Taylor Ellsworth
The remarkable hangout features foosball, poker tables and a stockpile of energy drinks. MORE
I've quit smoking enough times to make me an expert. And I've learned something along the way: not everyone wants me to succeed. MORE
There's a constant stream of negativity coming at me—and I don't mean the critical voice of my own addiction. I'm talking about Internet commenters. MORE
First I thought I could never run a marathon. Then I thought it would cure my eating disorder. I was wrong on both counts. MORE
I avoid Alanon and OA despite knowing I could benefit from them. Apparently I'm waiting to get uncomfortable enough that I'm willing to do something about it. MORE
I came into AA when I was 18. That doesn’t mean we have to keep talking about it. MORE
When I fell for someone, I realized just how broken I was. Welcome to the sober relationship. MORE
There’s nothing in the "Big Book" about the exact role sponsors should play. So how are newcomers supposed to know if sponsors are overstepping their bounds? MORE
When I got sober at 18, I assumed wild all-nighters with friends were a part of the past. Then I went to an AA Young People’s Conference. MORE
Connecting with other women over nail polish may seem shallow. But this kind of beauty bonding isn't just skin-deep. MORE









