Better Life In Recovery

02/03/2026

I’ve been to too many funerals.
I’ve sat with too many parents in hospital rooms.
And I’m tired of watching compassion disappear from the conversation.

This video isn’t about politics.
It’s about people.
It’s about keeping human beings alive long enough to find hope, healing, and recovery.

Harm reduction saves lives.
Narcan saves lives.
Compassion saves lives.

If you love someone who’s struggling — or if you work in mental health or recovery — this message matters.

https://youtu.be/cvnCuZO8sxM

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02/01/2026

Treatment and recovery are journeys worth celebrating. Celebrate every milestone, no matter how small. You've got this! Find substance use disorder treatment options for yourself at findtreatment.gov

01/31/2026

Adding your voice to a recovery advocacy organization could help you find community that strengthens your recovery—and could help you play a role in strengthening someone else’s.

01/30/2026

Come join us next month for Recovery bowling at Sunshine lanes and friday fun-night! We look forward to seeing you there. Come by 550 South Scenic Ave to get signed up to bowl ahead of time!

01/30/2026

Recovery is a journey, not a destination. Taking the first step toward recovery from a substance use disorder can be difficult. But remember, it's a sign of strength. If you or someone you know needs help, there are people who care. FindTreatment.gov

01/29/2026

You don’t have to walk this journey alone. Peer-based recovery support & community centers connect people who get it—sharing stories, hope, and recovery. Don't be afraid to reach out for support. SAMHSA has resources to help: samhsa.gov/substance-use/treatment

01/28/2026

SRCC will be closed today, January 28 due to road conditions. As a reminder, our center is closed when Springfield Public schools are closed due to
weather and road conditions. Stay safe everyone. .

01/28/2026

Do you think someone in your life is struggling with substance use disorder? Are you looking for ways to help and support them but are not sure how or where to begin? Learn how to start the conversation with your loved ones, and find resources to help: samhsa.gov/sites/default/files/starting-the-conversation-guide.pdf

01/27/2026

Recovery is real — and it’s more than just being clean or sober.

In this powerful conversation, Ryan Hampton sits down to answer 10 honest questions about addiction, recovery, and what it actually takes to build a life worth staying sober for. From opioid addiction that began with a prescription, to homelessness, overdoses, and ultimately long-term recovery, this episode offers hope, truth, and clarity for:

People in recovery
People searching for recovery
Families who love someone struggling
Mental health & substance use professionals

This is not a “rock bottom” story.
This is a story about connection, recovery housing, purpose, and asking for help.

https://youtu.be/ohfMhtaSuZI

🎧 If you or someone you love is struggling, this conversation matters.

⏱ Chapters & Timecodes

00:00 – Welcome to Better Life in Recovery
01:12 – Why Ryan Started Using (Prescription Opioids & Pill Mills)
05:10 – Overdoses, Homelessness & Losing Everything
07:45 – Why “Rock Bottom” Isn’t Required for Recovery
11:30 – What Recovery Really Means (Beyond Abstinence)
16:45 – Recovery Housing: The Missing Piece
22:40 – Good vs Bad Recovery Housing & NARR Standards
28:10 – What Helped Most in Early Recovery
33:00 – Music, Meetings & Staying Connected
38:45 – Recovery Capital & Building a Life Worth Protecting
47:20 – The Gifts of Recovery
50:05 – If He Could Go Back: One Message to His Past Self
52:00 – Final Reflections & Hope

🔗 Connect & Learn More

🌐 Website: https://betterlifeinrecovery.com

📘 Facebook: Better Life in Recovery
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More about Ryan Hampton:
Ryan Hampton is an Author. Advocate. Non-profit community leader. Dog lover. Friend. Person in long-term recovery, est. 2/2/15.
Links

Learn More
ryanhampton.org

Twitter
twitter.com/ryanforrecovery

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Facebook
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Recovery is real — and it’s more than just being clean or sober.In this powerful conversation, Ryan Hampton sits down to answer 10 honest questions about add...

01/26/2026

SRCC will be closed on Tuesday, January 27 due to road conditions. As a reminder, our center is closed when Springfield Public schools are closed due to
weather and road conditions. Stay safe everyone. .

01/25/2026

SRCC will be closed Monday, January 26 due to inclement weather. As a reminder our center is closed when Springfield Public Schools are closed due to weather. Stay safe everyone.

01/25/2026

This year’s Substance Use Disorder Treatment Month’s theme is “Treatment Works! Find the Path that Works for You.” Help spread the word, visit the toolkit here: samhsa.gov/treatment