Every September, National Recovery Month reminds us that recovery is possible through celebration, resources, and recognition. According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), this powerful month promotes evidence-based treatment, recovery support, and dedication ...

When I transitioned into the civilian world newly sober, I thought my next mission was to keep soaring as high as the naval fighter jets I admired. As a personal and professional amends, I chose to pursue a Bachelor’s in Professional Aeronautics with the notable Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University....

When you think of a veteran struggling with alcohol use, what image comes to mind?

For most people, it’s not a Black woman.

Black women veterans often navigate a unique intersection of challenges—bearing the weight of military service, societal expectations, and the journey toward sobriety. While ...

I’ll never forget that Monday in July 2007.

I got up, starched and pressed my uniform… and realized I had nowhere to go.

I wasn’t in the military anymore — but there I was, still moving like I was. I had signed my discharge papers. I had even told friends and family I was out.

Just days earlier, ...

Amidst the noise of everyday life, I want to take a moment to celebrate Black History by honoring a remarkable woman and fellow veteran: Sandra Durbin.

In 1966, Sandra Durbin joined the United States Navy and quickly made history. Despite facing unimaginable hardships, including accusations of chea...

Serving in the U.S. Navy allowed me to have and learn from a plethora of lived experiences. Two of the most influential were camaraderie and unspoken relatability.

The same can be said for the experiences felt in the recovery community. Though I’ve chosen this path for over a decade, it was only tw...