Detached

This week our conversation was inspired by the Al-Anon daily reflection for 1/16 about sitting and accepting discomfort and how discomfort is a sign that the universe is preparing us for change and growth. We talk about how consistency is much easier when you have accountability whether that’s by making goals with a friend or getting a service position in the rooms.  Please visit these links for t...

This year resolutions that overwhelm you are OUT. Instead, focusing on making small, achievable choices each day is IN, understanding that progress isn't about perfection. By treating personal growth as a daily practice of compassion, we can transform our approach to change. Email us with any comments, questions, or for resources at detachedpod@gmail.com. If you liked this episode, please give us...

We’re diving into the world of gratitude and celebrating the little things that make life special. Join us for a laid-back chat about how noticing the small joys can really boost our mood and perspective. Email us with any comments, questions, or for resources at  detachedpod@gmail.com . If you liked this episode, please send it to someone who might need to hear it!

Hello and welcome back! We spent some time reflecting in this episode on the growth we've had over the past two years since starting the podcast and are so grateful to you all for giving us a space to talk about our experiences, reflect and learn. We also talk about how we get to choose what kind of experience we have every day. The external factors don't determine what kind of day we have, its up...

In this episode, we dive in and talk about Step 3. We shared our experiences as we worked through this step. We really dug into what it means (and feels like) to live in our own will versus what it feels like to be in God's will. It was eye-opening to reflect on how letting go and trusting in a higher power can bring so much peace to our lives. Email us with any comments, questions, or for resourc...

We are back! Our apologies for going dark for a few weeks, life has been life-ing and we're just trying to hang on to our seats. But today we are back and have an AMAZING conversation with a friend of Sierra's who is a sober member of Alcoholics Anonymous, to share with you. She shares about what it was like in active addiction, what happened, and what its like now in recovery. She shares about he...

Hello and welcome back! Lots of stuff packed into this week's episode! We discuss boundaries and the importance of being aware of the motives behind the boundaries we are setting. Is it an ultimatum or is it a boundary? Are we making this boundary out of a desire for that person to change or is it more to protect our peace? When do we need to communicate our boundaries to someone or when do we...

Mini episode this week with little life updates! This week we just chat about the big moves and changes happening right now in our lives. We discuss how our expectations really can be our biggest downfall. We also reflect on the growth we've experienced within our own attitudes and outlook on situations.    As always, email us with any comments, questions, or for meeting recommendations at  de...

Welcome back to Detached! There was so much to chat about this week. Sierra talked about attending an AA conference in Estes Park, and Hannajane talked about her experience going to an open AA meeting. So much packed into this episode! As promised, here is the link to the conference Sierra attended: https://www.fots.com/ Email us with any comments, questions, or for resources at  detachedpod@gmail...

Hello and welcome back! This week (while enjoying a sweet treat) we chatted about the Al-Anon program, and identifying when supporting someone turns into control instead. We discuss the importance of listening to hear what someone is saying vs. listening to respond. We also talk about how crucial AA and Al-Anon meetings are to the foundation of our recoveries.    As always, email us with any comme...

Hello and welcome back! We have a mini episode for ya this week - this one ended up being exactly what we needed to hear so we hope you guys get something from it too! We discuss perspective shifts, finding gratitude, and the importance in prioritizing our recoveries. As always, email us with any comments, questions, or for resources at detachedpod@gmail.com. If you liked this episode, please send...

Hello, welcome back, and happy July folks! This week we talk all about character defects, step 6 & 7 and step 10 inventories. I know that sounds like a lot, but all it really is our own little stories about our recent experiences with these steps. We discuss how there are no good or bad emotions, just unsustainable ones. The book we mention in this episode is called Drop The Rock…The Ripple Effect...

Welcome back! This week we talk about the "yets". Sierra talks about what could or really  would  have happened had she kept drinking. We both reflect on what our lives could look like today had we not gotten into recovery and the gratitude to be had in that. We also talk about what keeps us coming back to meetings and how prioritizing recovery can be challenging at times.     Email us w...

Hello and happy June / start of summer! This week we talk about what "sober curious" means, societal perspective and pressure around drinking, and our own opinions on N/A beverages. Hannajane talks about the negative effects drinking can have physically and mentally, even as someone who isn't an alcoholic and how we can make the best choices for ourselves without having to always lab...

Change is on our minds. Whether we seek it or it happens unexpectedly, change is a constant in our lives. This week on Detached, we dive into the beauty and necessity of change, sharing how it has shaped our journeys. We discuss the transformative power of embracing change, and how our reactions can turn challenges into opportunities for growth.   Email us with any comments, questions, or for reso...

In this episode, we dive into the destructive nature of 'What Ifs' and 'If Onlys', uncovering how they fuel resentment and anger. Join us as we remind each other that we aren't in the outcome business and how we take action to remind ourselves to stay grounded and present. Email us with any comments, questions, or for resources at detachedpod@gmail.com. If you liked this episode, please send it to...

This week we delve into the relatable world of the expectations we often set in our minds for others, and the chaos that ensues when these expectations aren't met. We unpack the ripple effects of these internalized hopes and the surprising ways they can disrupt our sense of calm and serenity. Email us with any comments, questions, or for resources at detachedpod@gmail.com. If you liked this episod...

We have yet another lovely guest on the show this week! Kara E (Sierra's sponsor in AA) is back again to share her experience, strength and hope with us. She talks about how her recovery has shifted over the last 8 years, and what her experience with sponsorship and service has been in the program. There were lots of good nuggets and laughs throughout this episode so we hope you all enjoy this...

We are so excited to share this lovely conversation with you all this week! We have Ivy O. on the podcast who is in recovery, participates in the AA program, and has a holistic practice and view of her mental, physical and spiritual health. She speaks about what her sobriety journey and consciousness journey has looked like, as well as what it's like to be a sober mom and how to navigate conve...

This week we talk about what it feels like to work a program, when you reeeeally don't feel like working a program. We discuss how we're the only ones in charge in our own actions (or inaction) and even when we don't know what next step to take, we know we have the ability to ask our higher powers' for guidance. Email us with any comments, questions, or for resources at  detachedpo...

Welcome back! This week we had Jaden, Sierra's fiancé, back on the show to do a deeper dive into what the dynamic of their relationship is like with her being sober and him being a normal drinker. We talk about what Sierra's boundaries look like around alcohol and how Jaden makes sure those boundaries are respected. We talk about who and what Al-Anon meetings are for.    Email us with any...

A mini episode this week! We discuss how hard it can be to show up imperfectly (which is what we're doing this week!). We reflect on what "being present" means and what that looks like for each of us. We talk about the impact a lack of  being in the present moment has on our recovery.    Email us with any comments, questions, or for resources at  detachedpod@gmail.com . If you liked...

Today we reintroduce, rewind, and recap "Detached"! We also reintroduce ourselves and the history of what got us here. We talk about the differences and intersections between the Al-Anon and AA programs. We discuss what being "selfish" can mean based on our intentions behind it. And we also reflect on what our programs have given us, and the importance of giving back by being o...

We made it y'all! And we spent 2023 thriving, not just surviving. During this week's episode, we reflected on our goals from last year, the progress we've made, and what we want to bring into 2024. We ended up touching on the subject of service and sponsorship, and being in our ✨SOFT GIRL ERA✨ focused on being present and slowing down. Lots of reflection and gratitude this week, list...

Happy New Years Everyone!!! This week we have a special guest! Jaden, Sierra's fiancé, joins her for a discussion about healthy communication, the struggles of work-life balance, and how to set goals together in a relationship. We discuss how relationships should be a 50-50 partnership and the importance of being able to show up for the other person when they're not able to give 100%.  Ema...