White Privilege

It wasn’t luck that allowed me to become a judge after meth addiction. It was white privilege. Federal Judge, author, and LifeRing Board Member Mary Beth O’Connor contributed this op-ed to the LA Times printed on November 26, 2022. This insightful piece about the racial disparities at every stage of the criminal legal system reveals…

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Disaddicted: A recovery meeting for those with disabilities 

LifeRing is proud to support those in recovery with disabilities. We now offer a new focus meeting for this community of recovery-forward people — Disaddicted. This is a LifeRing focus meeting held weekly on Tuesdays at 7:00pm Pacific.     Disaddicted: A recovery meeting for those with disabilities      Meeting is open to all…

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From Junkie to Judge

It’s Dry January! Whether you’re exploring your sobriety or committed to a life free from alcohol and drugs, LifeRing is rooting for you! LifeRing is posting articles relevant to the Dry January movement throughout the remainder of the month. Here’s a quick one with words of encouragement for all who challenge their relationship with alcohol.…

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We’re Rooting For You!

It’s Dry January! Whether you’re exploring your sobriety or committed to a life free from alcohol and drugs, LifeRing is rooting for you! LifeRing is posting articles relevant to the Dry January movement throughout the remainder of the month. Here’s a quick one with words of encouragement for all who challenge their relationship with alcohol.…

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