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Tracy Chabala is a freelance writer for many publications including the LA Times, LA Weekly, Smashd, VICE and Salon. She writes mostly about food, technology and culture, in addition to addiction and mental health. She holds a Master's in Professional Writing from USC and is finishing up her novel.

September 13, 2019 1

I Went to Bartending School Just So I Could Get Drunk on the Job

This post was originally published on July 29, 2016. During my mid-20s, my professional life…

caffeine and nicotine

August 29, 2019 6

Yes, I Decided to Quit Cigarettes, Caffeine and Sugar All At Once

This post was originally published on August 30, 2016. Recently I did the stupidest thing…

August 19, 2019 2

Confessions of a Hoarder: I Can’t Let Go of My Stuffed Animals

This post was originally published on August 12, 2016. Stashed inside my closet are five stuffed…

August 19, 2019 0

How an Oxy Ring Wreaked Havoc on a Small Washington Town

This post was originally published on August 31, 2016. We’ve been hearing for a while…

July 31, 2019 3

I’m Addicted to Compassion

This post was originally published on July 26, 2016. I’ve certainly matured in my sobriety.…

July 29, 2019 5

I Left AA, But I Can Still Learn From It

This post was originally published on July 1, 2016 Yes, I’ve left Alcoholics Anonymous. It…

July 9, 2019 0

Who Knew Making Amends Could Make the News?

This post was originally published on July 22, 2016. We all do stupid things in…

May 21, 2019 0

I Got Too Drunk at Work Too Many Times

This post was originally published on February 24, 2016. I never showed up to work…

March 18, 2019 5

I’m The World’s Most Reluctant Chain Smoker

This post was originally published on February 13, 2015. I think I’ve tried to quit…

March 11, 2019 0

Managing Bipolar Swings During a Romantic Getaway Sucks

This post was originally published on January 14, 2016. Since I don’t live with my…

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