Author of the Month December 8, 2025 Katherine Reynolds, Author & Wayfinder Recovery Coaching Tom O'Connor, Publisher Author Katherine Reynolds  is a Certified Trauma-Informed Mental Health & Substance Use Recovery Coach as well as an Alcohol and Drug Counselor . She is the founder of Wayfinder Recovery Coaching ( https://www.way-finder-recovery.com/ ).  According to Katherine Reynolds: Traditional Substance Use Disorder (SUD)  treatment often falls short in achieving long-te

Katherine Reynolds explains why addiction and mental health must be treated together—not separately.

Tim Lineaweaver reflects on judgment in recovery and the importance of taking your own inventory.

Kristen Crisp shares her sister Robin’s hidden alcoholism and the devastating consequences.

Dr. Newman explains the neuroscience behind chronic worry and anxiety.

William Stauffer explains why 28‑day programs fail and what real, evidence‑based treatment should be.

December 8, 2025 Robert Kent, Author and President, Kent Strategic Advisors, LLC  Tom O'Connor, Publisher Over $50 billion has been secured in various national opioid settlements with pharmaceutical companies, distributors, and pharmacy chains for their roles in the opioid crisis. Most of these funds are designated for state and local governments to use for abatement efforts, including addiction treatment, prevention, and recovery programs. The settlement funds are distribute

Tim O’Leary exposes misaligned financial incentives inside the SUD treatment industry that reward relapse, extended stays, and insurance cycles rather than patient recovery.

An unfiltered exploration of generational trauma, showing how pain, secrecy, and survival patterns are passed down quietly through families.

Judy Walker writes a vulnerable reflection on relapse—how it happens, why it’s not failure, and why compassion matters.

Andy reflects on the clarity of six sober weeks—and the unraveling that followed when old habits resurfaced.

John Makohen shares a raw, powerful account of surviving homelessness, heroin addiction, and rebuilding life through harm reduction.