so common during the holidays, can actually require special care and planning. This year, we also have…

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A new law in the United States that prohibits the sale of tobacco products to anyone under the age of 21 is now in effect. President Donald Trump signed the new minimum age into law as part of a sweeping spending bill. The federal agency also released its updated rules around the sale of tobacco…

What is faith and why is it important in my journey of recovery? Saving faith can be defined as complete trust and confidence in the person of Jesus Christ and His finished work on the cross. It is the only way that we can be made right with God once again. It is through faith…

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