As we reflect on Harwin's journey, it is clear that addiction is a complex issue that requires compassion, understanding, and support. By sharing their story, Harwin has helped to break down the stigma surrounding addiction, and raise awareness about the importance of mental health.

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A standard 12-step program asks for surrender. It asks the user to admit they are powerless. For a control freak like Sydney Harwin, that admission is more terrifying than the addiction itself. Her brain will try to rationalize: “I can do ‘harm reduction.’ I can just use on weekends. I am different.”