Author: Martina F

Mind Over Matter There are moments in recovery when the urge doesn’t feel like a thought—it feels like a force. It shows up suddenly, loudly,

Burnout, Awareness, & Sustainable Leadership Burnout doesn’t usually announce itself. It doesn’t show up as a dramatic breaking point or a conscious decision to halt

Staying Connected Between Meetings One of the most encouraging things we’ve experienced recently is the volume and depth of feedback coming from our community. Messages

The Power Of Connection There’s a certain kind of strength that doesn’t just come from willpower, discipline, or overcoming urges. It comes from connection. From

Annual Card Collecting Review & Plan For 2026 2025 was a year I jumped right back into collecting after an on and off relationship with

Powering Through Seasonal Depression This is the time of year when life can feel especially heavy. The days are still short. The mornings are dark.

Love, Stress, & Addiction Active addiction rarely stays in the lane we try to keep it in. It doesn’t just live in the apps, the

Guardrails Build Healthier Habits Did you know you can now set deposit and time limits directly in the Whatnot app? This harm-prevention feature was introduced

The Myth Of The “Unpulled” Card There’s a familiar narrative that echoes through breaks and product rips: “The product hit is live”. “The card we’re

Buy The Hits, Skip The Rips I operate in one of the fastest, loudest corners of the hobby. Live streams. Countdown timers. Sudden death auctions.

Living With Rage Rage is an emotion that, when people see it surface, they often immediately label the person as a villain. But rage is

The Importance Of Mental Health This week began with heartbreaking news, and it’s understandable if it’s been sitting with you since. A 25-year-old NFL player,