“As a muggle (AIIA’s term for a person that hasn’t had drug or alcohol problems) on team Addict II Athlete, I have learned skills that have helped me with my depression, my anxiety, and my overall mental health struggles. Listening to podcasts, attending the weekly meetings, and monthly activities, continues to provide me with a way to learn and then practice what I’m learning. AIIA helps me embrace a growth mindset, and then fosters a safe space for me to build connections with others as well as myself. AIIA is more than an athletic program; along with the education and athletics, AIIA is about service and creativity. All aspects of AIIA have been vital to my personal journey of healing.” -Lizz