Welcome to the Keep Going Movement! I'm Lynn Ellen, and my recovery journey began on May 8, 2023. To say the last seven years of my life before that were messy would be an understatement. I went from being a housewife with four children and a busy schedule to losing everything to crack cocaine addiction. But that's not where my story ends - it's where my mission began. During my early recovery, I found myself making a simple bracelet with two words that kept pulling me through: "Keep Going." Every time I looked down at my wrist and saw those words, they gave me the strength to push forward, no matter what challenges I faced. Today, I'm a proud mom rebuilding relationships with my four children, including my oldest who didn't speak to me for three years but now has an amazing relationship with me. I get my hair done every Monday (because self-care matters!), and I hand-make and distribute over 300 "Keep Going" bracelets monthly to people who need that same reminder that kept me going. My style is boho, my heart is full of hope, and my mission is clear: to share the message that recovery is possible. I might have seen the darkest sides of addiction, including violence and loss, but I choose to focus on the light of recovery and the promises that come true when you just keep going. Through this community, I want to create a space where we can: - Support each other's recovery journeys - Share the power of the Keep Going message - Create and distribute bracelets to those who need hope - Build a movement of strength and possibility - Show others that recovery is possible Join me every morning for coffee and connection as we build this community together. Whether you're in recovery, supporting someone who is, or just need the reminder to keep going, you're in the right place. Remember, no matter what life throws at you, all you have to do is keep going forward. With hope and determination, Lynn Ellen Founder, Keep Going Movement www.keepgoingwithlynnellen.com

Hi there! I'm Lynn Ellen, and I am so glad you're here. Whether you found us through one of our bracelets, our coffee mornings, or someone shared our community with you – you're in exactly the right place at exactly the right time. What Is the Keep Going Movement? This community started with a simple bracelet I made during early recovery to remind myself to keep going. One bracelet became two, became ten, and now we're making 300 bracelets monthly (and growing!). But we're more than just bracelets – we're a family of people who understand that sometimes the bravest thing you can do is just keep going, one day at a time. What to Expect Here This is your safe space to: - Share your journey (no judgment, ever) - Connect with others who get it - Learn practical recovery tools - Join our virtual coffee mornings - Participate in bracelet making sessions - Celebrate wins (big and small!) - Find support when things get tough Our Community Schedule 🌅 Morning Coffee Check-ins Start your day with purpose! Join us for virtual coffee and connection. Share your intentions, get support, or just listen. Sometimes just knowing you're not alone makes all the difference. 🎯 Weekly Focus Themes Each week, we explore different recovery topics: - Mindful Mondays - Tool-sharing Tuesdays - Wisdom Wednesdays - Thankful Thursdays - Feel Good Fridays 🖐️ Bracelet Making Circles Learn to make your own Keep Going bracelets while connecting with others. No crafting experience needed – just bring your heart and willingness to try. Community Guidelines 1. Be Kind: We're all fighting battles. Kindness is mandatory. 2. Stay Present: This is a recovery-focused space. 3. Respect Privacy: What's shared here, stays here. 4. Keep Going: Some days are harder than others. We're here to support each other through all of them. Getting Started 1. Introduce Yourself: Share as much or as little as feels comfortable 2. Set Up Your Profile: Add a photo if you'd like 3. Join a Coffee Morning: Come say hi!