From Trauma to Triumph: Finding Healing and Hope in Military Service
KTyler My addiction and traumas burdened me for years. It was relentlessly fought every day. I realized I needed help—I couldn't do it alone. I...
Uncovering the Correlation Between Smoking Cigarettes (Newports) and Smoking Crack: An In-Depth Analysis
K Tyler A closer look at the link between smoking cigarettes and smoking crack reveals that individuals who smoke cigarettes are at a higher risk...
The Unseen Cycle: From Child Abuse to Adult Drug Abuse – A Harrowing Look into the Link
K Tyler In my second year of high school, I was attacked and raped by a stranger while returning home from a park off Mount...
The Harsh Reality of War and Drugs: A Deep Dive into a Troubling Connection
K Tyler “The Vietnam War, a pivotal moment in American history, marked a significant shift in asymmetrical warfare. The Vietcong's deceptive tactics, akin to the...
Embracing My Dark Passenger: A Journey of Self-Discovery and Acceptance
K Tyler The dark presence of an uninvited companion, known as the "dark passenger," is a constant reminder of the struggles and darker aspects of...
The Surprising Irony of Selling Drugs: A Heartwarming Tale
K Tyler Drug addiction is a complex issue where drug dealers prioritize financial gain over the welfare of their victims, including family members, siblings, and...
The Power of Vulnerability: Why I Choose to Share My Story
K Tyler The experience of sexual assault was a harsh reality that left the victim feeling vulnerable and violated. Acknowledging the truth and reclaiming one's...
The Secrets of Being a Child Abused to Become an Adult Drug Abused
K Tyler In my second year of high school, through no fault of my own, I found myself in a life-and-death situation that has impacted...
Celebrating the Departure of the Dark Passenger: Embracing Light and Love
K Tyler Hopkins' pain matched mine. Like him, I was gloomy but saw possibilities. An American guy wakes abruptly after 25 years of semi-consciousness. My...