From Sobriety To Recovery: An Addiction Recovery Podcast

Ep #223 - I hear, "this is a waste of time," often when speaking to people who have been in and out of recovery centers, lapsed/relapsed, and are trying new things to better their life in addiction recovery. Something being "a waste of time" is subjective to your perspective. Circumstances happening in your life can equally be experienced as awesome, monumental, and life-changing if you choose tha...

Ep #222 - New to sobriety and recovery? I am bringing the excitement and encouragement in today's show because everyone needs uplifting and this episode is walking you through the 3 most important things I did in my first 6 months of sobriety. 1. Everything is Gonna Have to Change: Everything about your life is up for debate. Any stone left unturned is where your shadows will hide. I'm gonna empha...

Ep #221 - Tough days. Good days. Sobriety isn't simple because you are a human with depth, a nuance, and intricacies that can not be summed up in a sound bite or three-sentence caption. What you are experiencing on your journey is amazing, and emotional, and trying - all the while being the best thing you will ever do for yourself. The mind plays tricks on you and boomerangs you backward because o...

Ep #220 - Bourbon Street! One of the highest levels of debauchery you're gonna find in the United States. I went there and learned so much about myself and how differently I see my world, and THE WORLD, now that I am a person in longterm recovery. In today's episode let's dive into what I learned from my trip to Orleans, besides how wise I was to pack some great walking shoes. Having experienced 2...

Ep #219 - This is long and the payoff is worth it! How do you accept yourself and decide to make a massive change? I recently went through a huge disappointment in myself when a physical fitness goal of mine went sideways because of my own inaction. Cycling through emotions and states of mind led me to this incredible discovery about myself today and now I am sharing it with you.  In this episode,...

Ep #218 - Let's go on an exploration of the profound effects of alcohol and drugs have on the brain, and the journey our minds undertake during the transformation towards sobriety. We'll delve into how these substances manipulate neurotransmitters, leading to outcomes from brain fog and sleep disruption, to opioid-like effects and potential cognitive impairment. Moving into the heart of our theme,...

Ep #217 - There are so many amazing people doing wonderful things within our community and today we meet Glenn Dougherty. Host of "About this life" with his wife, he is over four years sober, and focused on nutrition and physical activity as his gateway to a better life - Glenn brings an energy to this episode that you will love. Through his fitness coaching, his view on being imbecile with your w...

Ep #216 - What stage of your change are you in? Contemplation and planning prepare you for action and maintenance but knowing the differences between sobriety and recovery are essential in setting those markers along your journey. Those road signs inform you that you are growing and evolving through learning and taking action and the corresponding evaluations of those actions - its in the evaluati...

Ep #215 - Warning: I laugh a lot in this episode. Some shows I simply want to share more about my life and this episode is a lot of that. I went to Weezer recently and lost it during, "Only in Dreams." I also share with you my joy of weed-eating my lawn. I discuss mantras, breathing and some other cool stuff because this episode is all about being present and getting yourself grounded. Just hit pl...

Ep #214 - Buckle up, Tribe! Today we're cruising down Self-Confidence Boulevard, the unsung hero of Sobriety City. We're diving into a puzzle that's got us scratching our heads more than a 'Which came first - the chicken or the egg?' riddle. Does self-belief spark action, or is it action that fuels self-belief? Plot twist: they're in a merry-go-round, building each other up in a spectacular tag-te...

Ep #213 - When it comes to sobriety and recovery, your mindset can play a crucial role. If you're holding onto a fixed mindset, you might find yourself viewing setbacks or relapses as personal failures or weaknesses, thinking, "I can't change, this is just who I am." But remember, a lapse is not a relapse, it's not a sign you can't recover, it's just a bump in the road. Recovery isn't a straight p...

Ep #212 - In this insightful episode, we grapple with the profound influence of our own self-judgment on our journey to recovery. We start by focusing on consciously choosing empowering thoughts about ourselves and our lives. We discuss the importance of awareness and how to refrain from entertaining self-deprecating thoughts. Next, we delve into positive self-talk, learning to let go of negative...

Ep #211 - You have decided to forgive, so it just happens, right? HAHA & LOL!! Forgiveness is a journey. Not of a 1000 miles because there is not a preconceived set number of steps, or days, or acts of kindness that can "make" forgiveness happen. It's a mutual connection that fosters understanding, empathy, and love and it takes the time it takes. Forgiveness is a transformative process that promo...

Ep #210 - If someone in your life is waiting for the other shoe to drop, for you to go back to who you were, or waiting for you to fail - then this episode is for them.  Everyday we are blessed to be alive and experiencing life through the lens of sobriety and recovery. What you do today is a better indicator of who you are than your past is. Who you were yesterday is not who you are today because...

Ep #209 - Today we have the pleasure of welcoming Katelyn Englert to the show. Katelyn is a confidence coach and therapist, and the host of the amazing podcast Healthy Mind Happy Life. Her podcast is the perfect go-to for anyone looking to decrease mental clutter and get closer to their true selves. Katelyn will guide you towards a new kind of confidence - one where you stop searching for validati...

Ep #208 - Life long addiction recovery requires planning, time management, staying calm and focused, asking for help and finding support, and being flexible and adaptable. By setting achievable goals, breaking them down into smaller steps, and creating a schedule, you can stay organized and on track. Practicing techniques like mindfulness and relaxation exercises can help you manage stress and sta...

Ep #207—You have the power within you to reframe, reshape, and shift the perspective of your past self. I know you know that; you listen to this show after all. Yet, as humans, the ANTs and less-than-positive self-talk can stop us before we even get started. In this week's episode, we welcome back NLP Master Trainer, Aubrie Pohl, to discuss three of our most powerful "Laws of Success," all framed...

Ep #206 - In this mind-changing episode, I'm gonna take you on a journey to enhance your recovery experience by using the power of positive self-talk. We'll chat about angry minions, shifting your perspective, and of course I will sing (horribly.) 🎤🎶 Join us as we explore how to keep those automatic negative thoughts at bay by using creative techniques to boost your self-talk - like imagining yo...

Ep #205 - Let's explore how Automatic Negative Thoughts (ANTs) are the unwelcome intruders in your mind that tell us we can't when all the while we have been growing ourselves with the I can's! In this captivating episode, we discuss the impact these pesky saboteurs have on your self-worth, relationships, and personal growth, as you navigate the challenges of addiction, sobriety, and recovery. Tak...

Ep #204 - On this episode, we dive into the role of the ego and unconscious mind in addiction and recovery. We use the metaphor of cooking to explain how the ego is like a spice in the recipe of life. When used in moderation, it can add flavor and zest to our physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual meals. However, too much ego can be overpowering and ruin the dish. Similarly, the unconscious mi...

Ep #203 - You know how you've said, "I have to ________." As if you don't have a choice in the matter. Oh, you have a choice. Do you have to go to work or do you want to keep a roof over your head, a super computer in your pocket, and a fridge with sustenance in it? You are choosing to do what you do. You don't have to do anything. Don't go to court, don't listen to your PO, don't attend meetings....

Ep #202 - Last week I guided some inspirational people toward their highest sense of self through the programs I provide as a Neuro-Linguistic Programming trainer. It was such an amazing experience to lead and through that I bring you today's episode. Part inspiration, and all classic Jesse off on a tangent, I desire for this episode to inspire you to look in the mirror and care what that person s...

Ep #201 - What is happiness to you? What is joy to you? Emotional healing in our sobriety and recovery is crucial to releasing the trauma of our past and stepping into the life you desire. After healing from an abusive marriage, and navigating the diagnosis and eventual death of her 3-year-old daughter, Linda found her way to bounce back and reclaim her joy in life. Today she helps successful wome...

Ep #200 - Happy Valentine's Day! Happy I Love You MOM day!! Happy 200th Day!!! This week we dive deep into the mind and unwrap how your conscious, subconscious, and unconscious mind guide and direct your entire existence.  16 years after my mother passing and six years into sobriety and recovery I have learned a great deal about myself, my self-imposed limitations, and my ability to break the chai...

Ep #199 - Today is gonna be a doozy. We're gonna cover Conscious Communication, Detachment, Acceptance, Manipulation, Acceptance, and the four R's - Resistance, Resentment, Rejection, and Repression. We are humans. We need connections to be healthy. We are also meaning making machines and can easily get ourselves into trouble when we allow these meanings we conjure up to become our truth rather th...