Recovery Daily Podcast

In this episode of Recovery Daily Podcast, I discuss how responsibility can evolve into choice, willingness, passion, and desire. I explore the self-awareness that emerges from sobriety and stroke recovery, emphasizing the importance being kind to ourselves. Through my experiences with alcoholism, getting sober, recovering from a stroke, and a vestibular disorder with migraines, I’ve gained a deep...

In this episode of Recovery Daily Podcast, I talk about the best ways to respond when someone asks, "How can I help?" Whether you’re in recovery, dealing with an illness, or feeling unwell, knowing how to answer this question can make a significant difference in your relationships. Remember that letting people help you isn't all about you! I share how to be specific about your needs,...

Have you ever let one thing ruin your entire day? Me too—sometimes an entire week! In this episode of Recovery Daily Podcast, I explore the concept of the post-disappointment pause and how redirecting our thoughts to something more positive can transform our day: a happy memory, gratitude, or practice daydreaming! I share my experience dealing with disappointment and offer suggestions for managing...

In this episode of Recovery Daily Podcast, I explore how living a happy, fulfilled life can naturally influence others, and the difference between trying to influence others and living as an influencer. I share personal experiences of how my recovery has impacted my family, friends, and work environment. By focusing on our own healing and growth, we can create a ripple effect that inspires positiv...

In this Reads and Recovery episode of Recovery Daily Podcast, I provide a review our June book of the month, "Drop the Rock: Removing Character Defects – Steps Six and Seven" by Bill P., Todd W., Sara S., and Derik Hendrickson. Join me as I discuss the details of Steps Six and Seven in the Twelve Step program, focusing on the removal of character defects and our development of humility....

In this episode of Recovery Daily Podcast, I talk about the challenges and blessings living with an inescapable disability. Join me for some encouraging self-talk as we explore how to rise above distressing circumstances to live with poise and serenity. I emphasize the importance of recognizing and sharing our blessings. Discover how shifting our mindset to focus on what we can do, rather than wha...

In this episode of Recovery Daily Podcast, I explore the change in where I found happiness before and after sobriety and stroke recovery. I share my experience on how these sources have evolved throughout my journey, moving from external validations to active distraction to finding true peace in stillness. I discuss overcoming irrational thoughts and negativity by doing the work to transition them...

In today's episode of Recovery Daily Podcast, I explore rationalization versus intentional living. Discover how the simple act of pausing can modify your response to irrational thoughts and help you stay true to your recovery. We'll discuss the importance of leading your life with purpose, putting recovery first, and embracing challenges with a positive mindset. I share personal experience...

In today's episode of Recovery Daily Podcast, I discuss the role of family members in both sobriety and stroke recovery. I explore how families seeking help for themselves can be incredibly beneficial to the patient, the importance and difficulties of practicing tolerance and love, and how these principles from my sobriety journey translate into my experience with stroke recovery. I share pers...

Today's episode is inspired by my morning sobriety meeting and The Sound of Silence by #Disturbed which I listened to a zillion times because its AMAZING. I share my experience of learning to hear silence and quieting the roar of thoughts in my head and how it has brought clarity and peace to my life. Have you ever wondered why some of your best ideas come to you in the shower? We explore this...

In today's episode of Recovery Daily Podcast, I explore the freedom that comes from surrendering. Step 1 of AA is where we admit that our lives have become unmanageable and that we can’t control our drinking, or people, places, and things. I share how learning to surrender quieted my mind and brought me peace. Now I know serenity. By acknowledging that I couldn’t control my drinking, I faced t...

In this episode of Recovery Daily Podcast, I start off with the intriguing history of chiropractic care and its founder, Daniel David Palmer. Learn how Palmer's involvement in spiritualism and magnetic healing led to the development of chiropractic techniques that revolutionized holistic health care. We'll learn about Palmer's first chiropractic adjustment in 1895, his establishment of...

In this episode of Recovery Daily Podcast, I discuss relationship between faith, patience, and daily purpose. Inspired by the idea that "faith isn't about how we feel; it's about how we live," I explore how setting a clear purpose each day can keep the flame of faith burning in our lives. Join me as I discuss the challenges that disrupt my patience and, in turn, impact my long-te...

In this episode of Recovery Daily Podcast, I explore the tendency in early sobriety to look for loopholes—those potential scenarios that make us think, "That’s when I’ll drink." I share my personal experiences of contemplating worst-case scenarios and how my desperation for alcohol showed up in those thoughts. I share how sobriety wasn’t initially strong enough to handle stress and the j...

In this episode of Recovery Daily Podcast, I explore the fascinating concept of bringing things into existence from nothing and how it parallels our journey in recovery. From my personal experience of growing zucchini and wildflowers, I discuss the metaphor of starting with nothing and creating something beautiful in sobriety and stroke recovery. Join me as I discuss the importance of letting go o...

In this episode of Recovery Daily Podcast, I discuss the significance of intention and its role in sobriety, stroke recovery, and mental health. I explore what intention means, why it matters so much, it's alignment with your recovery goals, and how evaluating our intentions can nurture our recovery rather than hinder it. Join me as I share personal anecdotes and practical strategies to ensure...

In this episode of Recovery Daily Podcast, I talk about quieting the mind and honing the discipline responding instead of reacting to our own inner voice. Join me as I share my personal struggles with a racing mind and my improvements toward mental calm and clarity. I explore how sensory awareness can help replace constant thinking with mindful presence, and discuss the importance of mental discip...

In this episode of Recovery Daily Podcast, I share my challenges of conducting a fearless moral inventory, particularly focusing on the barriers of fear and pride that held me back. I share about how these obstacles initially prevented me from acknowledging my role in relationships and recognizing my character defects. I explore how, once living sober, I began to notice how my behavior, driven by...

In this episode of Recovery Daily Podcast, I talk about what "Thy will, not mine, be done" means to me and explore how it serves as a strategy for thought management in my recovery. Join me as I discuss how to incorporate this mindset into daily practice, focusing on surrendering control and trusting in a higher power. I share about relaxing our minds and bodies, breaking free from addic...

In this episode of Recovery Daily Podcast, I explore the impact of persistence on our path in life. Using the metaphor of water slowly drilling through rock, I illustrate how small, consistent actions can lead to significant transformation over time. Sobriety isn't about making huge, dramatic changes overnight; it's about daily choices and actions that accumulate to create unimaginable cha...

In this episode, I discuss the concept of "Dropping the Rock" and how it relates to our recovery. I share how drinking is just a symptom of deeper issues and how holding onto emotional burdens weighed us down. Through daily surrender and the principles of AA, I am learning to let go of old behaviors and embrace a life with clarity and peace. This episode highlights the importance of Step...

In this episode, I recount a vivid memories from the early-90s when I was home from college and faced an unexpected health complication. What started as a restless night at my boyfriend’s house turned into a painful ordeal that led me to emergency surgery. Despite our initial misjudgment of the situation, the pain escalated, forcing me to reach out to family for support. From my sister’s caregivin...

In this episode of the Recovery Daily Podcast, I talk about choosing happy, especially during life's difficult times. What does it mean to choose happy when things feel tough? How can we experience grief or sadness and still opt for happiness? I explore the idea that choosing happy involves making a conscious decision to let joy surface despite challenges, even finding moments of laughter amid...

In today's episode of the Recovery Daily Podcast, I tackle the often-overlooked issue of communication—or the lack thereof—in our relationships. How many times have we found ourselves saying, "We should talk more. I should call you more. Sorry I'm so out of touch. I've been busy. Life's been just so busy"? While these phrases are common, they can be unhealthy for us and o...

In this episode of the Recovery Daily Podcast, I talk about responding to anger—an emotion that can derail recovery and exacerbate symptoms if not managed properly. Drawing from personal experiences, I share how unchecked anger can lead to explosive reactions. I explore how anger manifests physically and mentally, often before we even recognize it, and the importance of identifying early signs lik...