By A No Longer Bound Resident The fallout from the hectic holiday season is starting to settle. And thus begins the busiest time of year in recovery. As we welcome the many new faces onto No Longer Bound’s campus, it takes me back to the beginning of my recovery...
On Friday, January 5, 2024, No Longer Bound celebrated founder Mike Harden’s induction into the Georgia Veterans Military Hall of Fame. There was a special award ceremony. The program was attended by dozens of No Longer Bound alumni as well as local veterans,...
The beginning of a new year marks a time for change and new beginnings. With the holiday hustle behind us and a whole year to look forward to, it's a great time to think about the changes you’re planning on making this year. “I’m going to read every day.” “I’m finally...
On Saturday, November 4, 2023, No Longer Bound's founder Mike Harden was inducted into the Georgia Military Veteran's Hall of Fame for his service to the community. The press release for the Military Veteran's hall of fave induction said, "Immortalizing Great...
Dear Friends, I am still in awe of how you responded to my goal of raising $15,000 for my 100 Miles for Recovery race! Thank you for taking the time to give, share my story with others, and even sending encouragement during my 100 miles for recovery ultra-marathon....
A funny thing happened in our on-campus gym the other day, something that reminded me of negativity bias. A song came on, and my friend commented that he loved it but couldn’t remember the name. I loved the song too and couldn’t place the name. Then it hit me like a...
Identity Crisis: Who am I? That was the question I asked myself the first time I went into recovery. Two years later (now at No Longer Bound) I'm asking the same question. That's how it is with an identity crisis. What’s the definition of insanity? Doing the same...
One Family's Recovery Story: On Friday, October 31, Lori and John Thompson made their first drive from Oakridge, Tennessee to Cumming, Georgia. It was Halloween, but Lori wasn’t admiring the stunning colors of fall nor was she thinking of trick-or-treaters. Only three...
“To all who mourn, he will give a crown of beauty for ashes . . . In their righteousness, they will be like great oaks that the Lord has planted for his own glory.” (Isaiah 61:3) A Story of God's Faithfulness: Mike Harden was 17 years old when he joined the Marines....