Acknowledge, accept, and honor that you deserve your own deepest compassion and love. ~ Nanette Matthews That hit home for me since I’m willing to do that for everyone else, but when it comes to me… not so much. But I think I deserve as much respect as the next person, right? I believe in the whole “Do unto others what you’d have them do unto you.” (Though not in a religious context.) So why can’t I do this for myself? I want respect, why can’t I start at home? I’m growing, and that’s all I can do. Are you growing?

“Hi everyone ❤️ I’ve been quieter here than I wanted to be, and I’ve missed connecting with you. Keep Going means so much to me, and I want to start showing up here more consistently—one small step at a time. You don’t have to have everything figured out to belong here. My hope is that this can be a place where we encourage each other, celebrate small wins, and find a little strength on the hard days. I’d love to hear from you: How are you doing, and what’s one thing you’re working through or working toward right now? I’m glad you’re here. Keep going. ❤️”

I’m so happy to be sober still and I’m not living in Rochester no more me and my husband finally moved to Buffalo

Hey everyone, happy to be joining the group. I've been in recovery for seventeen years and I currently work as a drug and alcohol counselor. I've spent the last six years providing in-home addiction treatment and I'm really glad to be here and connect with all of you.

We don’t talk enough about how struggle can bring people together. Sometimes, the things we are most ashamed of end up being the things that help us connect, no masks, no pretending, just real-life connection. Has your own struggle ever made you more compassionate or helped you connect with someone in a way you didn’t expect? Do you think pain can actually be a bridge, not just a burden? Share your story & thoughts below. You never know who might need to hear it today.