How a Teacher Saved Her Student from Addiction
By Carolee Fry11 min read
At the back of her classroom, she saw the struggles that her pupil was facing. But what could she do?
Recovery
Everyone suffers, whether it’s from illness, emotional distress, or addiction. Recovery is the place of healing where you can come back to a state of wholeness.
An Angel Helped Her Through Alcoholism
By Karen B.6 min read
Her alcohol addiction was out of control until she found hope from a special angel on the mantelpiece.
One Man’s Journey to Sobriety
Gerry Sowards’ substance-abuse issues had brought him to the end of his rope, so far down he that he was planning his suicide. But with newfound faith, a stint in rehab and the help of friends, he’s been sober for three years, and he assures us that anyone in his position can do the same.
A Slice of Cheesecake Gave Her Hope
By Jane O'Hannan4 min read
A cheesecake wrapper resembling an angel gave her the strength she needed for her daughter’s addiction.
Her Path to Sobriety Started with One Look
By Nadja Kreeger4 min read
She saw herself in the eyes of a little girl.
A Chance Encounter Kept Him Sober
By Wesley Fisk9 min read
For 30 years he had tried to drink away his memories of Vietnam. But there was only one thing he didn’t want to forget.
Former NBA All-Star Vin Baker’s Journey to Sobriety
By Vin Baker8 min read
How a job at Starbucks became a stepping stone for former NBA All-Star Vin Baker toward his recovery from alcohol addiction.
Bible Study Fellowship: The Cure for Her Addiction
By Denise Allen9 min read
Thanks to a Bible study and a little green journal she was able to confide to God about her addiction.
A New York Christmas with Family
By Edward Grinnan6 min read
Guideposts Editor-in-Chief Edward Grinnan found strength in his family during the holidays.
A Reason for Hope: Stories of Recovery
By Jim Hinch8 min read
Senior Editor Jim Hinch looks back at our year-long series on addiction and shares what he learned from overseeing it.
The Power of Truth Saved Her Son from Drugs
By Ellen Driscoll8 min read
She couldn’t bring herself to confront her son about his drug use and it nearly cost him his life.
Her Loving Grandpa Saved Her From Addiction
By Kristine E. Bixel6 min read
How her grandfather guided her to change her life for the better.
