Billy and Jason

Recovery (Sort Of) - The Podcast

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Welcome to Recovery (Sort Of), the podcast where we explore the winding paths of mental health recovery. Join us on a journey of self-discovery and growth, as we navigate the highs, lows, and unexpected detours of the recovery process. From managing anxiety and depression to coping with trauma and grief, each episode delves into real-life experiences, insights, and practical strategies for finding balance and healing.

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Billy and Jason

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13: Depression (Sort Of) 12.01.2020 1:14:37

We talk about depression, how it feels to be depressed, what to do if a loved one is experiencing depression and other mental health related suggestions.  We mention some genetics as it relates to addiction, establishing new friendships later in life/recovery, and the idea that people enter our lives for a reason, a season or a lifetime.  Join the conversation by leaving a message,...

12: Step One - We Admitted That We Were Powerless Over Our Addiction, That Our Lives Had Become Unmanageable (Sort Of) 05.01.2020 1:30:06

We are talking Step 1 and all that goes with it, honesty, powerlessness, surrender, acceptance, unmanageability, and more. Join the conversation by leaving a message, emailing us at RecoverySortOf@gmail.com, or find us on Twitter: @RecoverySortOf.

11: Death by Overdose (Sort Of) 29.12.2019 1:29:06

We're talking overdose, harm reduction, lost friends, how to solve addiction and more, as well as a couple tips on how to stay in recovery during the New Year's celebration.  Join the conversation by leaving a message, emailing us at RecoverySortOf@gmail.com, or on Twitter: @RecoverySortOf.

10: Christmas (Sort Of) 22.12.2019 1:29:27

Christmas! Jingle Bells! Noel! We sort of talk about the season.  There's conversation about the blessings of enjoying Christmas.  We also look at if we do Christmas because we like it, or because there is shame in not doing what society is doing.  Finally we look at some tips for getting through the holidays with your recovery intact.  Join the conversation by leaving a messag...

9: Helping (Sort Of) 15.12.2019 1:38:53

Is there a difference between "helping" time and time "off" from helping?  What is it like to experience unforgiveness?  Is compassion easier to express to strangers online the same way anger and frustration are?  The difficulty in taking a compliment.  The debate of the 12 steps working functionally or miraculously.  Would we ever leave the fellowship?  Should we cel...

8: Stigma (Sort Of) 08.12.2019 59:40

We're talking stigma, your word choices making a difference, using dreams, and I think we even mention football analogies.  Join the conversation by leaving a message, emailing us at RecoverySortOf@gmail.com, or on Twitter: @RecoverySortOf. 

7: Anxiety (Sort Of) 01.12.2019 1:00:05

We talk about anxiety, quitting vaping, and dying...mostly.  Join the conversation by leaving a message, emailing us at RecoverySortOf@gmail.com, or find us on Twitter: @RecoverySortOf.

6: Money (Sort Of) 24.11.2019 1:20:46

Today we talk about  Christmas shopping, consumerism (sort of) and money, and how all of the pressures of money in our lives can divert us from whatever our primary purpose might be.  Join the conversation by leaving a message, emailing us at RecoverySortOf@gmail.com, or find us on Twitter: @RecoverySortOf.

5: Work (Sort Of) 17.11.2019 1:10:53

This episode delves into some topics related to recovery and work situations. We talk about getting caught doing something wrong at work, having to be involved in the termination of an employee, and general work application of spiritual principles. If you have a topic you'd like to hear discussed, or want to add your opinion, leave a message, email us at recoverysortof@gmail.com, or find us on T...

4: Parenting (Sort Of) 10.11.2019 1:21:13

Today we talk about parenting in recovery, with some conversation about relationships, gratitude and feelings.  As always, feel free to join the conversation by leaving a message, emailing us at Recoverysortof@gmail. com, and now you can also find us on twitter: @recoverysortof

3: Religious Cult (Sort Of) 04.11.2019 59:41

In this episode we talk about whether 12 step fellowships are religions, cults, both, or neither.  Join the conversation by leaving a message on Anchor or emailing us at RecoverySortOf@gmail.com. 

2: Meetings Suck (Sort Of) 28.10.2019 1:16:40

We explore the reasons we think that meetings can suck at times and the goods and bad of what goes on in meetings. We look at sharing early in recovery, being on your phone in meetings, chants, and bringing kids to meetings.

1: Meditation (Sort Of) 21.10.2019 1:20:32

First episode where we talk about meditation and how that relates to recovery, life and well-being. Join the conversation by leaving a message on Anchor or emailing us at RecoverySortOf@gmail.com.

0: Welcome to The Recovery (Sort Of) Podcast 20.09.2019 49:07

Welcome to the Recovery (Sort Of) Podcast. In this episode, we cover a brief introduction to our podcast, a recap of the growth we have had over our first 3 years, what features and benefits you could get from listening, and what makes us different than other recovery podcasts. After exploring the premise of the show, we do a catch up with our mailbag. Listen in and hopefully you find something yo...