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Damon Frank delves into the evolving concept of sobriety with respected journalist, author, and voice in the addiction recovery community, Pat Olsen. They explore the shifting definitions and perceptions surrounding the term "sober," highlighting how these changes influence both personal recovery journeys and broader societal attitudes. Drawing on her extensive experience and personal connections to the subject through her family and her work, Pat offers a nuanced discussion on the implications of language in framing addiction recovery. This episode not only sheds light on the importance of adapting our understanding but also provides hope and practical advice for those navigating the complex path of recovery. 🔗Connect with Pat Olsen here: https://pxl.to/d697dci 👉 Live Your Best Recovered Life! Subscribe and receive exclusive content, news, and events about addiction recovery delivered weekly via email. https://pxl.to/joinrl THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW 🚀 - Why do you question if you are really an alcoholic https://pxl.to/ri0u6fn ⛔ - Warning Signs That You Might Be in a Codependent Relationship https://pxl.to/rymubsj ✨ - Addiction! How do you surrender? https://pxl.to/nv89ik4 😓 - Staying Sober during difficult times https://pxl.to/5t5973w 🔥Emotional sobriety, and how do you get it? https://pxl.to/2gv16g9 👪 - How Do You Handle Toxic Family Members? https://pxl.to/jy26ckh ⛏️ Feeling stuck in recovery? https://pxl.to/uuga8yd

Damon Frank is joined by Matthew Todd, author and journalist. Matthew opens up about his personal journey from being a "problem drinker" to embracing a sober life, highlighting the intertwining issues of trauma, anxiety, and societal pressures that fuel addiction. This conversation delves deep into the cultural narratives and personal realizations that led Matthew to sobriety and inspired his impactful writing, including his latest article, "I spent 22 years as a problem drinker. Here are the 10 things I've learned since I quit." 👉 The Guardian Article: I spent 22 years as a problem drinker. Here are 10 things I’ve learned since I quit. https://pxl.to/ne6pttr 👉The Book: Straight Jacket: Overcoming Society's Legacy of Gay Shame https://amzn.to/3UH49LR 👉 Subscribe to the weekly newsletter! Live Your Best Recovered Life! Subscribe and receive exclusive content, news, and events about addiction recovery delivered weekly via email. https://pxl.to/joinrl THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW 🚀 - Why do you question if you are really an alcoholic https://pxl.to/ri0u6fn ⛔ - Warning Signs That You Might Be in a Codependent Relationship https://pxl.to/rymubsj ✨ - Addiction! How do you surrender? https://pxl.to/nv89ik4 😓 - Staying Sober during difficult times https://pxl.to/5t5973w 🔥Emotional sobriety, and how do you get it? https://pxl.to/2gv16g9 👪 - How Do You Handle Toxic Family Members? https://pxl.to/jy26ckh ⛏️ Feeling stuck in recovery? https://pxl.to/uuga8yd

Damon Frank sits down with Sam Jones, a marriage and family therapist based in Chicago, to delve into the pivotal topic of building self-esteem in sobriety. Sam's expertise in therapy, both within and outside the recovery community, provides a rich backdrop to the conversation. They explore the essence of self-esteem, distinguish it from ego, and discuss the internal voices that challenge individuals in sobriety. This episode is a must-watch for anyone seeking to understand the nuances of self-esteem and how it plays a critical role in the journey towards sustained recovery. 🔗Connect with Sam here: https://pxl.to/samjones 👉 Subscribe to the weekly newsletter! Live Your Best Recovered Life! Subscribe and receive exclusive content, news, and events about addiction recovery delivered weekly via email. https://pxl.to/joinrl THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW 🚀 - Why do you question if you are really an alcoholic https://pxl.to/ri0u6fn ⛔ - Warning Signs That You Might Be in a Codependent Relationship https://pxl.to/rymubsj ✨ - Addiction! How do you surrender? https://pxl.to/nv89ik4 😓 - Staying Sober during difficult times https://pxl.to/5t5973w 🔥Emotional sobriety, and how do you get it? https://pxl.to/2gv16g9 👪 - How Do You Handle Toxic Family Members? https://pxl.to/jy26ckh ⛏️ Feeling stuck in recovery? https://pxl.to/uuga8yd

Damon Frank is joined by Jolene Atkinson, a seasoned clinical social worker and certified life coach from Davenport, Iowa. Together, they delve into the complex relationship between money and sobriety. Jolene, founder of Life Well Coaching, shares her expert insights on developing a healthier financial mindset, which is crucial for maintaining sobriety and managing the financial turmoil often associated with recovery. The conversation explores strategies to transform one's financial habits and the psychological attachments to money that can impact those in recovery. Find out more about this episode here: https://www.recoveredlife.us/p/money-and-sobriety 👉 Subscribe to the weekly newsletter! Live Your Best Recovered Life! Subscribe and receive exclusive content, news, and events about addiction recovery delivered weekly via email. https://pxl.to/joinrl THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW 🚀 - Why do you question if you are really an alcoholic https://pxl.to/ri0u6fn ⛔ - Warning Signs That You Might Be in a Codependent Relationship https://pxl.to/rymubsj ✨ - Addiction! How do you surrender? https://pxl.to/nv89ik4 😓 - Staying Sober during difficult times https://pxl.to/5t5973w 🔥Emotional sobriety, and how do you get it? https://pxl.to/2gv16g9 👪 - How Do You Handle Toxic Family Members? https://pxl.to/jy26ckh ⛏️ Feeling stuck in recovery? https://pxl.to/uuga8yd

Damon Frank is joined by the esteemed Carol Cullen, LMFT, a therapist with over 20 years of experience specializing in helping couples navigate through crises and rebuild trust in their relationships. The discussion delves deep into the complexities of trust - a foundational element crucial for the survival and thriving of any relationship, especially highlighted in the context of recovery from addiction. Carol shares her insights into the process of mending broken trust, emphasizing the importance of consistent, honest communication and the willingness to engage in self-work and mutual effort to repair and strengthen bonds. Her approach not only aims at saving relationships but potentially saving families, highlighting that trust can be rebuilt with the right amount of work, dedication, and guidance, making relationships last a lifetime. 🔗Connect with Carol Cullen here: https://mytherapistnc.org 👉 Subscribe to the weekly newsletter! Live Your Best Recovered Life! Subscribe and receive exclusive content, news, and events about addiction recovery delivered weekly via email. https://pxl.to/joinrl THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW 🚀 - Why do you question if you are really an alcoholic https://pxl.to/ri0u6fn ⛔ - Warning Signs That You Might Be in a Codependent Relationship https://pxl.to/rymubsj ✨ - Addiction! How do you surrender? https://pxl.to/nv89ik4 😓 - Staying Sober during difficult times https://pxl.to/5t5973w 🔥Emotional sobriety, and how do you get it? https://pxl.to/2gv16g9 👪 - How Do You Handle Toxic Family Members? https://pxl.to/jy26ckh ⛏️ Feeling stuck in recovery? https://pxl.to/uuga8yd

In this episode, Damon Frank and Recovered Life Contributor Shauna McKenna Vick discuss why interventions do not need to be an ambush. This discussion is perfect for anyone considering conducting an intervention. Are you a Newsletter subscriber? Join Recovered Lige + today and get all the information you need to live your best-recovered life. Weekly newsletter engaging in high-level conversation with top experts about recovery from alcoholism, drug addiction, co-dependency, disordered eating, screen addiction, and more. https://pxl.to/joinrltoday Connect with Shauna McKenna Vick here. https://pxl.to/svick

In this episode, I speak with Sharon Fekete about her 29 years of recovery. 👉 Subscribe to the weekly newsletter! Live Your Best Recovered Life! Subscribe and receive exclusive content, news, and events about addiction recovery delivered weekly via email. https://pxl.to/joinrl =============================== 👉 Find out more about Sharon here: The Broken Road Book: https://amzn.to/48oFccR =============================== THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW 🚀 - Why do you question if you are really an alcoholic https://pxl.to/ri0u6fn ⛔ - Warning Signs That You Might Be in a Codependent Relationship https://pxl.to/rymubsj ✨ - Addiction! How do you surrender? https://pxl.to/nv89ik4 😓 - Staying Sober during difficult times https://pxl.to/5t5973w 🔥Emotional sobriety, and how do you get it? https://pxl.to/2gv16g9 👪 - How Do You Handle Toxic Family Members? https://pxl.to/jy26ckh ⛏️ Feeling stuck in recovery? https://pxl.to/uuga8yd

Shauna McKenna Vick joins Damon to discuss Living Life on Life’s Terms in Sobriety. Are you a Newsletter subscriber? Join Recovered Lige + today and get all the information you need to live your best-recovered life. Weekly newsletter engaging in high-level conversation with top experts about recovery from alcoholism, drug addiction, co-dependency, disordered eating, screen addiction, and more. https://pxl.to/joinrltoday Connect with Shauna McKenna Vick here. https://pxl.to/svick

Damon shares what he has learned in his 30 years of sobriety. Are you a Newsletter subscriber? Join Recovered Life + today and get all the information you need to live your best-recovered life. Weekly newsletter engaging in high-level conversation with top experts about recovery from alcoholism, drug addiction, co-dependency, disordered eating, screen addiction, and more. https://pxl.to/joinrltoday Connect with Damon Frank here. https://pxl.to/rldamon

Haven Jo Beck joins the show to discuss stopping negative self-talk in recovery. =============================== 👉 Subscribe to the weekly newsletter! Live Your Best Recovered Life! Subscribe and receive exclusive content, news, and events about addiction recovery delivered weekly via email. https://pxl.to/joinrl =============================== 👉 Find out more about Haven Jo Beck here: https://pxl.to/rlhaven =============================== THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW 🚀 - Why do you question if you are really an alcoholic https://pxl.to/ri0u6fn ⛔ - Warning Signs That You Might Be in a Codependent Relationship https://pxl.to/rymubsj ✨ - Addiction! How do you surrender? https://pxl.to/nv89ik4 😓 - Staying Sober during difficult times https://pxl.to/5t5973w 🔥Emotional sobriety, and how do you get it? https://pxl.to/2gv16g9 👪 - How Do You Handle Toxic Family Members? https://pxl.to/jy26ckh ⛏️ Feeling stuck in recovery? https://pxl.to/uuga8yd

Jessica Dueñas shared her experiences with dating while in recovery, emphasizing the importance of disclosing one's recovery status to potential partners and projecting it as an asset rather than a liability. She explained that this disclosure can help filter out individuals who might not be supportive. Jessica also warned against dating heavy drinkers or substance users during early recovery and encouraged self-confidence and a better sense of self-worth in choosing partners. She suggested that one's profile on a dating site can give a lot of information about their attitude and personality, recommending avoiding people with a predominantly negative outlook. Finally, she advised that individuals should experiment with different approaches to find what makes them most comfortable in dating scenarios. 👉 Subscribe to the weekly newsletter! Live Your Best Recovered Life! Subscribe and receive exclusive content, news, and events about addiction recovery delivered weekly via email. https://pxl.to/joinrl =============================== 👉 Set up a FREE 'get-to-know-you' call with Jessica Dueñas today! Click Here =============================== THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW 🚀 - Why do you question if you are really an alcoholic https://pxl.to/ri0u6fn ⛔ - Warning Signs That You Might Be in a Codependent Relationship https://pxl.to/rymubsj ✨ - Addiction! How do you surrender? https://pxl.to/nv89ik4 😓 - Staying Sober during difficult times https://pxl.to/5t5973w 🔥Emotional sobriety, and how do you get it? https://pxl.to/2gv16g9 👪 - How Do You Handle Toxic Family Members? https://pxl.to/jy26ckh ⛏️ Feeling stuck in recovery? https://pxl.to/uuga8yd

Join Reverend Kevin Kline and Damon as they delve into a significant yet often overlooked aspect of the recovery process - the importance of having fun. They discuss how sobriety doesn't have to mean a life devoid of joy and that allowing oneself to enjoy life's pleasures can, in fact, reinforce one's resolve to stay clean. They share personal anecdotes, provide insights on overcoming the guilt associated with having fun while in recovery, and highlight the pivotal role that camaraderie, connection, and a robust network play in staying sober. Tune in as Kevin elaborates on the spiritual aspect of recovery and how being joyful and having fun can enhance one's relationship with God. He explains how this is an integral part of being well-rounded and contributes to our ability to handle life's ups and downs. This video underscores the point that sobriety is about abstaining from substances and learning to live a balanced and fulfilling life. Remember, recovery doesn't mean the end of fun; it could very well be the beginning. =============================== 👉 Subscribe to the weekly newsletter! Live Your Best Recovered Life! Subscribe and receive exclusive content, news, and events about addiction recovery delivered weekly via email. https://pxl.to/joinrl =============================== 👉 Find out more about Kevin Kline here: https://pxl.to/rlkline =============================== THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW 🚀 - Why do you question if you are really an alcoholic https://pxl.to/ri0u6fn ⛔ - Warning Signs That You Might Be in a Codependent Relationship https://pxl.to/rymubsj ✨ - Addiction! How do you surrender? https://pxl.to/nv89ik4 😓 - Staying Sober during difficult times https://pxl.to/5t5973w 🔥Emotional sobriety, and how do you get it? https://pxl.to/2gv16g9 👪 - How Do You Handle Toxic Family Members? https://pxl.to/jy26ckh ⛏️ Feeling stuck in recovery? https://pxl.to/uuga8yd

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Looking for ways to enjoy the 4th of July while maintaining your sobriety? This episode is packed with practical tips for navigating Independence Day. Learn how to reframe the holiday to celebrate personal freedom from addiction. We share insights on handling holiday gatherings, including bringing your own non-alcoholic drinks, having a support buddy, and setting up a getaway plan. We also emphasize the power of positive rituals and community support. Finally, we touch on maintaining a balanced diet before attending any festive events and managing potential judgments from others regarding your sobriety. Your journey to recovery is a celebration in itself. Embrace your commitment to a sober life this 4th of July. Remember to like, share, and subscribe for more empowering content. =============================== 👉 Live Your Best Recovered Life! Subscribe for free and receive exclusive content, news, and events about addiction recovery delivered weekly via email. https://pxl.to/joinrltoday =============================== 👥 - FACEBOOK: https://pxl.to/rlfacebook 🎵 - TIKTOK: https://pxl.to/rltiktok 🐦 - TWITTER: https://pxl.to/rltwitter 📸 - IG: https://pxl.to/rlinstagram

Join us in our latest episode as we explore a topic that's been on many minds: Should you tell someone they're an alcoholic? Navigate this delicate terrain with us as we unravel the complexities and implications of this question. We aim to provide informative insights, perspectives, and thoughtful discussions highlighting the importance of personal boundaries in these sensitive conversations. Remember, our goal is to foster understanding and support in the journey toward recovery. Don't miss out - tune in and share this video to spread the message further! =============================== 👉 Find out more about Haven Jo Beck: https://pxl.to/rlhaven =============================== 👉 Live Your Best Recovered Life! Subscribe for free and receive exclusive content, news, and events about addiction recovery delivered weekly via email. https://pxl.to/joinrltoday

Join wellness coach Kiola Raines as she shares practical strategies for reducing sugar intake in your sobriety journey. With a focus on promoting a balanced lifestyle, Kiola explains the potential negative effects of excessive sugar consumption, such as weight gain and fat accumulation. By tracking sugar intake, gradually decreasing it, and prioritizing nutrient-dense foods, viewers can learn how to manage cravings and improve overall health. Kiola highlights the importance of being mindful of the sugar content of various foods and making informed choices. She emphasizes that while sugar itself is not inherently bad, being aware of its impact on the body can lead to a healthier and happier relationship with food. Whether you're in recovery or simply aiming to adopt a healthier lifestyle, this video provides valuable insights and guidance on reducing sugar intake and supporting overall well-being. Don't miss the opportunity to embark on a journey towards improved health and balanced living. =============================== 👉 Find out more about Kiola Raines https://pxl.to/rlkiola =============================== 👉 Live Your Best Recovered Life! Subscribe for free and receive exclusive content, news, and events about addiction recovery delivered weekly via email. https://pxl.to/joinrltoday

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Are you considering dating in early recovery? Join us with Recovered Life Contributor Kiola Raines as we explore the impact and risks involved. We discuss it all from hindering personal growth to the emergence of codependency. Gain valuable insights to make an informed decision about dating during this critical period of healing and self-discovery. Read the full article & get all the takeaways here: https://recoveredlife.us/relationships/should-you-date-in-early-recovery/ Find out more about Kiola Raines here: https://pxl.to/rlkiola =============================== 👉 Subscribe! You want to recover your way, so we created Recovered Life, an information resource for people in recovery that helps you live your best-recovered life. https://pxl.to/joinrl =============================== THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW 🚀 - Why do you question if you are really an alcoholic https://pxl.to/ri0u6fn ⛔ - Warning Signs That You Might Be in a Codependent Relationship https://pxl.to/rymubsj ✨ - Addiction! How do you surrender? https://pxl.to/nv89ik4 😓 - Staying Sober during difficult times https://pxl.to/5t5973w 🔥Emotional sobriety, and how do you get it? https://pxl.to/2gv16g9 👪 - How Do You Handle Toxic Family Members? https://pxl.to/jy26ckh ⛏️ Feeling stuck in recovery? https://pxl.to/uuga8yd SOCIAL =============================== 👥 - FACEBOOK: https://pxl.to/rlfacebook 🎵 - TIKTOK: https://pxl.to/rltiktok 🐦 - TWITTER: https://pxl.to/rltwitter 📸 - IG: https://pxl.to/rlinstagram

Recovered Life Contributor and Life Coach Nicole Lesperance discusses How to set personal boundaries. Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more insightful videos. If you or someone you know is struggling, reach out for help—you are not alone. =============================== 👉 Find out more about Nicole Lesperance https://pxl.to/nicolel =============================== 👉 Live Your Best Recovered Life! Subscribe for free and receive exclusive content, news, and events about addiction recovery delivered weekly via email. https://pxl.to/joinrltoday =============================== 👥 - FACEBOOK: https://pxl.to/rlfacebook 🎵 - TIKTOK: https://pxl.to/rltiktok 🐦 - TWITTER: https://pxl.to/rltwitter 📸 - IG: https://pxl.to/rlinstagram

Recovered Life Contributor and Sober Coach Shauna McKenna Vick shares her personal journey with gardening as a vital part of her recovery process. Shauna discusses the myriad benefits of gardening, from its therapeutic effects, stress-relieving properties, and its role in helping establish a nurturing routine. Moreover, she provides a deep dive into the history of horticultural therapy and how it has aided many on their road to recovery. Whether you're new to gardening, recovery, or both, this video provides practical tips and advice to help you integrate gardening into your recovery plan, fostering a healthier lifestyle and community engagement. Be sure to check it out, subscribe to our channel for more valuable content on recovery, and start cultivating your path to healing today! =============================== 👉 Find out more about Shauna https://pxl.to/svick =============================== 👉 Live Your Best Recovered Life! Subscribe for free and receive exclusive content, news, and events about addiction recovery delivered weekly via email. https://pxl.to/joinrltoday =============================== 👥 - FACEBOOK: https://pxl.to/rlfacebook 🎵 - TIKTOK: https://pxl.to/rltiktok 🐦 - TWITTER: https://pxl.to/rltwitter 📸 - IG: https://pxl.to/rlinstagram

Recovered Life Contributor Haven Jo Beck explores the critical issue of disordered eating, a problem that affects nearly 30 million Americans. Delving into the signs, symptoms, and emotional toll of disordered eating, she helps shed light on this complex issue many people face daily. Whether it's Orthorexia, Night Eating Syndrome, or Compulsive Overeating, disordered eating can manifest in many ways. Discover how to recognize these signs, such as restrictive eating, excessive exercise, preoccupation with food, and misuse of laxatives or diet pills without medical supervision. But this conversation goes beyond just identifying the problem. Haven also explains the severe health consequences of disordered eating, ranging from heart and digestive issues to bone weakening and mental health disorders like anxiety and depression. Most importantly, Haven shares the crucial steps toward recovery from disordered eating. Understanding and acknowledging the problem, seeking professional help, and finding support are all vital parts of the journey. After all, recovery isn't about achieving a 'perfect' body or diet—it's about cultivating a healthy, balanced relationship with food, exercise, and body image. Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more insightful videos. If you or someone you know is struggling, reach out for help—you are not alone. Remember, your health and happiness matter! Read the full article here: https://recoveredlife.us/addiction/the-sober-experience-in-diverse-communities/ =============================== 👉 Find out more about Haven Jo Beck https://recoveredlife.us/havenjobeck/ =============================== 👉 Subscribe! You want to recover your way, so we created Recovered Life, an information resource for people in recovery that helps you live your best-recovered life. https://pxl.to/joinrl =============================== THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW 🚀 - Why do you question if you are really an alcoholic https://pxl.to/ri0u6fn ⛔ - Warning Signs That You Might Be in a Codependent Relationship https://pxl.to/rymubsj ✨ - Addiction! How do you surrender? https://pxl.to/nv89ik4 😓 - Staying Sober during difficult times https://pxl.to/5t5973w 🔥Emotional sobriety, and how do you get it? https://pxl.to/2gv16g9 👪 - How Do You Handle Toxic Family Members? https://pxl.to/jy26ckh ⛏️ Feeling stuck in recovery? https://pxl.to/uuga8yd SOCIAL =============================== 👥 - FACEBOOK: https://pxl.to/rlfacebook 🎵 - TIKTOK: https://pxl.to/rltiktok 🐦 - TWITTER: https://pxl.to/rltwitter 📸 - IG: https://pxl.to/rlinstagram

Join us for our latest episode of The Recovered Live Show as we discuss profoundly with the esteemed recovery coach, Inas Bilal. In this thought-provoking conversation, we delve into the transformative role of self-reflection in overcoming addiction, examining the mantra "Check yourself before you wreck yourself" and how personal growth is rooted in breakdowns and breakthroughs. Inas offers insights into her own recovery journey, explaining how the tragic loss of her 17-year-old son spurred her to counsel others with similar experiences. In the second part of the episode, we emphasize how sobriety doesn't mean a cessation of conflicts but rather confronting and reflecting on them as a key component of the recovery process. Inas provides valuable advice to those starting their recovery journey, underscoring the power of mentorship, the importance of support groups, and the realization that recovery is a communal endeavor. This episode promises to be an inspiring and enlightening exploration of addiction recovery, marked by the wisdom of a woman who has personally navigated this challenging path. More about Inas Bilal: https://recoveredlife.us/inasbilal/ =============================== 👉 Subscribe! You want to recover your way, so we created Recovered Life, an information resource for people in recovery that helps you live your best-recovered life. https://pxl.to/joinrl =============================== THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW 🚀 - Why do you question if you are really an alcoholic https://pxl.to/ri0u6fn ⛔ - Warning Signs That You Might Be in a Codependent Relationship https://pxl.to/rymubsj ✨ - Addiction! How do you surrender? https://pxl.to/nv89ik4 😓 - Staying Sober during difficult times https://pxl.to/5t5973w 🔥Emotional sobriety, and how do you get it? https://pxl.to/2gv16g9 👪 - How Do You Handle Toxic Family Members? https://pxl.to/jy26ckh ⛏️ Feeling stuck in recovery? https://pxl.to/uuga8yd