Generated by All in One SEO v5.0.0.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Addiction Unlimited Podcast ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://addictionunlimited.com/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [If I Had to Get Sober Again, I'd Do These 5 Things](https://addictionunlimited.com/if-i-had-to-get-sober-again-id-do-these-5-things/) - If you had to start sobriety over, would you know what to do? I'm sharing five principles that changed my life and help my clients build lasting recovery today. - [Why You Felt So Confident...Then Started Drinking Again](https://addictionunlimited.com/why-you-felt-so-confident-then-started-drinking-again/) - You've proven you can quit drinking. So why do you always end up back at Day One? Learn the missing transition between quitting and staying sober. - [The Real Reason You Drank](https://addictionunlimited.com/the-real-reason-you-drank/) - The real reason you drank has very little to do with alcohol. Learn why we drink, the difference between sobriety and recovery, and how real healing begins. - [The Truth About "Taking a Break" From Alcohol](https://addictionunlimited.com/the-truth-about-taking-a-break-from-alcohol/) - Taking a break from alcohol isn't the same as deciding to quit. Learn why temporary breaks often lead back to drinking—and what creates lasting sobriety. - [What Happens to Your Body (and Brain) When You Stop Drinking](https://addictionunlimited.com/what-happens-to-your-body-and-brain-when-you-stop-drinking/) - If you've ever wondered whether alcohol permanently damaged your body—or you've quit drinking and found yourself asking, Why am I so anxious? Why can't I sleep? Why do I still have brain fog?—this episode is for you. Today I'm walking you through what actually happens inside your body after you stop drinking. Not the social - [Why Dry July Is the Perfect Time to Make a Real Decision](https://addictionunlimited.com/why-dry-july-is-the-perfect-time-to-make-a-real-decision/) - The hardest part of quitting drinking isn't giving up alcohol—it's accepting that you can't outsmart it. If you're thinking about doing Dry July, I want you to approach it differently this year. Not as another challenge to survive. Not as another test of your willpower. And definitely not as another opportunity to prove that this - [The Most Dangerous Phase of Early Sobriety](https://addictionunlimited.com/the-most-dangerous-phase-of-early-sobriety/) - Why so many people relapse in early sobriety after they start feeling better and stop knowing what recovery work to do next. - [Should I Go? How to Make Smart Decisions in Early Sobriety](https://addictionunlimited.com/should-i-go-how-to-make-smart-decisions-in-early-sobriety/) - Five simple questions to help you decide if a social situation is safe in early sobriety so you can protect your recovery with confidence. - [What Does Sober Life Actually Look Like? (An Honest Conversation with Casey Davidson)](https://addictionunlimited.com/what-does-sober-life-actually-look-like-an-honest-conversation-with-casey-davidson/) - What will you do for fun? Will you still be yourself? Will your relationships change? Will life ever feel normal again? If you've ever thought: "But what will my life look like without alcohol?" You're not alone. In fact, that question keeps a lot of people stuck for years. When you're sitting at day one, - [Why Coping Skills Matter More Than Willpower in Recovery](https://addictionunlimited.com/why-coping-skills-matter-more-than-willpower-in-recovery/) - The purpose of a coping skill isn't to erase the feeling. It's to help you behave better while you're feeling bad. Most people believe they need more discipline, more motivation, or more willpower to stay sober. But the real problem is what happens when your emotions take over and your coping skills disappear. If you've - [Why You Can't Quit Drinking and What Stage You're Actually In](https://addictionunlimited.com/why-you-cant-quit-drinking-and-what-stage-youre-actually-in/) - Struggling to quit drinking or hit your goals? Learn the 5 Stages of Change and what you need to do next to actually make progress in 2026. - [How to Handle Relationships When You’re Getting Sober](https://addictionunlimited.com/how-to-handle-relationships-when-youre-getting-sober/) - Getting sober changes relationships. Learn how to handle partners who drink, party friends, old patterns, boundaries, and protecting your peace. - [It's Not Your Drinking, It's Your Thinking - Part 1](https://addictionunlimited.com/its-not-your-drinking-its-your-thinking-part-1/) - Your sober life won't just happen, it has to be created. The biggest misconception I had about sobriety was that all I had to do was quit drinking and all my problems would be solved. But after taking a deeper look at recovery, I realized it's not all about the alcohol, it's my messed up - [She Didn’t Hit Rock Bottom — But She Knew She Had to Quit Drinking](https://addictionunlimited.com/she-didnt-hit-rock-bottom-but-she-knew-she-had-to-quit-drinking/) - A powerful conversation about moderation, high-functioning alcoholism, emotional rock bottom, and what finally helped her stay sober. - [What “Doing the Work” in Recovery Actually Means](https://addictionunlimited.com/what-doing-the-work-in-recovery-actually-means/) - What does “doing the work” in recovery actually mean? This episode breaks down the missing piece most people never fully understand. - [You Can't Build a New Life With Old Materials](https://addictionunlimited.com/you-cant-build-a-new-life-with-old-materials/) - Quit drinking but feel lost? Learn how to rebuild your identity, break old patterns, and create a sober life that actually fits. - [4 Signs Sobriety Is Actually Working (Even When It Feels Like It's Not)](https://addictionunlimited.com/4-signs-sobriety-is-actually-working-even-when-it-feels-like-its-not/) - You're sober but feel worse — that's not failure. Learn the 4 signs your recovery is actually working, even when it doesn't feel like it. - [You're Not Quitting Drinking — You're Visiting Sobriety](https://addictionunlimited.com/youre-not-quitting-drinking-youre-visiting-sobriety/) - You keep taking breaks from drinking—but breaks aren't decisions. Here's why the door you're leaving open is exactly what's keeping you stuck. - [You Meant It When You Said You Were Done Drinking](https://addictionunlimited.com/you-meant-it-when-you-said-you-were-done-drinking/) - If you’ve ever wondered why you can’t stop drinking, this episode reveals what’s really happening—and why “I’m done” doesn’t stick. - [The Raw Truth About Moderating Your Drinking](https://addictionunlimited.com/the-raw-truth-about-moderating-your-drinking/) - You’re not failing at sobriety—you’re stuck trying to control drinking. Learn why moderation keeps you in the cycle and what actually works. - [You Want Sobriety to Be Easy… That’s Why You Keep Starting Over](https://addictionunlimited.com/you-want-sobriety-to-be-easy-thats-why-you-keep-starting-over/) - Why can’t you stay sober? This episode breaks down why sobriety isn’t working—and the changes required to finally make it stick. - [The 3 Things You’re Missing That Keep You Stuck in the Relapse Cycle](https://addictionunlimited.com/the-3-things-youre-missing-that-keep-you-stuck-in-the-relapse-cycle/) - You say you’re done… and then you do it again. Here’s why—and the missing pieces keeping you stuck in the cycle. - [Why Do I Miss Drinking When I Know It Was Ruining My Life?](https://addictionunlimited.com/why-do-i-miss-drinking-when-i-know-it-was-ruining-my-life/) - Stop daydreaming about your drinking days. Start daydreaming about the life you actually want. It's time to romanticize your recovery. - [What If Life Is Boring Without Alcohol?](https://addictionunlimited.com/what-if-life-is-boring-without-alcohol/) - Is life without alcohol boring? Discover the real fear behind quitting drinking and what actually changes when you get sober. - [Why Everything Feels So Intense When You Quit Drinking](https://addictionunlimited.com/why-everything-feels-so-intense-when-you-quit-drinking/) - In early sobriety, emotions can feel overwhelming. Learn the 4 types of emotional dysregulation that trigger drinking and the tools to regulate them. - [What Living in Recovery Actually Looks Like](https://addictionunlimited.com/what-living-in-recovery-actually-looks-like/) - Sobriety is quitting. Recovery is healing. But what does living in recovery actually look like, hour by hour? Let's walk through a real day together. - [What Am I Doing Wrong?" (6 Non-Negotiables for Real Change)](https://addictionunlimited.com/what-am-i-doing-wrong-6-non-negotiables-for-real-change/) - Asking "what am I doing wrong?" Learn the 6 non-negotiables that separate real change from busy work. This isn't a checklist — it's a code of conduct. - [The 4-Stage Recovery Roadmap and What to Work on at Each Stage](https://addictionunlimited.com/the-4-stage-recovery-roadmap-and-what-to-work-on-at-each-stage/) - Feeling stuck in sobriety? Learn the 4 recovery stages you can't skip and what to focus on at each one. Stop white-knuckling and build sobriety that lasts. - [Overwhelmed by Sobriety Advice? Here's How to Actually Start](https://addictionunlimited.com/overwhelmed-by-sobriety-advice-heres-how-to-actually-start/) - I'm cutting through all the noise and breaking down exactly what you need to start your recovery journey today—no matter which path or program you choose. - [This Is Why You're Anxious: What's Happening Under the Surface](https://addictionunlimited.com/this-is-why-youre-anxious-whats-happening-under-the-surface/) - Dr. Wood reveals how we’ve created codes in our brains that dictate our behaviors, like addiction, AND how to re-write the code. - [Recognizing the Early Signs of Relapse and What NOT to Do](https://addictionunlimited.com/recognizing-the-early-signs-of-relapse-and-what-not-to-do/) - In this episode, we’re breaking down the early warning signs of relapse so you can recognize them before they get the best of you. - [Holiday Stressors Nobody Talks About & a Playlist Just for You](https://addictionunlimited.com/holiday-stressors-nobody-talks-about-a-playlist-just-for-you/) - Whether it’s managing family dynamics or handling social events, this episode is your toolkit for a stress-free, sober holiday season. - [Overcoming Frustration and Staying Strong in Sobriety](https://addictionunlimited.com/overcoming-frustration-and-staying-strong-in-sobriety/) - Gab a cup of coffee, get cozy, and let’s dive into these common pitfalls and, more importantly, how you can overcome them to build a strong, empowered recovery. - [Managing Social Situations With Friends & Family When You Quit Drinking](https://addictionunlimited.com/managing-social-situations-with-friends-family-when-you-quit-drinking/) - Whether it’s handling those awkward questions, navigating a wedding or happy hour, or simply feeling like you don't fit in, sober socializing can feel daunting. - [3 Hidden Obstacles to Quitting Drinking That No One Talks About](https://addictionunlimited.com/3-hidden-obstacles-to-quitting-drinking-that-no-one-talks-about/) - When it comes to quitting drinking, these 3 surprising obstacles can keep you stuck, feeling frustrated, and questioning your progress. - [Jason Wahler on Facing Sobriety in the Spotlight and Building Lasting Recovery](https://addictionunlimited.com/jason-wahler-on-facing-sobriety-in-the-spotlight-and-building-lasting-recovery/) - Jason has walked this path, and his story shows how resilience and authenticity help you stand strong through the hardest days, and build lasting recovery. - [5 Proven Steps to Conquer Social Anxiety After Quitting Alcohol](https://addictionunlimited.com/5-proven-steps-to-conquer-social-anxiety-after-quitting-alcohol/) - Social anxiety can be incredibly overwhelming, especially when you're newly sober. Here's how you can manage and overcome social anxiety without alcohol. - [The Emotional Cost of Overspending](https://addictionunlimited.com/the-emotional-cost-of-overspending/) - We’re not just talking about what’s happening on the surface—we’re diving into the real reasons behind overspending and how to break free for good. - [How Relapse Will Make You Build Strong Recovery](https://addictionunlimited.com/how-relapse-will-make-you-build-strong-recovery/) - I’m walking you through how to view relapse as a stepping stone rather than a setback and why embracing it can actually strengthen your commitment to sobriety. - [Why Emotional Intelligence is the New Superpower to Level Up Your Recovery & Life](https://addictionunlimited.com/why-emotional-intelligence-is-the-new-superpower-to-level-up-your-recovery-life/) - How understanding and regulating his emotions empowered him to become a better husband, father, entrepreneur, and mentor. - [Are Non-Alcoholic Beers and Mocktails a Wise Choice for Those With An Alcohol Problem?](https://addictionunlimited.com/are-non-alcoholic-beers-and-mocktails-a-wise-choice-for-those-with-an-alcohol-problem/) - While you may not get the buzz, these alcohol imposters can still be harmful. Alternative ways to think about the risks associated with non-alcoholic drinks. - [Think You Can Drink After a Period of Sobriety? Here’s Why Your Brain Says No](https://addictionunlimited.com/think-you-can-drink-after-a-period-of-sobriety-heres-why-your-brain-says-no/) - There’s only one thing you need to know, to understand you still can’t drink in a healthy way, even after a period of sobriety. - [10 Everyday Stressors that Increase Your Risk of Relapse in Sobriety](https://addictionunlimited.com/10-everyday-stressors-that-increase-your-risk-of-relapse-in-sobriety/) - What if the little things—traffic jams, work deadlines, or even family gatherings—are quietly sabotaging your sobriety? - [Professional Tips for Understanding Your Relationship With Food](https://addictionunlimited.com/professional-tips-for-understanding-your-relationship-with-food/) - If you got sober only to find that now you are relying on food and sugar more than ever before, listen in to this episode. - [Steal My Daily Plan to Stay Sober One Day At A Time](https://addictionunlimited.com/steal-my-daily-plan-to-stay-sober-one-day-at-a-time/) - Are you struggling with trying to figure out what you’re going to do and how you’re going to spend your time when you quit drinking? - [A Simple Tool to Transform Your Life](https://addictionunlimited.com/a-simple-tool-to-transform-your-life/) - How do you work on that subconscious mind and write new stories for yourself so you can get more of what you want in life, and less of what you don’t? Listen in. - [The Secrets Behind Healing Grief No One Is Talking About](https://addictionunlimited.com/the-secrets-behind-healing-grief-no-one-is-talking-about/) - This episode will change how you think about grief and give you a new process for healing in a healthy way that gets you long-term relief. - [The Science Behind Making and Breaking Habits](https://addictionunlimited.com/the-science-behind-making-and-breaking-habits/) - Listen in for these easy and actionable steps you can start TODAY, and one of my super secret keys to success. - [Why You Make Bad Decisions You Regret](https://addictionunlimited.com/why-you-make-bad-decisions-you-regret/) - Instant gratification is one of the biggest obstacles to overcome, and once you see it, you can change it. - [Are You Thinking About Going to AA but Feeling Nervous? Here’s Everything You Need to Know](https://addictionunlimited.com/are-you-thinking-about-going-to-aa-but-feeling-nervous-heres-everything-you-need-to-know/) - In this episode I’m pulling back the curtain and giving you the lowdown on how things are done and why we do it the way we do. - [3 Weird Pitfalls That Actually Sabotage Your Sobriety](https://addictionunlimited.com/3-weird-pitfalls-that-actually-sabotage-your-sobriety/) - If you’ve been on the relapse rollercoaster...listen up, my friend. I’m going to give you my top 3 pitfalls that will sabotage your sobriety every… single…time. - [Powerful Coping Skills To Cope With Everyday Life](https://addictionunlimited.com/powerful-coping-skills-to-cope-with-everyday-life/) - When you can respond to emotions in a healthier way you have more power in your life and you won't need to turn to alcohol to numb. - [Understanding What Your Feelings Are Trying to Tell You](https://addictionunlimited.com/understanding-what-your-feelings-are-trying-to-tell-you/) - Identify, understand, and balance your own emotions in positive ways to relieve stress and anxiety. - [Creating A Recovery Lifestyle With A 90-Day Plan](https://addictionunlimited.com/creating-a-recovery-lifestyle-with-a-90-day-plan/) - Build a recovery lifestyle that lasts with a 90-day plan for structure, support, and long-term sobriety — without burnout or overwhelm. - [Is Relapse A Part of Recovery or A Decision You're Making?](https://addictionunlimited.com/is-relapse-a-part-of-recovery-or-a-decision-youre-making/) - At the end of my drinking career I felt like a hostage to alcohol. But once you have some time without alcohol, you are making your own choices now. - [Interesting Analogy You Need For Managing Your Control Issues](https://addictionunlimited.com/interesting-analogy-you-need-for-managing-your-control-issues/) - What fits inside your hula hoop? YOU. And that’s everything you have control of. So if it doesn’t fit inside your hula hoop, leave it alone. - [My Letter to Relapse and the Raw Truth About How to Stay Sober](https://addictionunlimited.com/my-letter-to-relapse-and-the-raw-truth-about-how-to-stay-sober/) - Relapse doesn’t just happen. Learn how to stay sober, avoid triggers, and take back control—starting with one powerful choice. - [Does Your Attachment Style Play A Role In Your Addiction?](https://addictionunlimited.com/does-your-attachment-style-play-a-role-in-your-addiction/) - How did I end up like this? Why did this happen to me? One interesting theory that offers insight is attachment theory and how it affects substance issues. - [Why Your Inner Voice Is So Mean & How It Affects Your Recovery](https://addictionunlimited.com/why-your-inner-voice-is-so-mean-how-it-affects-your-recovery/) - This little voice can be helpful and keep you motivated toward reaching goals—but oftentimes, it can be harmful when it gets into excessive negativity. - [Can Quitting Drinking Cause Depression?](https://addictionunlimited.com/can-quitting-drinking-cause-depression/) - The REAL reason for feeling some depression or symptoms of depression when you quit drinking alcohol, and one of these may be something you’ve never heard of. - [3 Things I Would Do If I Was Starting Sobriety Today](https://addictionunlimited.com/3-things-i-would-do-if-i-was-starting-sobriety-today/) - If you are back at ‘day one again’, or your head is telling you, “maybe it wasn’t that bad” -- I want you to listen up, and take action. - [Hooked From the First Drink with Pete Sousa](https://addictionunlimited.com/hooked-from-the-first-drink-with-pete-sousa/) - From going to treatment, sober living, and working at KFC to strengthen his recovery, Pete’s dedication to sobriety is second to none. - [High-Functioning Doesn’t Mean You Don’t Have a Drinking Problem](https://addictionunlimited.com/high-functioning-doesnt-mean-you-dont-have-a-drinking-problem/) - How we live, houses, jobs, cars, money, how much we drink, how often we drink, will all vary to some degree. But our misuse of alcohol is the same. - [Embracing Sobriety in Mid-Life with Lori Massicot](https://addictionunlimited.com/embracing-sobriety-in-mid-life-with-lori-massicot/) - From sleepless nights, waking up in the morning hungover, to ending the day with another drink even when you promised yourself you weren’t going to drink today. - [9 Simple Things Holding You Back From the Life You Want](https://addictionunlimited.com/9-simple-things-holding-you-back-from-the-life-you-want/) - It feels like you're doing everything you can - but sometimes you can't see your blind spots. Here are 9 things keeping you from getting the life you dream of. - [6 Secrets You Need to Know to Drastically Improve Your Dating Life](https://addictionunlimited.com/6-secrets-you-need-to-know-to-drastically-improve-your-dating-life/) - Feel like you attract the wrong people in your dating life? I'll shine some much-needed light on a big topic, with action steps to improve your dating life now. - [Growth Principles You Need To Know For Self-Help & Healing](https://addictionunlimited.com/growth-principles-you-need-to-know-for-self-help-healing/) - If you’re feeling stuck or overwhelmed with life's curve balls, that’s okay. This is a great episode for you to get the growth principles you need to heal. - [3 Smart Strategies for Anger Management](https://addictionunlimited.com/3-smart-strategies-for-anger-management/) - Feeling angry can be positive when it motivates you to make positive changes, but when it gets out of control anger can also motivate unhealthy behaviors. - [The Journey of Personal Growth and Sobriety with Elizabeth Chance](https://addictionunlimited.com/the-journey-of-personal-growth-and-sobriety-with-elizabeth-chance/) - Elizabeth is a high-energy mom and wife who came from a country club family and followed the family legacy right into an alcohol-fueled lifestyle. - [9 Different Types of Overthinking and How to Stop Overthinking](https://addictionunlimited.com/9-different-types-of-overthinking-and-how-to-stop-overthinking/) - You’re not the only one lying awake at night, dwelling on a decision or worrying about tomorrow. 9 types of overthinking, and how to stop it. - [How to Create Accountability in Recovery and Get It Right](https://addictionunlimited.com/how-to-create-accountability-in-recovery-and-get-it-right/) - If you’re serious about stopping the self-destruction and chaos that drinking brings to your life, this is something you want to understand, and get it right. - [Doing the Work: Quitting Drinking Is Only the Beginning](https://addictionunlimited.com/doing-the-work-quitting-drinking-is-only-the-beginning/) - It’s easy to track all of our problems back to alcohol, and to believe if you remove the alcohol, you remove the problems, but that’s not the whole truth. - [Rebuilding Life, Having Fun, and Staying Committed to Sobriety Goals](https://addictionunlimited.com/rebuilding-life-having-fun-and-staying-committed-to-sobriety-goals/) - In a world where drinking is often front and center, it's easy to wonder if you can commit to sobriety 100%. Just know, it’s okay to do your recovery your way. - [How to Stay On the Journey Even When Life Throws You Lemons](https://addictionunlimited.com/how-to-stay-on-the-journey-even-when-life-throws-you-lemons/) - If you feel like life is throwing you more than your share of lemons, and you want some relief right the f*ck now, then this episode is for you, my friend. - [Relapse Mistakes You Can’t Make Again](https://addictionunlimited.com/relapse-mistakes-you-cant-make-again/) - My favorite radio personality is sharing his experience with relapse. Rebuilding his sobriety one day at a time and here to tell you how he’s done it so far. - [Your Step by Step Guide to Stay Sober During the Holidays](https://addictionunlimited.com/your-step-by-step-guide-to-stay-sober-during-the-holidays/) - Enjoy all the wonders of the season without compromising your sobriety or wellbeing. Use this step-by-step plan that is simple and effective for sober holidays. - [10 Healthy Habits That Make A Difference](https://addictionunlimited.com/10-healthy-habits-that-make-a-difference/) - Creating a life you love takes work. But, it doesn't have to be hard or expensive. 10 of the best tools out there - free, proven, and at your fingertips. - [Tools You Can Use to Quiet the Never-Ending Mind Chatter](https://addictionunlimited.com/tools-you-can-use-to-quiet-the-never-ending-mind-chatter/) - The constant noise that analyzes everything about you and your life, your fears, and all of your shortcomings. Powerful tools to quiet the mind chatter. - [Long-Term Sobriety Success Story](https://addictionunlimited.com/long-term-sobriety-success-story/) - Relocating from the UK to the US, raising kids, making sobriety fit in the mix, and growing a business is just another day in the life for Veronica. - [Alcoholism and Relationships: Navigating the Impact of Addiction on Personal Relationships](https://addictionunlimited.com/alcoholism-and-relationships-navigating-the-impact-of-addiction-on-personal-relationships/) - If you think being an alcoholic is hard, try being in a relationship with one! What it's like for us, and what it's like for the family, friends, and partners. - [The Myth of Rock Bottom When You’re High-Functioning](https://addictionunlimited.com/the-myth-of-rock-bottom-when-youre-high-functioning/) - You can be living a life with a roof over your head, a job, relationship, kids, drinking a latte and working out regularly and still have a substance problem. - [How Your Mental Health Improves When You Quit Drinking Alcohol](https://addictionunlimited.com/how-your-mental-health-improves-when-you-quit-drinking-alcohol/) - How your mental health improves when you quit drinking alcohol, are the effects of substances permanent or is it fixable, and what that journey looks like. - [Unmasking Deception: Insights on Betrayal Trauma](https://addictionunlimited.com/unmasking-deception-insights-on-betrayal-trauma/) - If a parent or romantic partner violates your trust, you may experience betrayal trauma. This episode will change how you view your relationships, and yourself. - [Six Major Characteristics of Addictive Behavior](https://addictionunlimited.com/six-major-characteristics-of-addictive-behavior/) - Millions of people worldwide struggle with various forms of addiction, from substances to gambling, to internet. Addictive behavior is more common than you think. - [What You Do When Moderate Drinking Fails](https://addictionunlimited.com/what-you-do-when-moderate-drinking-fails/) - Drinking in moderation. All the rules you put in place for yourself to try to force yourself to not drink too much. All the attempts that fail, over and over. - [6 Tips to Stay Sober on Vacation](https://addictionunlimited.com/6-tips-to-stay-sober-on-vacation/) - This episode gives you a play-by-play of exactly what to do to keep your sobriety firmly in tact while you travel, and still have the time of your life. - [A Sober Journey to Becoming an Author](https://addictionunlimited.com/a-sober-journey-to-becoming-an-author/) - The author of Killing Hurt, has taken his recovery to new levels by harnessing a passion that was already inside of him, but had been hiding quietly for years. - [6 Habits to Long-Term Sobriety](https://addictionunlimited.com/6-habits-to-long-term-sobriety/) - 6 habits you can start working on today, to stay on top of your game and move forward with a clear path to long-term recovery and all your other goals. - [How to Forgive on Your Journey to Emotional Recovery](https://addictionunlimited.com/how-to-forgive-on-your-journey-to-emotional-recovery/) - If you’ve been wondering how to let go and move forward, to forgive others and yourself, you’ll want to tune in to this one! - [Under the Influence: How Alcohol Impacts Your Physical Health](https://addictionunlimited.com/under-the-influence-how-alcohol-impacts-your-physical-health/) - From the first drink to the last, and no matter how many in between, alcohol takes a journey in your body changing your brain and heart with long-term risks. - [Coping With Cravings](https://addictionunlimited.com/coping-with-cravings/) - Romanticizing the drink, the past, the nostalgia, and the comfort it once provided can all come together and create an emotional whirlwind. - [How to Avoid Relapse in Sobriety](https://addictionunlimited.com/how-to-avoid-relapse-in-sobriety/) - Alcohol can’t pour itself down your throat. Get fully up to speed on the 3 pillars of relapse prevention and the exact strategies for each of those pillars. - [Escaping the Cycle of YoYo Sobriety and Rebuilding You](https://addictionunlimited.com/escaping-the-cycle-of-yoyo-sobriety-and-rebuilding-you/) - One of the most challenging aspects of breaking the cycle of yo yo sobriety is learning to believe in yourself again. But setbacks can be stepping stones. - [How to Overcome Perfectionism](https://addictionunlimited.com/how-to-overcome-perfectionism/) - Today, we're diving headfirst into the tumultuous waters of perfectionism and learning how to conquer it. - [Getting Your Life Back On Track When You Feel Broken](https://addictionunlimited.com/getting-your-life-back-on-track-when-you-feel-broken/) - She was struggling with feeling unattractive, unwanted, and overwhelmed. This is an episode of inspiration and practical tips on taking back control of your life. - [Can You Ever Drink Again?](https://addictionunlimited.com/can-you-ever-drink-again/) - Have you ever wondered if someday you’ll be able to drink again? Wondering if you’ll be able to come back around and drink like a “normal” person? - [Bi-Polar Disorder, Family Trauma & Breaking the Cycle](https://addictionunlimited.com/bi-polar-disorder-family-trauma-breaking-the-cycle/) - Did you know that 56% of people with bi-polar disorder have a history of drug abuse? And 44% struggle with alcohol issues? 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We’re going to cover all the bases of toxic traits in relationships, emotional abuse, selfishness, and everything in between. And you may be surprised by a few - [The Benefits of Reinventing Yourself with Dirk Foster](https://addictionunlimited.com/the-benefits-of-reinventing-yourself-with-dirk-foster/) - Wasted time, energy, money, and happiness in an endless loop of drinking, hangovers, regret and shame. - [Top 10 Life Problems and How to Deal With Them](https://addictionunlimited.com/top-10-life-problems-and-how-to-deal-with-them/) - Challenges in life are a given, and each one is an opportunity for personal growth and self-improvement. The goal is to use what you learn as you grow. - [Breaking the Chains of Negative Body Talk](https://addictionunlimited.com/breaking-the-chains-of-negative-body-talk/) - If you are tired of diet culture and obsessing about what to eat, how you look, and how to change it… know, you’re not alone. - [How to Overcome the Fear of Missing Out](https://addictionunlimited.com/how-to-overcome-the-fear-of-missing-out/) - Learn the FOMO meaning and how fear of missing out sabotages happiness. Discover how to overcome FOMO, stop people-pleasing, and make authentic choices. - [Benefits of Hypnosis for Treating Addiction and Other Ailments](https://addictionunlimited.com/benefits-of-hypnosis-for-treating-addiction-and-other-ailments/) - Hypnotherapy for anxiety has a 93% success rate. Learn how hypnosis quiets negative thoughts, myths debunked, and how to use it at home. Expert insights. - [Addiction Unlimited Turns 5 And We're Going Back to Episode Zero](https://addictionunlimited.com/episodezero/) - Sharing information about me so you know who you are listening to and why I do what I do. A brief insight into me, my quirks, and my love of f-bombs. - [Your Smug Inner Critic and How to Shut It Down](https://addictionunlimited.com/your-smug-inner-critic-and-how-to-shut-it-down/) - Silencing your inner critic transformed Jill's life. Hear her journey from rock bottom to redemption and learn how to tame negative self-talk for good. - [4 Secrets to Thrive In Life](https://addictionunlimited.com/4-secrets-to-thrive-in-life/) - Discover the 4 things thriving people do differently. Learn how to break through guilt, take control of your life, and create lasting change today. - [Why You're Sober But Still Have the Same Problems](https://addictionunlimited.com/why-youre-sober-but-still-have-the-same-problems/) - You're sober but still struggling? Drinking was a symptom, not the problem. Learn why recovery means healing patterns, not just removing alcohol. - [Getting Sober vs. Being in Recovery](https://addictionunlimited.com/getting-sober-vs-being-in-recovery/) - Learn the difference between sobriety and recovery, why putting down the drink isn't enough, and what it actually takes to build a stable alcohol-free life. - [You're Not Doing the Work — You're Just Watching Other People Do It](https://addictionunlimited.com/youre-not-doing-the-work-youre-just-watching-other-people-do-it/) - Feeling stuck in sobriety? Learn why quit lit and podcasts aren’t enough—and how to turn passive recovery into real, lasting change. - [Stop Trying to Change Everything: Why Sobriety Needs 100% of Your Focus](https://addictionunlimited.com/stop-trying-to-change-everything-why-sobriety-needs-100-of-your-focus/) - Stop trying to transform everything at once—it sabotages sobriety. Learn why your only job is to stay sober and how to replace alcohol's relief system. - [The Real Purpose of the 12 Steps: Healing Patterns, Not Just Addiction](https://addictionunlimited.com/the-real-purpose-of-the-12-steps-healing-patterns-not-just-addiction/) - Discover how the 12 steps can help with emotional healing, personal growth, and life after alcohol — even if you don’t identify as an addict. - [I Have No Idea What to Say Today (And That's Okay)](https://addictionunlimited.com/i-have-no-idea-what-to-say-today-and-thats-okay/) - Exhausted from overthinking before you even start? Learn why anxiety drains your energy and how to show up anyway. Real talk about burnout in recovery. - [How to Survive Holiday Overwhelm Without Compromising Your Sobriety](https://addictionunlimited.com/how-to-survive-holiday-overwhelm-without-compromising-your-sobriety/) - Feeling overwhelmed this holiday season? Learn how to manage stress, set boundaries, and stay sober without burning yourself out. - [What 'Rock Bottom' Really Means and How It's Keeping You Stuck](https://addictionunlimited.com/what-rock-bottom-really-means-and-how-its-keeping-you-stuck/) - Rock bottom isn't an event—it's a moment of truth. The comparison game ('I'm not that bad') is keeping you drinking. Learn what rock bottom really means. - [Can You Drink Again After Sobriety? The One Test That Tells You Everything](https://addictionunlimited.com/can-you-drink-again-after-sobriety-the-one-test-that-tells-you-everything/) - It's not about time. It's not about willpower. It's about how much mental real estate alcohol still occupies in your brain. - [From Witching Hour to Power Hour: Getting Through the Hardest Part of Sobriety](https://addictionunlimited.com/from-witching-hour-to-power-hour-getting-through-the-hardest-part-of-sobriety/) - Your witching hour isn't about willpower—it's about unmet needs. Learn what you're really craving and how to handle triggers without drinking. - [From Alcohol to Sugar: Understanding Food Addiction in Recovery](https://addictionunlimited.com/from-alcohol-to-sugar-understanding-food-addiction-in-recovery/) - If you've traded your nightly wine for nightly ice cream binges, you're not alone. We're unpacking the real reasons we turn to food and sugar in recovery. - [How to Stay Sober When You Can't Control Your Family: 8 Radical Shifts for the Holidays](https://addictionunlimited.com/how-to-stay-sober-when-you-cant-control-your-family-8-radical-shifts-for-the-holidays/) - Struggling to stay sober during the holidays? Learn 8 things you must stop controlling—and the one thing that protects your peace, power, and sobriety. - [6 Sobriety Traps That Trigger Relapse in Early Recovery](https://addictionunlimited.com/6-sobriety-traps-that-trigger-relapse-in-early-recovery/) - Avoid relapse with this classic episode on 6 early sobriety traps. Learn how to stay sober, build structure, and start living The Unlimited Life™. - [Stop Waiting to Feel Ready — Start Living Now](https://addictionunlimited.com/stop-waiting-to-feel-ready-start-living-now/) - Stop waiting to feel ready. In this episode, learn how to build confidence through action and create momentum in life after alcohol. Start living now. - [Why Emotional Intelligence Is Your Secret Weapon After Sobriety](https://addictionunlimited.com/why-emotional-intelligence-is-your-secret-weapon-after-sobriety/) - Emotional intelligence is the missing link after sobriety. Learn how EQ builds confidence, resilience, and stronger relationships in recovery. - [Codependency, Control, and the Illusion of Being Needed](https://addictionunlimited.com/codependency-control-and-the-illusion-of-being-needed/) - Explore how codependency disguises itself as love, and learn to detach with clarity, reclaim boundaries, and build emotional freedom after sobriety. - [My Moment of Clarity and Early Sobriety](https://addictionunlimited.com/my-moment-of-clarity-and-early-sobriety/) - Quit drinking but still feel anxious, foggy, or restless? This episode breaks down early sobriety, PAWS, and the emotional shifts no one warns you about. - [The One Tool That Transformed My Sobriety (and Still Does)](https://addictionunlimited.com/the-one-tool-that-transformed-my-sobriety-and-still-does/) - Learn how visualization rewires your subconscious, reduces anxiety, and helps you succeed in sobriety. Science-backed tools to shift your mindset and your life. - [Perfectionism, Procrastination, and Anxiety: The Patterns Keeping You Stuck After Sobriety](https://addictionunlimited.com/perfectionism-procrastination-and-anxiety-the-patterns-keeping-you-stuck-after-sobriety/) - Perfectionism isn’t discipline—it’s anxiety in disguise. Learn how it shows up, why it holds you back, and how to stop letting it run your life after sobriety. - [Why You Keep Making Bad Decisions (Even When You Know Better)](https://addictionunlimited.com/why-you-keep-making-bad-decisions-even-when-you-know-better/) - Why you keep making bad decisions, even sober. Learn how to break the instant gratification cycle and lead yourself with clarity, discipline, and power. - [If You’re Wondering “Can I Drink Again?”… Listen to This First](https://addictionunlimited.com/if-youre-wondering-can-i-drink-again-listen-to-this-first/) - Wondering if you can drink again after sobriety? Here’s how to recognize the addict traits that prove you can’t — no matter how long you’ve been sober. - [The Daily Plan for Sobriety, Structure, and Getting Unstuck](https://addictionunlimited.com/the-daily-plan-for-sobriety-structure-and-getting-unstuck/) - Quit drinking but feel stuck? Learn the daily structure that keeps you sober, focused, and free. This is your plan for life after alcohol. - [Coming Out SOBER with Mark A. Turnipseed](https://addictionunlimited.com/coming-out-sober-with-mark-a-turnipseed/) - Coming Out Sober Secrets make you sick. We talk a lot about the masks we wear in life. All the things we do to create one picture to the outside world as we try to hide who we really are on the inside. The truth is, as long as you are hiding something, the more - [Ego, Excuses, and Emotional Sobriety](https://addictionunlimited.com/ego-excuses-and-emotional-sobriety/) - If you’re sober but feel restless, numb, or stuck in old patterns—this episode on emotional sobriety will wake you up and show you what to do next. - [Stop Starting Over: Use Structure to Make Habits Last](https://addictionunlimited.com/stop-starting-over-use-structure-to-make-habits-last/) - Tired of starting over? Learn how to use structure—not willpower—to build habits that last, with brain-based strategies you can start using today. - [How to Take Action When You Don’t Feel Motivated](https://addictionunlimited.com/how-to-take-action-when-you-dont-feel-motivated/) - Discover why motivation is a mood, not a strategy — and how structure, discipline, and small daily actions create lasting momentum in life after alcohol. - [6 Powerful Recovery Phrases Sure to Make Life Better](https://addictionunlimited.com/6-powerful-recovery-phrases-sure-to-make-life-better/) - Feeling overwhelmed in sobriety? Discover 6 powerful recovery phrases that can shift your mindset fast and help you stop future-tripping for good. - [3 Surprising Ways You’re Still Sabotaging Your Sobriety](https://addictionunlimited.com/3-surprising-ways-youre-still-sabotaging-your-sobriety/) - Still feeling stuck after quitting drinking? Discover 3 surprising ways you’re sabotaging your sobriety — and how to build structure, confidence, and freedom. - [If You Have An Addictive Personality, You May Have Behavior Addictions, Too](https://addictionunlimited.com/if-you-have-an-addictive-personality-you-may-have-behavior-addictions-too/) - All the details of having an addictive personality and the signs of some behavior addictions we can pick up along the way. - [5 Signs You Are Dealing With Post-Acute Withdrawal](https://addictionunlimited.com/5-signs-you-are-dealing-with-post-acute-withdrawal/) - Whether you’re in the early stages of sobriety or have been in recovery for a while, understanding post-acute withdrawal can help you navigate the ups and downs of addiction recovery more effectively. PAWS can be a challenging phase in the addiction recovery journey, and knowing the symptoms and signs can help you create processes and - [Getting Over Your Fears of Recovery](https://addictionunlimited.com/getting-over-your-fears-of-recovery/) - All you want to do is get your life together and be present with your family, but you can’t stop thinking about all the ways your life will change. - [4 Stages of Alcoholism](https://addictionunlimited.com/4-stages-of-alcoholism/) - Alcoholism develops gradually and symptoms range depending on what stage you’re in. Get clarity on yourself, and your habits, so you can get the right support. - [10 Easy Habits That Will Transform Your Life](https://addictionunlimited.com/10-easy-habits-that-will-transform-your-life/) - You know me and how much I love simple strategies that get you exactly the results you're looking for, and these 10 powerful habits will change your life. - [People, Places & Things](https://addictionunlimited.com/people-places-things/) - Have you ever heard some of these terms; happiness by subtraction, process of elimination? It's easy to get caught up in adding things to our lives, but what about removing the things that aren't serving you? Do you have friends that don't bring out the best in you? The bar or person's house that every - [Get Prepared For 2021 The Right Way](https://addictionunlimited.com/get-prepared-for-2021-the-right-way/) - 2020 has challenged the best of us. Pushed beyond our limits, fear of the future, financial insecurity, job loss, death- it's been a lot. 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You’ve already tried harder.You’ve done the dry weeks.You’ve poured bottles down the sink.You’ve promised yourself, “Just weekends. Just one. This time it will stick.” And yet, here you are… back in the same shame spiral, asking yourself: “Why can’t I get it together?” In this episode of Addiction - [Loneliness in Sobriety: Why It Happens + How to Heal](https://addictionunlimited.com/loneliness-in-sobriety-why-it-happens-how-to-heal/) - Feeling lonely in sobriety? You’re not alone. In this episode, we break down why loneliness shows up in recovery—and how to reconnect with yourself and others. - [The Mental Exhaustion of Trying to Control Your Drinking](https://addictionunlimited.com/the-mental-exhaustion-of-trying-to-control-your-drinking/) - Tired of making drinking rules you can’t keep? Discover why moderation fails, how it drains your self-trust, and the simple shift that sets you free. - [How to Break the 5PM Drinking Habit (Without Losing Your Mind)](https://addictionunlimited.com/how-to-break-the-5pm-drinking-habit-without-losing-your-mind/) - Struggling with 5PM cravings? Learn why they happen, how to interrupt them, and build a system that actually works—without relying on willpower. - [Thriving in the Mess: The Real Work of Sobriety](https://addictionunlimited.com/thriving-in-the-mess-the-real-work-of-sobriety/) - Learn how to stay grounded in sobriety when life feels messy. Discover real tools for coping, healing, and thriving—no matter what life throws at you. - [How to Make Peace With Your Past (Even If You Regret Everything)](https://addictionunlimited.com/how-to-make-peace-with-your-past-even-if-you-regret-everything/) - Learn how to forgive yourself after drinking, release shame, and heal from guilt with this powerful episode and free Self-Forgiveness Starter Kit. - [Worried About Your Health in Sobriety? Here’s How Your Body Heals After Drinking](https://addictionunlimited.com/worried-about-your-health-in-sobriety-heres-how-your-body-heals-after-drinking/) - Struggling with health anxiety in sobriety? Learn how your body heals after quitting alcohol — from liver to brain — and how to stop the fear spiral. - [Grief in Sobriety: Saying Goodbye to Your ‘Best Frenemy’](https://addictionunlimited.com/grief-in-sobriety-saying-goodbye-to-your-best-frenemy/) - Why do we miss alcohol—even when we know it’s destroying us? In this raw and powerful episode, I’m unpacking the real reason it feels like grief when you quit drinking. We’ll look at how alcohol grooms you like a toxic partner, hijacks your identity like a cult, and lingers in your brain like a sleeping - [The Identity Crisis No One Talks About in Sobriety](https://addictionunlimited.com/the-identity-crisis-no-one-talks-about-in-sobriety/) - You quit drinking to feel better — and you do. But you also feel... a little lost. Your old life doesn’t quite fit, and the new one still feels unfamiliar. Welcome to the identity crisis no one warned you about. In this episode, we’re talking about what really happens after you get sober — the - [Should I Moderate or Quit?](https://addictionunlimited.com/should-i-moderate-or-quit/) - If you’ve been telling yourself, “I don’t think I need to quit completely—maybe I can just cut back…” This episode is for you. I’m sharing a story about a client—let’s call her Sarah—who had all the drinking “rules”: ✅only on weekends ✅never before 5 p.m. ✅only wine And still… every Monday, she felt ashamed. Not - [Sober Self-Care for Moms Who Feel Like They're Drowning](https://addictionunlimited.com/sober-self-care-for-moms-who-feel-like-theyre-drowning/) - Feeling overwhelmed without wine? Discover sober self-care tools for moms, emotional insights on drinking to cope, and how to reclaim calm without alcohol. - [Relief Not Relapse](https://addictionunlimited.com/relief-not-relapse/) - Learn how to stop alcohol cravings fast with the C.A.L.M. Method. Break the urge to drink and choose relief, not relapse—no willpower required. - [5 Hidden Patterns That Keep You Drinking](https://addictionunlimited.com/5-hidden-patterns-that-keep-you-drinking/) - You don’t drink because you’re weak. You drink because you’ve been stuck in patterns no one ever taught you how to recognize. In this powerful solo episode, I’m walking you through five emotional patterns that quietly sabotage your sobriety—even if you’ve quit drinking before, even if you think you “should have this figured out by - [5 Things to Do Instead of Drinking Tonight](https://addictionunlimited.com/5-things-to-do-instead-of-drinking-tonight/) - You don’t actually want the drink.You want relief.You want to quiet your mind, slow your breath, and feel just a little more okay. But here’s what you may not realize:You don’t need alcohol to get there.You need tools—tools that work with your brain and your body, not against them. In this episode, I’m giving you - [When Family Triggers You in Sobriety: How to Stay Sane, Set Boundaries, and Protect Your Peace](https://addictionunlimited.com/when-family-triggers-you-in-sobriety-how-to-stay-sane-set-boundaries-and-protect-your-peace/) - Why family triggers your sobriety & how to protect your peace. Set boundaries, manage anxiety, and stop relapse before it starts. Listen now. - [Stop Procrastinating](https://addictionunlimited.com/stop-procrastinating/) - You know what to do, but for some reason, you keep procrastinating and putting yourself on hold. We all struggle with the frustration of procrastination. You see the stack of things that need to be put away, you know you need to sit down and pay that bill or return that phone call- but you - [Quitting Drinking & Post Acute Withdrawal (PAWS)](https://addictionunlimited.com/quitting-drinking-post-acute-withdrawal-paws/) - We all understand when we quit drinking the goal is to not have another drink. But what do you do after that? What do you do to occupy your time or deal with your crazy anxiety? That's the hard part of quitting drinking. 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Learn how to rebuild self-trust and finally follow through with tiny steps that make staying sober easier. - [Rock Bottom: Have You Hit It & Where Do You Go From There?](https://addictionunlimited.com/rockbottom/) - I know some of you are finding yourself in a spot that is super uncomfortable and stressful, feeling like a failure and wondering if you are ever going to be able to figure out this sobriety thing- and I remember being in that exact same position. In my most unhealthy times, I actually believed that - [A&E Intervention Ken Seeley and Eric McLaughlin Talk Addiction, Treatment, and Professional Intervention](https://addictionunlimited.com/kenseeley/) - One night, in my early sobriety, I was sitting in my living room watching television and sharing microwave popcorn with my Rottweiler. Across the screen came this story of an alcoholic, way out of control, and the family who was trying to save her. As the intervention process unfolded before my eyes, I felt like - [How to Calm Anxiety and Stop Feeling Anxious Right Now](https://addictionunlimited.com/calmanxiety/) - Anxiety sucks. We all know the feeling, and we all hate it.⠀ Anxiety is a natural part of addiction and I know the struggle is real- sometimes my anxiety is absolutely debilitating. I have spent my sobriety going through different phases, levels of anxiety, it coming out at different times and in different ways. - [Things That Mess Up Your Sobriety](https://addictionunlimited.com/things-that-mess-up-your-sobriety/) - Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 32:22 — 32.0MB) | Embed Subscribe: TuneIn | RSS | More Overdrinking, on any level, feels lonely and isolating. 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In this episode I'll tell you how to build your sobriety to be big and strong, so it can protect you in those difficult moments. Quitting drinking is not a time to get - [Sex & Love Addiction with Brianne Davis](https://addictionunlimited.com/sex-love-addiction-with-brianne-davis/) - We talk about sex addiction, we talk about porn addiction, but how often do we talk about the love part? And how about when we confuse love and lust? 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Get boundary scripts, emotional prep tips, and a free guide to protect your peace and sobriety. - [How I'd Grow My Recovery If I Were Starting From Day One (Again)](https://addictionunlimited.com/how-id-grow-my-recovery-if-i-were-starting-from-day-one-again/) - If you're just starting your sobriety journey — or if you're circling back after a relapse — this is the blueprint I wish I had from Day One. In this episode, I lay out exactly how I’d approach recovery if I were starting over again today. No fluff, no perfection, just the real-life strategies that - [How to Build a Daily Sobriety Routine That Reduces Cravings and Eases Anxiety](https://addictionunlimited.com/how-to-build-a-daily-sobriety-routine-that-reduces-cravings-and-eases-anxiety/) - Learn how to build a daily sobriety routine that eases anxiety, reduces cravings, and helps you feel calm, clear, and in control—one day at a time. - [Who Are You Without Alcohol?](https://addictionunlimited.com/who-are-you-without-alcohol/) - Sober but still feel lost? In this episode, Angela Pugh explores the identity shift that happens after quitting alcohol—and how to figure out who you really are now. - [How to Get Sober Without AA (And What’s Really Holding You Back)](https://addictionunlimited.com/how-to-get-sober-without-aa-and-whats-really-holding-you-back/) - Can you quit drinking without AA? Yes—but not without the work. Learn what it really takes to get sober and stay there, with or without a program. - [What to Do When Sobriety Feels Like a Constant Battle](https://addictionunlimited.com/what-to-do-when-sobriety-feels-like-a-constant-battle/) - iological and emotional reasons behind why you feel overwhelmed after quitting alcohol, including how post-acute withdrawal and anhedonia hijack your healing. - [Relapsed Again? 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Listen in for insights and starting steps. - [How Dry January Can Transform Your Year](https://addictionunlimited.com/how-dry-january-can-transform-your-year/) - Don't waste time beating yourself up over yesterday - let's look forward to who you are going to be from this moment on and kickoff this new year together! - [Behind the Scenes: My 2024 Struggles and How to Start Fresh with Dry January](https://addictionunlimited.com/behind-the-scenes-my-2024-struggles-and-how-to-start-fresh-with-dry-january/) - From the outside, it might look like everything is smooth sailing, but the truth is, even those of us thriving in sobriety encounter challenges. As we wrap up 2024, I’m pulling back the curtain to share some personal struggles I’ve faced this year. In this episode, I open up about what’s been going on behind - [5 Roadblocks Sabotaging Your Sobriety (And How to Spot Them)](https://addictionunlimited.com/5-roadblocks-sabotaging-your-sobriety-and-how-to-spot-them/) - By spotting and addressing these five most common roadblocks, you can create a clear path toward confidence and freedom. - [Building a Recovery Lifestyle That Works](https://addictionunlimited.com/building-a-recovery-lifestyle-that-works/) - Sharing personal stories of the sobriety journey to remind you that you’re not alone and that change is not only possible, but right at your fingertips. - [Sober AF Entertainment with Duke Rumely](https://addictionunlimited.com/sober-af-entertainment-with-duke-rumely/) - Just because you don’t drink anymore, doesn’t mean you’re going to lock yourself in your house and never come out. Giving up alcohol, and everything it represents is really overwhelming. 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When you make enough deposits, the - [Connor Miller: Living A Sober Life Of Purpose](https://addictionunlimited.com/connor-miller/) - EP091- Getting sober shouldn't be complicated. If you started taking small actions today, how would your life look 2 weeks from now? Would you just be two weeks older, or would you be two weeks closer to building the life you want? Every failed attempt at sobriety chips away at you and your belief - [Self-Confidence & Sobriety: Don't Poke the Bear](https://addictionunlimited.com/self-confidence-sobriety-dont-poke-the-bear/) - Don’t poke the bear is my mantra for my addiction. It’s not about AA or any other program, it’s an Angela Pugh special; a framework about how addiction makes sense to me and if you have a deep understanding of this concept, you can apply it in all areas of your life to make - [Undercover Agent to Undercover Addict](https://addictionunlimited.com/undercover-agent-to-undercover-addict/) - When he had to get a prescription for pain medication, his doctor told him he couldn't become addicted because he was a cop. Like seeing all the tragedy of addiction makes you immune to it's powers. Brock's story could easily be a movie. Police officer and undercover agent, run over by a truck in the - [10 Life-Changing Habits You Can Start Today](https://addictionunlimited.com/10-life-changing-habits-you-can-start-today/) - Creating a life you love takes work. We're supposed to eat healthy and cook fresh food for every meal, get 10,000 steps, meditate, work, sleep, take care of your family, exercise, go to your support group meetings, do self-care... and, seriously?!? And don't forget we want all the results and changes RIGHT NOW. We are - [Living Sober FAQs](https://addictionunlimited.com/living-sober-faqs/) - When you are transitioning from a drinking life to a sober life you have a lot of questions. Not only about what life will be like, but about a whole bunch of other random stuff that you don't think about until you are in the middle of it. I get questions in the Facebook group, - [Jeff Simone of Reaction Recovery](https://addictionunlimited.com/jeff-simone-of-reaction-recovery/) - Healing from addiction is a long journey and often a confusing one. You think when you put the substance down, you will feel better. And that is true. But it doesn’t always happen right away. You have a tendency to only think about yourself in the healing process and wanting to feel better. And you - [Powerless AND Powerful](https://addictionunlimited.com/powerless-and-powerful/) - You look at your life, your family, education, and many other things and wonder how anyone could ever call you powerless. You definitely don't want to refer to yourself as powerless. The truth is, we are all powerless in certain situations. When a client or friend relapses, I'm powerless to help them get back to - [The Difference Between High-Functioning & High Bottom](https://addictionunlimited.com/the-difference-between-high-functioning-high-bottom/) - High Functioning Alcoholic In the beginning stages of realizing you’re drinking out of control you wonder how you are high functioning, and an alcoholic. In my day, we went out and bought all the self-help books and vowed to get our lives together and try harder than we’ve ever tried before! And you start a - [Jenn Kautsch of Sober Sis](https://addictionunlimited.com/jenn-kautsch-of-sober-sis/) - Everyone is unique and has their own light bulb moments, on their own time. We all know the struggle of coming to terms with the fact that we don't 'do' alcohol right. It feels like it controls you more than you control it, and it's hard to understand and even harder to leave it behind. - [Are You Ready To Quit Drinking?](https://addictionunlimited.com/are-you-ready-to-quit-drinking/) - EP087- Are you ready to quit drinking? Are you thinking you’re going to make 2020 your year to crush drinking once and for all? Do you have a plan? Are you a little stressed about what that looks like and wondering if you can do it and feeling a little scared about what life will - [Stay Sober During the Holidays & Social Situations](https://addictionunlimited.com/staying-sober-during-the-holidays-social-situations/) - We all know how awkward it can feel going into a party or celebration where people don’t necessarily know you are sober and you aren’t shouting it from the rooftops. You can feel a little out of place when your family and friends are drinking and you feel like the spotlight is on you and - [Expert Secrets You’ll Love For Sober Results](https://addictionunlimited.com/expert-secrets-youll-love-for-sober-results/) - Arlina left her corporate job to follow her personal development dreams, has mastered long-term sobriety, and is sharing all of her wisdom and humor with you! - [6 Smart Tips to Simplify Sponsorship (or Coaching!)](https://addictionunlimited.com/6-smart-tips-to-simplify-sponsorship-or-coaching/) - 6 super smart insights to understand sponsorship and Coaching, how they work, what to look for, and how to maximize your recovery experience. - [New York Times Best-Selling Author of "Party Girl" and Book Publisher Anna David](https://addictionunlimited.com/new-york-times-best-selling-author-of-party-girl-and-book-publisher-anna-david/) - Anna shares how she learned to ride the waves of change life loves to bring, to being a new mom, an old soul, and a badass recovery rockstar. - [Setting Sobriety Goals In A New Way That Makes Sense](https://addictionunlimited.com/setting-sobriety-goals-in-a-new-way-that-makes-sense/) - A powerful and inspirational way to look at what you truly want, feel good about what you’re going after, and the way you are going after it. - [Addiction In The Family](https://addictionunlimited.com/addiction-in-the-family/) - Addiction in the family Any difficulty can be resolved when people are willing to own their emotional issues and to get the process of communication healthy. You can have the kind relationships you have always wanted, but it takes becoming the kind of person who treats others the way you want to be treated regardless - [How To Conquer Mental Resistance and Energize Your Life](https://addictionunlimited.com/how-to-conquer-mental-resistance-and-energize-your-life/) - Mental Resistance Stop getting trapped in mental resistance. And right now, you may be saying, "But Angela, you don't know my life and how hard things are. I don't have support, I have kids and activities and work...." Oh boy. Do I hear you. I've had the same thoughts a thousand times. But I also - [Unlock the Meaning of Self-Sabotage & Helpful Ways to Overcome It](https://addictionunlimited.com/unlock-the-meaning-of-self-sabotage-helpful-ways-to-overcome-it/) - Self-Sabotage Meaning The title says it all. Let's start with self-sabotage meaning: Self-sabotage occurs when we destroy ourselves physically, mentally, or emotionally or deliberately hinder our own success and wellbeing by undermining personal goals and values- But why do we do it, and what does it mean? I think the best explanation I’ve ever gotten - [Reliable Tips To Survive When Your Routines Are Disrupted](https://addictionunlimited.com/reliable-tips-to-survive-when-your-routines-are-disrupted/) - There are two kinds of people in this world. Those who have routines, and those who don't. Especially when dealing with addiction because we tend to only have two modes... 100% enthralled... or completely uninterested. I definitely have routines in every area of my life and it's a good mix of wellness, Henry, and - [Filling the Void With Henry Ward](https://addictionunlimited.com/filling-the-void-with-henry-ward/) - It can be hard to figure out how to spend your time when you leave booze and alcohol behind. At the same time, if you're willing to step out of your comfort zone and make use of that extra brain power, that's all it takes. In this episode Henry Ward talks about his recovery and - [Selfish & Self-Centered](https://addictionunlimited.com/selfish-self-centered/) - Selfish. Excessively concerned with oneself with no regard for the needs or feelings of others. I’m sure we have heard this a thousand times, people telling us how selfish we are- all you think about is yourself, all you care about is you. The problem is, when I was drinking, and even early in my - [4 Simple Ways For Finding Passion In Your Life](https://addictionunlimited.com/finding-passion-in-your-life/) - Finding Passion If you find yourself doing busy work because you don’t know what else to do, or feel like you are at a total loss when it comes to knowing yourself and your hobbies, it’s time to start finding passion in your life. Imagine this: You get out of bed early feeling refreshed and ready - [Coping Skills That Will Completely Change How You Live](https://addictionunlimited.com/coping-skills-that-will-completely-change-how-you-live/) - Skills, strategies, tools for your emotional toolbox… coping skills are anything, any activity that is good for your mental wellness. Let’s start with the dictionary.com definition of “coping mechanism”, then we’ll go deeper- an adaptation to environmental stress that is based on conscious or unconscious choice and that enhances control over behavior or gives psychological - [Expectations Are Premeditated Resentments](https://addictionunlimited.com/expectations-are-premeditated-resentments/) - Expectations are premeditated resentments. When I started this journey of recovery, this is yet another piece of my puzzle that I didn’t understand or recognize. I had zero understanding that I put all these expectations on people and outcomes and situations- and then ended up mad when it didn’t go the way I thought it - [#13 Stephen Watts Futures Palm Beach](https://addictionunlimited.com/13-stephen-watts-futures-palm-beach/) - Several weeks ago, a piece came out about the addiction treatment industry on Last Week Tonight with John Oliver. The piece is really funny in parts, if you can have a laugh at the ridiculous-ness of it, and at the same time, it sheds light on the less appealing side of big business and how - [#11 Gary Coffman Chapter House Dallas](https://addictionunlimited.com/11-gary-coffman-chapter-house-dallas/) - A great episode with Gary Coffman from Dallas, TX. 30+ years sober, and 3-ish years in the addiction business, Gary is best known for his role doing outreach and business development for sober living Dallas, Chapter House. Learn more about Chapter House here: https://www.chapterhouserecovery.com/ And Gary here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gary-coffman-36584394/ - [Jen Elizabeth Talks Cults, Trauma, and Addiction](https://addictionunlimited.com/jen-elizabeth-talks-cults-trauma-and-addiction/) - You think you can't take another minute. Sobriety is hard, you don't know what to do minute to minute, your brain is working overtime reminding you of all the crazy, effed up, stupid sh*t you did in your addiction and you want to run away and numb it all in the bottom of a bottle. - [Mark Crandall From Convict to Freedom: Sobriety, Social Work, and Purpose Chaser](https://addictionunlimited.com/mark-crandall/) - EP76 If you get stuck thinking you have too many obstacles to overcome in sobriety, you're going to love this story. Mark is living proof that almost anything is possible. Overcoming all the odds; child abuse, abandonment, adoption, drugs and alcohol, prison... to become a highly educated professional bringing value and hope to the world - [Figuring It Out When You Don't Fit In Anywhere with Nate Kelly](https://addictionunlimited.com/figuring-it-out-when-you-dont-fit-in-anywhere-with-nate-kelly/) - I don't fit in anywhere Not all success stories are created equal. There are easy stories, hard stories, and everything in between. All are different and unique in their own way and all of them can have a happy ending. In this episode, I share an enlightening conversation with Nate Kelly about his quest of - [Undo Heavy-Duty Food Habits Now For A Promising Healthful Lifestyle](https://addictionunlimited.com/food-habits/) - Food Habits Food habits is a topic that comes up frequently in my professional, and personal, life. We see people in the Facebook group posting about eating too much sugar in early sobriety, or that they are eating out of control now that they aren't drinking. Some wonder if they will lose weight, others are - [Toxic Relationship With Alcohol](https://addictionunlimited.com/toxic-relationship-with-alcohol/) - Alcohol is gaslighting you. It abuses you and humiliates you, it makes you feel terrible about yourself and makes your anxiety explode- then in the next breath it’s telling you how it can solve all your problems. You don’t drink for a few days or weeks, then you hear it whispering to you telling you - [This Is Why You're Anxious. Dr. Don Wood Explains What's Under The Surface](https://addictionunlimited.com/this-is-why-youre-anxious-dr-don-wood-explains-whats-under-the-surface/) - Are you exhausted by the constant chatter that wears you out and brings you down? If this sounds familiar then today's episode is for you. You may think you just have anxiety, alcoholism or ADD, or many other things, but wait 'til you hear what's going on under the surface and how to heal it. - [3 Stages Of Relapse And How To Triumph Over Temptation](https://addictionunlimited.com/3-stages-of-relapse-and-how-to-triumph-over-temptation/) - stages of relapse What if I told you that you could statistically increase your chances of living an alcohol-free life, even if you’re just getting started, or you’ve been struggling with staying sober? Well, today I have 3 proven steps to help you do exactly that, and these are the same steps you’ll use to - [What to Do When Your Finances Are Out of Control](https://addictionunlimited.com/what-to-do-when-your-finances-are-out-of-control/) - finances I want to talk about something that is near and dear to my heart, and if you aren’t already thinking about this in your life and finding solutions, you’ll want to start after this conversation. This is a huge issue, not only in recovery, but for everyone. 63% of Americans are living paycheck to - [When You Understand Emotional Intelligence Your Feelings Are More Manageable](https://addictionunlimited.com/when-you-understand-emotional-intelligence-your-feelings-are-more-manageable/) - Emotional Intelligence Today we're talking about some limitations. You know those habits you have that turn a conversation into a fight, or, make you avoid a conversation altogether because you know it won’t go well – the kind of traits that you absolutely need to develop and strengthen to improve every area of your life, - [How to Unlock Your Emotional & Relationship Patterns](https://addictionunlimited.com/adult-child/) - Some of you may be aware of another program we talk about in recovery, or, another struggle many of us have, and that’s being the adult child of an alcoholic/addict or being an adult child from a dysfunctional family. And for those of you who aren’t familiar… growing up with these circumstances leaves wounds and - [Must-Hear Tips to Elevate Your Self-Care Routine](https://addictionunlimited.com/must-hear-tips-to-elevate-your-self-care-routine/) - self care routine If you are a human being with a beating heart, you’re going to want to take notes with this episode because this topic is a game-changer! And you know how I love to come at things from a different angle so we are talking about this in a way that no one - [Quitting Sugar Tips To Make You Feel Motivated](https://addictionunlimited.com/quitting-sugar-tips-to-make-you-feel-motivated/) - quitting sugar If you’re looking for inspiration to get more energy, lose some extra pounds, get rid of your achy joints, improve your skin and digestion… you’ve come to the right place! If you're anything like me, you want to live a healthier lifestyle and make good choices for yourself and your family. And being - [Healthy Coping Skills to Deal With Uncomfortable Feelings](https://addictionunlimited.com/healthy-coping-skills-to-deal-with-uncomfortable-feelings/) - coping mechanisms If you know that picking up a drink, or joint, or whatever is no longer an option, there’s no more Wine Wednesday or day drinking at brunch on the weekend, and you are ready to feel better and more in control of your life, you’re in the right place. Stress can sometimes get - [Making It Back When Relapse Is A Part of Your Recovery](https://addictionunlimited.com/making-it-back-when-relapse-is-a-part-of-your-recovery/) - relapse When you make a BIG mistake, pull up your bootstraps, get scrappy, and use it as a learning experience. Have you ever made a hasty mistake in your personal development journey that had the potential to be a disaster? I definitely have. 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You run out of time and don't know how to deal with feelings without numbing out, your family and friends don't completely understand, and all you know for sure is you can't drink! You are in the right place. If you are looking for - [Has Life Knocked You Out?](https://addictionunlimited.com/has-life-knocked-you-out/) - EP093- At some point, we all have setbacks. Whether it's a job, a relationship, sobriety, kids or whatever else we face on a daily basis. And, most of the time, the mental and emotional struggle are longer lasting than the hardship we face. In this episode, I'll share an interesting article and survey I - [A Life Full Of Unmanageability](https://addictionunlimited.com/a-life-full-of-unmanageability/) - EP091- I've built a solid foundation of honesty, dependability, and responsibility in my sober life. My anxiety is totally manageable, I have no drama and no lies to keep up with. But I didn't start out that way... 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Here's a quick bio to introduce you to today's guest, Emily Lynn Paulson: Emily Lynn Paulson is the author - [Building A Strong Foundation For Recovery: Friends, Fellowship & Support](https://addictionunlimited.com/building-a-strong-foundation-for-recovery-friends-fellowship-support/) - EP082- When it comes to your life, I know you want to live with confidence as the sober and best version of yourself. In order to do that you need a community of support. Not only to support you in your recovery, but to walk with you along the way. In my early recovery - [Mistakes in Sobriety](https://addictionunlimited.com/mistakes-in-sobriety/) - So today I am going to talk about some of the biggest mistakes I see people make in early sobriety or recovery. 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Brittany shares her experience of finding Crossfit in her personal recovery, and the - [F*ed Up Thinking Can F* Up Your Recovery](https://addictionunlimited.com/fedupthinking/) - We’re going to talk about common thinking errors – in AA they say stinking thinking – in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy it’s called cognitive errors or cognitive distortions. As we know, everybody is recovering from something- it’s just a part of life, we are exhausted and wounded and usually overwhelmed between jobs, kids, spouses, bills- it’s - [What Is This Higher Power Sh*t?!?](https://addictionunlimited.com/what-is-this-higher-power-sht/) - This concept of a higher power really gets people charged up, including me. As true rebellious souls, addicted people love to go against the grain. Every grain. And higher power is no different. It feels like people get so caught up in their rebellion against 'God' that they forget about the part that says 'of - [Is Addiction Fixable? 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You can see this sober future full of friends and laughter, having a clear mind, and achieving more than ever to build your dream life. - [Sensible Tips To Life & Recovery With Adam Jablin](https://addictionunlimited.com/sensible-tips-to-life-recovery-with-adam-jablin/) - "My journey led me to face not just alcohol and drugs, but all of my addictions and dependencies. My classic tale of descent and redemption can unleash the Superman hidden in each of us. A Superman who SAVES LIVES!" Without the constant pressure that was pushing him to drink and engage in drug use, Adam - [BIG Work I Wish I Had Done Sooner (and What You Should Know)](https://addictionunlimited.com/thrive-in-recovery-with-amy-guerrero/) - Do you find yourself wondering if you are working on the right things? Or, asking yourself what you should be focused on at this stage of your recovery? This is one of the biggest challenges in early sobriety, especially the first year or two. 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You sit down at your computer, you open a tab to get started on your first task. - [The Secret To Change How You Feel About Yourself](https://addictionunlimited.com/the-secret-to-change-how-you-feel-about-yourself/) - Change how you feel You use substances and behaviors to change how you feel, because you don’t feel good. For all my listeners who have dreams of a wonderful life and maybe struggle with a little self-doubt, fear of failure, or have an inner critic that tends to be a little harsh, this episode is - [Best Money & Credit-Building Strategies You Can Start Today](https://addictionunlimited.com/best-money-credit-building-strategies-you-can-start-today/) - Credit Repair If you've lost hope, or you're looking for some, you're not alone and today's episode is all about taking some small simple steps to find hope in the midst of the overwhelm of credit stress and credit repair. I've worked with a lot of clients through financial stress - job loss, divorce, over - [Guaranteed Ways to Make Sleep Easier for You](https://addictionunlimited.com/guaranteed-ways-to-make-sleep-easier-for-you/) - Sleep Hygiene I’ve been at this Life Coaching thing for a long time and sleep hygiene is a problem for a lot of people. I’ve worked with thousands of people and I’ve gotten pretty good at recognizing patterns. Specifically, patterns that cause challenges and often stop capable people in their tracks. One common struggle I’ve - [Strategies You Need To Turn The Tables On Wine O'Clock](https://addictionunlimited.com/strategies-you-need-to-turn-the-tables-on-wine-oclock/) - Wine O'Clock A successful recovery has everything to do with how you plan your day and approach your challenges. Imagine this scenario: You've been alcohol-free for a minute, and you really want to continue waking up without a hangover and having a clear head. You're getting through the days, you're on track, and overall, you're - [How to Stay Engaged and Inspired In Your Life](https://addictionunlimited.com/how-to-stay-engaged-and-inspired-in-your-life/) - How to stay engaged in life Get ready to tackle the uninspired daily grind and uncover this not-so-secret framework that I use in my life (and with my clients!) to stay engaged in your life and feel inspired. Let's be real: kids, jobs, sobriety, households, yoga, and everything else you try to do to have - [Build A Simple Foundation For Successful Sobriety](https://addictionunlimited.com/build-a-simple-foundation-for-successful-sobriety/) - Whether you are getting sober, going through a breakup, or just look at yourself in the mirror one day and recognize it’s time to make some changes because you aren’t feeling great about who you are or how you’re treating people. You have to have stellar coping skills, the ability to adapt, and the ability - [Simple Formulas That Will Build Powerful Sobriety](https://addictionunlimited.com/simple-formulas-that-will-build-powerful-sobriety/) - Powerful Sobriety One of my Addiction Unlimited besties is the textbook definition of a recovery warrior. He's in his second year sober, has been a valuable member of our Facebook group and Sober Society Membership community, and is an incredible example of how to get through sobriety, know yourself, and learn how to set boundaries - [Quickly See What Happens With Unresolved Trauma](https://addictionunlimited.com/quickly-see-what-happens-with-unresolved-trauma/) - "Machines are built to work 24/7, but not human beings." This is a fantastic quote from Marie Forleo that has always stood out to me because most humans aren't very good at balancing all the areas of life to be sane and healthy. And that goes for our mental wellness, too. We have to be - [Guaranteed Results When Your Social Life Is Stalled](https://addictionunlimited.com/guaranteed-results-when-your-social-life-is-stalled/) - Stalled Social Life It's Friday night and you're home, alone, zero invitations to go anywhere, it's just you, your seltzer, and Netflix. Again. You feel like your social life is stalled, you're stuck in a rut of boring, and your regular activities just aren't doing it for you right now. But what do you do? - [One Woman's Wonderful Journey With Sex Addiction And Healing](https://addictionunlimited.com/one-womans-wonderful-journey-with-sex-addiction-and-healing/) - Sex Addiction What kind of life do you dream of living? What type of impact do you want to have on your family and the people you love? If you don't think it's possible to get crystal clear on how to take your sex addiction, or any addiction, and leverage it into massive purpose, recovery - [The Challenge Of Dealing With Judgmental People](https://addictionunlimited.com/the-challenge-of-dealing-with-judgmental-people/) - Judgmental Person Being a judgmental person is usually a defense mechanism people use to try to boost their own sense of self-worth. Being judgy and gossipy is a way to get an ego boost, although it has quite the opposite effect. You know the people who are at the office or the gym or the - [How To Reclaim Your Relationship When One Partner Gets Sober](https://addictionunlimited.com/alcoholic-spouse/) - Alcoholic Spouse Choosing to get sober can be one of the scariest, wildest, and most beautiful decisions you ever make. But what about the people you share your life with and, possibly, shared drinks with? Those that held your hair while you were sick, forgave you for the awful things you said and did, who - [The Bottom Line On The High-Functioning Alcoholic](https://addictionunlimited.com/the-bottom-line-on-the-high-functioning-alcoholic/) - High Functioning Alcoholic Many people deny a drinking problem because they are a high functioning alcoholic. You haven't had a tragic rock bottom moment yet, so you can continue to tell yourself, "I'm not that bad". But, rock bottom isn't about tragedy or an event that happens to you. Rock bottom is that feeling you - [The Hidden Secrets of People & Porn Addiction](https://addictionunlimited.com/secrets-of-porn-addiction/) - Porn Addiction One of the fastest growing addictions is sex and porn addiction. Just because something is uncomfortable to talk about, doesn’t mean we can ignore it and sweep it under the rug because it’s awkward. Addictions of every kind are on the rise- food, drugs, sex, alcohol, shopping...all of them. 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In a nutshell, I got sober on January 7, 2006 after crashing my car at 70mph and - [Simplified Answers You Need To Uncommon Questions](https://addictionunlimited.com/simplified-answers-you-need-to-uncommon-questions/) - People often ask me their most challenging life questions and want to know how I manage the day-to-day struggles we all go through. And I will always tell you I live and die by knowing myself, my strengths, and my weaknesses. Without that strong sense of self I wouldn't be able to set myself up - [TEDx Speaker Yolanda Harper | Addiction, Anxiety, Depression, & Trauma](https://addictionunlimited.com/tedx-speaker-yolanda-harper-addiction-anxiety-depression-trauma/) - Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 55:22 — 51.3MB) | Embed Subscribe: TuneIn | RSS | More Nobody likes it when anxiety comes out of nowhere and makes you feel like all you want to do is go home, lock the door, and hide from the world. There is a massive correlation between - [Are You Teachable In Sobriety?](https://addictionunlimited.com/are-you-teachable-in-sobriety/) - You don't want to give in to excuses and drink again, you want to figure out who you are and learn how to deal with emotions instead of escape reality- which is what you've always done. Learning to deal with feelings, and not numb out can be challenging. And you can do it with this - [Are You Investing In Your Recovery?](https://addictionunlimited.com/invest-in-your-recovery/) - EP081- Are you ready for a fresh start? You want your recovery to be different this time, you want it to work, you are tired of spinning your wheels and ending up back at square one. Been there. It can be so hard to figure out where to start, and it feels overwhelming. Let's break - [The Real Danger of Your Drunk Identity](https://addictionunlimited.com/the-real-danger-of-your-drunk-identity/) - Ready to meet your new identity? What the heck does that even mean?!? Let me tell ya. You spent years creating your drunk identity, just like I did. The party person, grumpy person, lying person, hungover person, we've all been there. And this is the identity we know and the identity we've shown to the - [How to NOT Drink When Everyone Else Is](https://addictionunlimited.com/how-to-not-drink-when-everyone-else-is/) - Business trip, pool party, happy hour, family gathering- there are a million reasons you may end up at an event where people don't know you are sober, and you don't necessarily want to tell them. So, how do you stay sober when no one is watching? With a little forethought this can be an easy - [Therapist Approved: Why Healthy Boundaries Make Your Life Easier](https://addictionunlimited.com/healthy-boundaries/) - You want to set healthy boundaries, but you feel guilty. A people-pleaser in a family that didn’t talk about feelings, sweep everything under the rug, and maybe you were labeled as 'too emotional'. Then, you grew up believing you don't have the right to say no to things or stand up for yourself. Our guest - [Amy Dresner Rehab Confidential](https://addictionunlimited.com/amy-dresner-rehab-confidential/) - Growing up in Beverly Hills, Amy Dresner had it all: a top-notch private school education, the most expensive summer camps, and even a weekly clothing allowance. But at 24, she started dabbling in meth in San Francisco and unleashed a fiendish addiction monster. Soon, if you could snort it, smoke it, or have sex with, - [Helpful Secrets You Need To Stop The Self-Control Tailspin Now](https://addictionunlimited.com/helpful-secrets-you-need-to-stop-the-self-control-tailspin-now/) - You may equate self-discipline and self-control to be virtually the same thing, and according to Webster’s Dictionary they pretty much are. But when it comes to the world of psychology, they are defined as two different processes. Having strong self-control can help you keep your debit card on lockdown and save you from impulse shopping - [Inside View That Will Make Your Recovery Better](https://addictionunlimited.com/inside-view-that-will-make-your-recovery-better/) - You want to learn how to stop letting alcohol ruin your mood, your behavior, and damaging your life. But figuring out weekends, and vacations, and coping skills all feel overwhelming. It feels like there is so much to manage when quitting drinking. And this is why it's so important to get back to basics and - [Stuck In A Rut: My Growth Is At A Standstill](https://addictionunlimited.com/stuck-in-a-rut-my-growth-is-at-a-standstill/) - Do you feel like you are in a bit of a personal rut? You’re in good company: the number of people struggling with their mental health has increased considerably in the past two years. Thankfully, feeling stuck in a rut is something you have the tools to deal with, and in this episode we'll talk - [A Dirty Little Secret: Sober In The Service Industry](https://addictionunlimited.com/a-dirty-little-secret-sober-in-the-service-industry/) - When you work in the service industry as a bartender, server, chef, or anything else, you know firsthand the culture is all about late nights and hard partying. People who work in restaurants, food service or hospitality have higher rates of problem drinking and substance abuse than the general population. As I researched this topic, - [Secrets About Self-Esteem That Will Blow Your Mind](https://addictionunlimited.com/secrets-about-self-esteem-that-will-blow-your-mind/) - My whole life I was a quitter. I’d work out for awhile then quit. I’d lose a few pounds then quit and gain it back. I’d start a new thing I wanted to do, and as soon as it was hard I’d quit. I was so scared to fail and scared to feel embarrassed and - [How To Get Relationship Bliss With These Simple Steps](https://addictionunlimited.com/how-to-get-relationship-bliss-with-these-simple-steps/) - Be happy in your relationship even if your partner won't do a thing! Are you in the midst of a relationship rough patch or trying to heal from the last one? No relationship is free from ups and downs, but we often lack the skills to jump in, do the work, and make it better. - [The Complete Guide to Understanding Your Codependence Problem](https://addictionunlimited.com/the-complete-guide-to-understanding-your-codependence-problem/) - I'm giving you my deepest codependence secrets in this one and I'm willing to bet you can relate! This is the second episode in my 3-part series, Boundaries, Codependence, & Self-Esteem. I like doing the deep dive into these concepts, figuring out how to apply it to your daily life how it makes sense for - [Facts About Gambling Addiction You Need to Know](https://addictionunlimited.com/facts-about-gambling-addiction-you-need-to-know/) - Gambling is addictive because it stimulates the brain's reward system much like drugs or alcohol can. In fact, gambling addiction is the most common impulse control disorder worldwide. THAT... is a bold and frightening statement from addictioncenter.com and I feel like I'm still a little in shock from reading it. Not enough people are talking - [What Unhealthy Boundaries Tell Others About You](https://addictionunlimited.com/what-unhealthy-boundaries-tell-others-about-you/) - When you don't set healthy boundaries with the people around you, it sends a crystal-clear message... and it's one you may not be aware of. There are several types of boundaries you are setting everyday without even realizing it. When you ignore a phone call because you are in the middle of your morning routine - [How To Deal With Codependence](https://addictionunlimited.com/how-to-deal-with-codependence/) - Taking adversity and using it to our advantage is the name of the game around here. And today is no different. Is it difficult for you to make decisions in your relationships? Do you have trouble identifying your feelings, communicating effectively and trusting yourself? If you are furiously nodding your head yes.... you'll definitely want - [The Science Of Sobriety And How To Feel Better Faster](https://addictionunlimited.com/the-science-of-sobriety-and-how-to-feel-better-faster/) - There's a bit more to drug and alcohol withdrawal than just the physical symptoms and discomfort. The initial withdrawal or, detox, period is mostly about your body's healing and purging the poison. The next phase is all about your brain. Post Acute Withdrawal happens after that initial couple of weeks when you quit drinking and - [What No One Tells You About Overeating](https://addictionunlimited.com/what-noone-tells-you-about-your-eating-habits/) - Our relationship with food has become disordered and borderline obsessive. As we ring in the new year we ring in new promises to ourselves to "be better", "try harder", and make all those changes we thought about last year. But, it doesn't have to be such a struggle to learn good eating habits. Especially if - [How To Break Your Bad Habits in 6 Easy Steps](https://addictionunlimited.com/how-to-break-your-bad-habits-in-6-easy-steps/) - You know you want to change. You know you need to change. Yet, you resist change for some reason you have yet to understand. This episode's for you. But that old saying, "You can't teach an old dog new tricks", just isn't true. Not saying you are old... or a dog... The truth is, old - [Signs You Should Stop Trying To Moderate Your Drinking](https://addictionunlimited.com/signs-you-should-stop-trying-to-moderate-your-drinking/) - Drinking less and feeling better is the desire of struggling drinkers everywhere. It's why we start this journey in the first place, right? Less alcohol consumption, better life. My guest on today's episode, Gillian Tietz, changed her life forever when she was forced to take a hard look at her drinking habits and as a - [How To Forgive Yourself](https://addictionunlimited.com/how-to-forgive-yourself/) - You can't drive your car looking in the rearview mirror so why do you live your life that way? If you want to move forward and create a new life, you have to look forward. In this episode, I'm bringing you a BIG solution to a BIG problem. It's big solution because it is so - [The Recovery Struggle Is REAL](https://addictionunlimited.com/the-recovery-struggle-is-real/) - There’s a really good reason you hear “the struggle is real”. Alcoholics and the alcohol-free alike hear the word “struggle” and think, “Ah, my familiar friend. I know exactly what the struggle feels like.” It feels like poo. 💩 You could *genuinely* love your recovery! But the hours it takes from the other areas of - [How To Deal With Feelings And Prevent Relapse](https://addictionunlimited.com/how-to-deal-with-feelings-and-prevent-relapse/) - Do you wish you had more balance and control over your feelings and moods? Tens of millions of people around the world struggle with anxiety, depression, and general overwhelm with life. And, although these feelings are now more common, many find it hard to understand what they're feeling and how to find the right solutions - [When You Get Sober, And Your Partner Doesn't](https://addictionunlimited.com/when-you-get-sober-and-your-partner-doesnt/) - Are you frustrated with having to face a partner who is still drinking or using drugs, when you've made the decision to change your life? My guest on this episode is a master at putting together a powerful conversation with the partner you love, who is still on the drinking train. Beverly Buncher is a - [6 Foolproof Ways to Not Be A Quitter](https://addictionunlimited.com/6-foolproof-ways-to-not-be-a-quitter/) - If I'm being totally honest, I was a quitter my whole life. I didn't want to do hard things. I didn't care about being committed to something, and I was too selfish to get off my buns and show up for something when I didn't feel like it. I had so much fear of embarrassing - [Navigating Addictions with Coach Alyssa Rocco](https://addictionunlimited.com/navigating-addictions-with-coach-alyssa-rocco/) - When you think about your “addictive personality”, do you automatically make a cringey face? I see it all the time. This is a journey of being relentless and diligent to create the life you want. Not apologizing for who you are, not worrying about what others think of your journey, but being comfortable and confident - [Seltzer Squad: Kate & Jes](https://addictionunlimited.com/seltzer-squad-kate-jes/) - The addiction and recovery community has never been more vibrant, open, and fun. And these two ladies are proof of that! Recovery podcasts are popping up left and right. Different people from different walks of life sharing their experiences of what sobriety looks like. It's never been more fun to be sober. If you listen - [Break Free and Live](https://addictionunlimited.com/break-free-and-live/) - Addiction Unlimited has an incredible, supportive Facebook group and today’s episode is one of our listeners, and one of my MVPs in the FB group. I plucked him right out of the crowd to come on and do an episode with me to share his journey, his struggles, and his strengths. Stephen shares how his - [The Best Solutions You Can Have For Anxiety](https://addictionunlimited.com/the-best-solutions-you-can-have-for-anxiety/) - It surprised me to read that some 40 million adults in the US have some sort of anxiety disorder. That's a lot! I've known for several years that I have anxiety. And it can manifest in different ways at different times. Sometimes it's social anxiety where I don't like being in a group of people. - [Juicy Tips On How You Can Combat Recovery Fatigue](https://addictionunlimited.com/juicy-tips-on-how-you-can-combat-recovery-fatigue/) - Let’s talk recovery fatigue. Not the kind of fatigue where you are tired because you are early in your recovery and your body is on the roller coaster ride of it’s lifetime- but the fatigue you feel because you are doing so many things for your recovery you feel exhausted by it all. You are - [Life Changing Habits To Create More Freedom And Live Your Best Life](https://addictionunlimited.com/life-changing-habits-to-create-more-freedom-and-live-your-best-life/) - Success stories tell-all. I love hearing what other people are up to and how they build the amazing lives they are living. It's like a secret glimpse into the lifestyles of the sober and infamous 😂 In today's episode I reached out to a few of my friends and peers and asked them to share - [The Subtle Art Of Living Sober With Wade Bergquist](https://addictionunlimited.com/the-subtle-art-of-living-sober-with-wade-bergquist/) - "I'm not in the results business. I'm in the effort business." - Wade Bergquist Recovery is more than just putting down the drink. It's an accomplishment, a skill, a lifestyle and way of being, and in today's episode Wade and I are going to talk about how to step into this new life that is - ["I Can't Do This, Recovery Is So Hard" And Other Lies That Are Killing Your Sober Vibe](https://addictionunlimited.com/i-cant-do-this-recovery-is-so-hard-and-other-lies-that-are-killing-your-sober-vibe/) - There is a better life waiting for you. And you're almost there. I remember feeling like I would never be able to get over my fears and finally quit drinking. And, for awhile, I gave up. The idea of giving up alcohol and everything it represents is terrifying. Wondering how your friends and family will - [Fight Fair: How To Avoid Confrontation & Resolve Conflict Like A Pro](https://addictionunlimited.com/fight-fair-how-to-avoid-confrontation-resolve-conflict-like-a-pro/) - As human beings, we all struggle with a lack of communication skills, and have no fear, it's totally normal to feel overwhelmed with this sometimes. There are many things that make confrontation difficult and make you want to avoid it at all costs. None of us wants to be in an argument or fight, we - [Dennis Berry of Funky Brain Podcast](https://addictionunlimited.com/dennis-berry-of-funky-brain-podcast/) - It's a hundred miles into the forest, and a hundred miles out. Sometimes it feels like it takes forever to get relief in sobriety. You want relief from the pain and you want it as quickly as possible. You see other people who look like they are thriving sober, they seem happy, they're smiling and - [How To Find the Right Mentor And Why It’s A Game Changer](https://addictionunlimited.com/how-to-find-the-right-mentor-and-why-its-a-game-changer/) - If you’re taking advice from more than 3 influencers, experts, gurus, teachers, mentors... whatever you want to call them… you are stunting your recovery growth. A mentor is someone who has walked the path before you, and has succeeded in a way that you aspire to succeed, also. They give you tools, tips, and guidance - [The Power of Movement: How To Avoid Loneliness, Cut Out Boredom, & Have Fun](https://addictionunlimited.com/the-phoenix/) - We all struggle with finding things to do as we shift from our old lifestyle of chaos and substance, to a new lifestyle that we can’t quite define yet. You know you need to be busy, you know you want to be connected, and you know you want to still have fun… even sober. What - [The Ultimate Recovery Recipe](https://addictionunlimited.com/the-ultimate-recovery-recipe/) - If you want to know how to thrive in your life and not just survive, you want to be clear about what needs to be done to move you forward you want to feel in charge and you want to make sure you absolutely love the life that you create ...then this episode is for - [10 Things To Tell People Why You Aren't Drinking](https://addictionunlimited.com/10-things-to-tell-people-why-you-arent-drinking/) - What if I told you you could go to all the summer events, pool parties, camping trips, going to the lake for the weekend, family vacays and bbq’s and get through them easily, even if you are in the beginning of your sobriety? Today we are talking all about awkward summertime situations. Or, how we - [Sober Sunday Clubhouse App with Jenna Malyon](https://addictionunlimited.com/sober-sunday-with-jenna-malyon/) - You know the importance of building your sober tribe, and Jenna has become a part of mine, and YOURS! In this episode, Jenna shares her recovery journey as someone who got sober during a global pandemic after drinking her entire adult life. I met Jenna when I started Sober Sunday on the Clubhouse app. She - [ADD/ADHD Problems](https://addictionunlimited.com/add-adhd-problems/) - Have you ever felt like you just don’t fit anywhere because your brain is going 100 mph and no one understands you? Or, you feel like you drive people crazy because you are scattered and disorganized, you constantly interrupt people, or maybe you walk out of the room right in the middle of someone’s sentence! - [Strength In Time With Jarrod Collier](https://addictionunlimited.com/strength-in-time-with-jarrod-collier/) - There's a feeling I get when I connect with other people with addiction. It's a deep sense of connection, friendship, acceptance, love, and understanding. We connect on a soul level because we are the only ones that understand what it's like, what it means, to have this illness. We know one another in a different - [How To Say I'm Sorry/Make Amends](https://addictionunlimited.com/makeamends/) - There is no doubt that saying "I’m Sorry" can be difficult and feel super awkward. Some people believe that to apologize is admitting we are ‘wrong’, or it means we ‘lose’ the argument. First of all, if your goal is to win an argument, you are already on the wrong path. To make amends or - [Life Coach v. Recovery Coach](https://addictionunlimited.com/life-coach-v-recovery-coach/) - I can't believe it has been 13 years since I took my first course to become a Life Coach. Every day I woke up I wanted to help people. I woke up feeling more and more excited about building the next chapter of my life and leaving behind the last bits of disappointment from my old - [Relationship Expert Lana Elco](https://addictionunlimited.com/relationship-expert-lana-elco/) - Lana Elco specializes in working with prominent visionary women and leading women entrepreneurs on their most intimate relationships & deeply private areas of life. Her focus is guiding her clients into the deepest level of intimacy and transforming their intimate relationships into a work of Art. Lana believes that our intimate relationships are overdue for transformation. - [What I Learned Doing 90 Meetings In 90 Days](https://addictionunlimited.com/what-i-learned-doing-90-meetings-in-90-days/) - Before I got sober I struggled to do the most basic things. I spent the majority of my time drunk, hungover, or thinking about and planning the next drinking event. I was full of fear, had to drink to calm my anxiety and discomfort, and I never did anything outside of my little safe comfort - [Top 5 Ways To Sabotage Sobriety](https://addictionunlimited.com/top-5-ways-to-sabotage-sobriety/) - Ever wonder "how did they get sober?" when you have been struggling to get there yourself? In the online world, we often compare ourselves to other people... even when we don't mean to. But we have to remember, we don't see what is going on behind closed doors. People often ask me how to avoid - [12 Morning Routine Ideas](https://addictionunlimited.com/12-morning-routine-ideas/) - You hear the alarm go off, you don't want to get up because you stayed up late last night watching one more episode of that show you love, you hit the snooze, and hit it again... and again. Next thing you know, you're 20 minutes late and already mad at yourself and your day and - [Stop Worrying](https://addictionunlimited.com/stop-worrying/) - It seems like nearly everyone is running around the planet stuck in anxiety and worry. Especially since coronavirus started. 40 million people in the United States suffer from anxiety. It is the number one mental illness. Thoughts start swirling around your head, what's going to happen, will it be okay, I can't pay my bills, - [7 Little Things That Say A Lot About You](https://addictionunlimited.com/7-little-things-that-say-a-lot-about-you/) - Your biggest responsibility in life is to be the best version of yourself and be responsible for your own life and behaviors. I came across this fantastic article by Anthony J. Yeung, on Medium and I wanted to share his insights and how we can adapt it to our selves and our lives. We spend - [Shantell Ogden: Songs to Recover By](https://addictionunlimited.com/shantell-ogden-songs-to-recover-by/) - "This is an album that helps to combat addiction, fears and anxieties and serves as a reminder that with the bad comes the good and to hold onto your loved ones as you travel through the ups-and-downs of life" - Alan Cackett, British Country Music Hall of Fame (shantellogden.com) Addiction touches everyone. Whether it's a family member, - [5 Surefire Ways to Build Your Self-Esteem](https://addictionunlimited.com/5-surefire-ways-to-build-your-self-esteem/) - Self-esteem feels like this elusive 'thing' we want, but aren't really sure how to get it. You know your self-esteem isn't great. You can see how it's holding you back in your life. But how do you change it? What are the actual steps you take on a daily basis to make it better? You're - [Sugar Addiction with Mike Collins](https://addictionunlimited.com/sugar-addiction-with-mike-collins/) - “It’s a lonely situation if you don’t have support.” - Mike Collins That's the understatement of the century! We can all agree that life can feel daunting and very lonely if you don't have a tribe. As people with addiction, this is especially important. I need to be connected with people who think like me, - [The Difference Between Sobriety & Recovery](https://addictionunlimited.com/the-difference-between-sobriety-recovery/) - Everybody is recovering from something. Sobriety is stopping the substance, recovery is healing. There are so many pieces of life and self that are affected by drinking. Our personalities change, our responses to people and life change, and our ability to bounce back changes. Sobriety is putting the substance down and getting a clear mind - [4 Ways To Get Through Change](https://addictionunlimited.com/4-ways-to-get-through-change/) - The thing about recovery is that one minute you might have it all going for you getting an A+... and the next, all you’ve got is one big fat F. (No not that one!) Fear. No matter what level you’re at, there will always be times when you just don’t know what to do. In - [Forgive Yourself](https://addictionunlimited.com/forgive-yourself/) - Do you think back on some of the crazy things you did while drinking and feel overwhelmed with guilt and embarrassment? Feelings are overwhelming. Especially when you don't know how to cope with them. Every feeling serves a purpose and one of the greatest gifts of recovery is learning to recognize feelings, NOT panic, and - [The Instant Gratification Trap](https://addictionunlimited.com/the-instant-gratification-trap/) - We so often screw up decisions because we are stuck in seeking instant gratification. You feel bad and you want it to go away right now. You feel a craving and you want to eliminate it this second. You feel uncomfortable and you want to change it instantly. Recovery isn’t instant. Recovery is a long - [Choice: Feed Your Addiction or Feed Your Recovery](https://addictionunlimited.com/choice-feed-your-addiction-or-feed-your-recovery/) - How many times a week do you ask yourself, "What am I doing???" If you're ready to give your recovery a boost that will make you and your sobriety feel stronger, you won't want to miss this episode. You know you need a plan, a different way to live, especially now that you aren’t pumping - [Are You Being Private About Your Recovery or Keeping It A Secret?](https://addictionunlimited.com/are-you-being-private-about-your-recovery-or-keeping-it-a-secret/) - I don’t want to be living a double life in my recovery like I was in my addiction. I went out of my way to create this picture for the outside world, to hide what was really going on on the inside. And if that was my behavior when I was drinking, then I definitely - [Looking Back On The First Year Sober](https://addictionunlimited.com/looking-back-on-the-first-year-sober/) - The first months of sobriety are a roller coaster. In the beginning, you feel motivated, strong and confident- then, somewhere along the way, you begin to question if you can really do it, the committee starts telling you it's okay to drink again for a million reasons, you may feel bored, lonely, and restless. I - [Don't Mess Up Your Recovery](https://addictionunlimited.com/dont-mess-up-your-recovery/) - In the early days, getting sober feels like a full-time job. You have to think about it all the time, you have to do things to protect your sobriety, you have to have new boundaries with friends and family while you get things figured out, and you always have that nagging feeling in the back - [Is Relapse A Choice?](https://addictionunlimited.com/is-relapse-a-choice/) - EP079- For me, drinking was survival. It was not fun anymore. I hated it. I felt like its hostage, and I despised it. And at the same time, I knew I couldn’t survive without it. When I was living that life, I didn’t have a choice. Alcohol had me brainwashed, and the bear was fully - [You Can't Stay Clean If You're Still Living Dirty](https://addictionunlimited.com/you-cant-stay-clean-if-youre-still-living-dirty/) - Lying, manipulating, being lazy, avoiding life... that's not a great recipe for clean living. ⁠ When I think about the person I was in my active addiction, when I was still drinking, and I think about my personality traits and how I made decisions, it gives me a good idea where I need to start - [6 Months Sober](https://addictionunlimited.com/6-months-sober/) - When you are sitting at 1 week sober, or one month sober it can feel like an eternity to get to 6 months. You also have a ton of questions running through your mind about what it's going to be like and how will life be different? Kristin just celebrated 6 months sober and she - [What's Your Favorite Thing About Being A Sober Person?](https://addictionunlimited.com/whats-your-favorite-thing-about-being-a-sober-person/) - We get caught up in the hard work of sobriety and forget to celebrate all the great things that come with the hard work. All the questions about how will people react, worrying about the future, feeling embarrassed and uncomfortable, hating to feel feelings... but what about the clarity of thought? What about waking up - [11 Reasons People Stay Drunk](https://addictionunlimited.com/11-reasons-people-stay-drunk/) - It takes some energy and planning. But it's not impossible to stop the yo-yo sobriety. In this episode I'll tell you 11 reasons people continue to relapse, and some of them you've probably never heard before. A lot of people love the drinking culture, and some have done it so long they don't know any - [Struggles of Quarantine With K. Preston Moore](https://addictionunlimited.com/struggles-of-quarantine-with-k-preston-moore/) - You may know him from the High Cost of Anonymity podcast, and he is a great friend and confidant to me. In this episode, we talk about quarantine and how quickly it can take a turn for the worse. The perfect storm of isolation, fear, being in close quarters with family, a huge amount of - [Grieving the Loss of Alcohol](https://addictionunlimited.com/grieving-the-loss-of-alcohol/) - Are you trying to get sober but feeling a sense of loss over losing alcohol? You are struggling to see your life without it, wondering what you will do and how you will spend your time- how will it effect your friendships and how will you ever have fun again?!? Been there, done that. When - [If I Had To Start Sober From Day One,This Is What I'd Do](https://addictionunlimited.com/if-i-had-to-start-sober-from-day-onethis-is-what-id-do/) - If I was starting over in my sobriety, from day one, this is how I would do it. You've been thinking about quitting drinking for a long time, and you've had a lot of starts and stops. You know how to stop drinking, but what do you do after that? Getting sober feels overwhelming and - [One DAY at a time?? How about 10 MINUTES at a time!?!](https://addictionunlimited.com/one-day-at-a-time-how-about-10-minutes-at-a-time/) - One DAY at a time?? How about 10 MINUTES at a time!?! You hear it in the rooms of 12 Step programs from the minute you enter the door. One of the long-time staples of all the one liners; one day at a time. It's a great thing to throw around and we all get - [Where's Your Rock Bottom?](https://addictionunlimited.com/wheres-your-rock-bottom/) - The biggest struggle is changing your thinking and loving yourself. And you don't know how to get there. It's a daily job to eliminate alcohol from your life and get out of your own way. The most difficult part of my journey was when I knew in my heart that I needed to give it - [My Body Tutor Adam Gilbert](https://addictionunlimited.com/my-body-tutor-adam-gilbert/) - If you feel stuck and frustrated with your eating habits, you won't want to miss this. You thought substance was your only issue... but the truth is, you are compulsive by nature and it's easy to trade one compulsion for another. Here's the real deal; if I do something and I like it, I will - [Relapse Triggers](https://addictionunlimited.com/relapse-triggers/) - Today we’re going to talk about triggers. This is a regular topic of conversation in recovery- we always talk about knowing your triggers and protecting yourself from triggers- but I don’t see the deep dive into triggers- the different kinds and how to recognize them. And this is a game changer. First let’s break it - [Having Fun In Sobriety](https://addictionunlimited.com/having-fun-in-sobriety/) - We are still going strong in our Double Down on Your Recovery series! If you are new here that means I am giving you double the episodes and double the support and double the strategies- and I want you to double your recovery efforts! Today, we are going to talk about finding ways to have - [Recovery S.O.S.](https://addictionunlimited.com/recovery-s-o-s/) - Do you have trouble staying sober? You get motivated because you're tired of feeling like crap and you can stop for awhile, but not long enough? Or, are you one of those people who has been sober for awhile but you feel like you should feel better by now? We've all been there, and sometimes - [6 Ways To Avoid Relapse](https://addictionunlimited.com/6-ways-to-avoid-relapse/) - If you don’t want to drink, you will do the things necessary to NOT drink. But, if you feel like your recovery game is slipping a little bit, you are falling off some of your rituals and you know it’s not good, but you aren’t fixing it either- then you definitely want to listen up. - [Get Sober With No Meetings](https://addictionunlimited.com/get-sober-with-no-meetings/) - You know I'm going to give it to you straight. No BS, no fluff, no excuses. Do you have to go to Alcoholics Anonymous to stay sober? Absolutely not. Can you stay sober 'on your own'? Absolutely not. You may be able to quit drinking without going to meetings or going to rehab- but what - [Recovery, Sober Sex & Meditation](https://addictionunlimited.com/recovery-sober-sex-meditation/) - There is so much to worry about and think about when you are contemplating sobriety. What will everyone think? Will they still like me? Will I have any fun? The short answer is YES. People will love and respect you and you will discover this whole new version of yourself that you've never gotten to - [My Letter To Relapse](https://addictionunlimited.com/my-letter-to-relapse/) - EP095 - It's honest and raw, and there are a few F-bombs. Someone close to me recently relapsed and in this episode I let it all hang out. My anger, my sadness, and the powerlessness I feel when I can't fix it. Getting sober is hard and it sometimes feels like you are in the - [Omar Pinto From SHAIR Podcast](https://addictionunlimited.com/omar-pinto-from-shair-podcast/) - EP092- There are a lot of resources to help you take the steps to get the alcohol-free life you desire. Books, websites, YouTube channels and, of course, PODCASTS! If you have been exploring podcasts about addiction and recovery for a long time, or a short time, you're probably familiar with today's guest. He has one - [Are You Alcoholic?](https://addictionunlimited.com/are-you-alcoholic/) - There is a lot of information out there to help someone identify if they are an alcoholic or addict. And many of the criteria fit me perfectly, but some do not. I wanted to take a minute to go through some of the things I thought about in my own journey that brought me to - [Addiction Help With No Wait List, Easy Access, and Affordability | Amber Reed | Resolve KC](https://addictionunlimited.com/resolvekc/) - There's no stopping a woman with a vision. This Kansas City Addiction Professional recognized the need for help and passion-based service, and she created a resource we desperately needed. Amber Reed is a professional I have enormous respect for. She has created her own path in this industry that is truly client-centered. 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