Recover Your Soul: A Spiritual Path to a Happy and Healthy Life

It's hard to believe that what started as a personal battle with alcohol has blossomed into six transformative years of sobriety and Soul Recovery where I could celebrate the anniversary on an Island in Indonesia also celebrating 30 years of marriage. It can feel hopeless when we are in the depth of our suffering- but there is a solution if we are ready to make the decision to live and heal. ...

While I am on vacation  for February 2024, I wanted to share some of the powerful episodes from our book study last year for subscribers of the Bonus Recover Your Soul podcast, and have chosen some of the favorites. In this bonus episode we continue the book study of Paul Ferrini's "Crossing the Threshold from Fear to Love: 31 Days of Spiritual Awakening" and study the spiritual val...

While I am on vacation  for February 2024, I wanted to share some of the powerful episodes from our book study last year for subscribers of the Bonus Recover Your Soul podcast, and have chosen some of the favorites. In this bonus episode we continue the book study of Paul Ferrini's "Crossing the Threshold from Fear to Love: 31 Days of Spiritual Awakening".  I really enjoyed this cha...

While I am on vacation  for February 2024, I wanted to share some of the powerful episodes from our book study last year for subscribers of the Bonus Recover Your Soul podcast, and have chosen some of the favorites. In this episode we explore the concept of compassion during the book study of Paul Faerrini's "Crossing the Threshold from Fear to Love: 31 Days of Spiritual Awakening"....

I've weathered the storm of living alongside those engulfed by the shadows of anxiety and depression with my own kids and friends as well experiencing it for myself at different times in my life.  It can be very hard to stay on our healing journey and stay connected to our Higher Power when those we love, and often live with, are suffering from the grips of mental health issues.  In this epis...

I recall a moment that shifted my understanding of the soul's complex tapestry. It was during a session of Gestalt therapy with my husband Rich that we discovered the emotional parts that danced between us—his internal 'judge' and my 'scared little girl.' I invite you to turn within, exploring these internal landscapes and the 'protectors' that shape our response...

Are you overwhelmed with the feelings of wanting to help and fix the people and even the world around you?  It is painful to see others caught up in behaviors or emotions that are hurting them and so our first instinct is to jump into action and try to 'fix it'.  In Soul Recovery, we are learning that the greatest way you can make change in the world, is by choosing your own healing.  Wh...

In the latest podcast episode, a member of our Facebook Soul Recovery community posted about the struggle with detachment and the challenge of relinquishing control over others' actions and energy. This topic hits close to home for many, including myself, as the constant battle against the urge to mold our surroundings to fit our desires remains an ongoing journey. Both in Al-Anon and on the...

Happy New Year to the Soul Recovery community! Get ready to kick off 2024 and the 5th Season. We're diving into the world of tarot readings, exploring how these powerful cards unveil inner strength, the journey toward wholeness, and navigating life's hurdles. Rev Rachel pulled 3 cards asking for guidance for the Soul Recovery community in the coming year, and Rev Rachel shares how the re...

Have you ever found yourself caught in the relentless quest for a picture-perfect Christmas, only to be left feeling exhausted and unfulfilled? Join me, Rev Rachel, on this poignant Christmas Day edition of Recover Your Soul, as we shed light on the true gifts that the holiday season brings. I share with you my personal transformation from a seeker of festive perfection to someone who cherishes th...

Over 30 years, my husband Rich and I have weathered the storm of addiction, codependency, and the impact it has on a relationship.  In this episode we open up about our personal journey and how it's shaped our family, emphasizing the power of individual healing, effective communication, and accepting each other's unique paths.  Alcohol addiction is a beast that leaves emotional scars and...

Are you constantly playing the martyr in your relationships? We've all been there, trapped in the cycle of self-sacrifice, resentment, and exhaustion. But guess what, there's a way out, and this episode is all about guiding you to that exit. We're going to dissect the entangling webs of codependency and victimhood that often give birth to martyrdom in our relationships. Even more, w...

Are you losing yourself in manipulation, whether it's you doing the manipulating or being manipulated? Are your relationships feeling unbalanced, riddled with guilt, shame, blame, or judgment? Let's journey together into this challenging terrain, as we deconstruct manipulation in relationships and the ripple effect it can have on our lives. In the 3rd part of this 4 part series on Al-Ano...

Pause for a moment and consider the relationships in your life. Are they fulfilling and nurturing, or do they drain and leave you feeling empty? Perhaps you feel stuck in a cycle of toxic patterns and don't know how to break free. In this transformative episode, Harmony kwiker pulls back the curtain on her personal journey, revealing how she moved from surviving unhealthy relationships to gui...

Are you constantly falling into patterns of Al-Anon's 4 M's -mothering, managing, manipulating, and martyrdom? Do you feel you are shackled by unhealthy behaviors that hinder your personal growth and relationships? It's time to break free and step into your most Soul Recovered self! Our second episode of four continues with the concept of MANAGING.  Managing in a relationship involv...

Are you constantly falling into patterns of Al-Anon's 4 M's -mothering, managing, manipulating, and martyrdom? Do you feel you are shackled by unhealthy behaviors that hinder your personal growth and relationships? It's time to break free and step into your most Soul Recovered self! Our first episode of four begins with a comprehensive look at the concept of MOTHERING - the balance...

In this episode I share a personal experience that recently happened to me when I accidentally got stoned from CBD - it was quite an eye-opening surprise. It made me realize that the even though I had no desire to be altered in any state in my conscious mind, if I am honest, the "forgetter" was in my subconscious, and I had not been aware of it. The experience brought light to me that I...

Finding balance in supporting our adult children while detaching with love can be challenging, especially when they struggle with addiction, or unhealthy behaviors. The prevalence of drugs and alcohol in the lives of young adults makes it a complex journey to dial back or quit entirely. My son, Bodhi Harrison, was born to parents struggling with addiction, and he's currently navigating this i...

Ever find yourself tangled in the web of parenthood, struggling to untie the knots of codependency from your adult children?  Left wondering how to set yourself free from the perceived responsibility of everyone's happiness? This candid podcast reveals the enlightening journey to uncovering codependency and the road to Soul Recovery. As a mother, I share my desire to provide the best for my c...

Have you ever found yourself in a conversation with friends and family, reminiscing about a shared memory, only to realize that each person recalls it differently? Each one of you has a slightly or significantly different perspective on how the event looked and felt. Our unique filters, shaped by past experiences, beliefs, and patterns, play a crucial role in how we perceive and remember our lives...

Ever felt stuck in the past, or constantly worrying about future? What if you could fully immerse yourself in the beauty and complexity of the present? This is part of the transformative journey of Soul Recovery. Throughout this episode, I share insights on how this journey has equipped me with the ability to truly be present, no matter the situation. I also guide you through a grounding meditatio...

We can feel like we are stuck or trapped in our life- that we can't get past the circumstances we have found ourselves in. However, we have the power to 'Transcend our Circumstances' by changing our perception and making small changes in how we think and act. When we make different choices, build self-awareness, and live from spiritual principles, we can transform and break out of o...

You've heard it said that control is an illusion, but have you ever explored what your life might look like if you truly surrendered to the flow of the universe? What would our lives look like if we surrendered those we love to the flow of the universe and allowing them to have their own experiences just as they are.  On this episode of Recovery Your Soul, we unlock the transformative power o...

Feeling drained and resentful in a one-sided relationship? You're not alone. In this edition of the Recover Your Soul podcast, we tackle this issue head-on, exploring how to maintain a healthy balance when you're constantly supporting someone else. We unravel the complexities of human nature, our needs, and our relationships. We discuss an anonymous question about supporting a spouse bat...

There are books and books about how to raise babies, how to raise toddlers, how to raise teenagers and then, once it gets to them leaving the house and going out and being adults, there aren't a lot of resources about how to let go of your adult kids. Even when we are doing our work to let them go and live independent lives, we can get easily hooked back into old patterns of codependence and...