Recovery Talks

Shane Morseau is a Bodéwodmi (Potawatomi) and Odawa Native. Originally from Battle Creek, MI. He is also a person in long term recovery whose journey into recovery began October 12, 2006. Shane's goal in early sobriety was to help others and he worked at treatment facility for 2 years. He now works for the Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians, as a Peer Recovery Coach. In this podcast, Shane...

Lea Wetzel and Bill Hartford talk about how you can mange your recovery during the holidays and how to support veterans and others during this potentially stressful time.

Lea joins Jim for a discussion of the Missing Murdered Indigenous People Task Force and how behavioral health issues contribute to the trafficking of indigenous people.

Lea Wetzel, MPN's new Recovery Coach, talks about her experiences as a White Bison Recovery Coach and how her indigenous traditions inform her recovery. White Bison Website https://whitebison.org/ White Bison on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/whitebisoninc Don Coyhis' YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/user/WBDonC Lea's Warrior Down Talking Circle Support Group https://www.facebook.com/eve...

Amanda and Bill discuss MPN's Beyond Incarceration Training for Peer Support Specialists. You can learn more about the training at https://mtpeernetwork.org/beyond-incarceration/.

Thomas Risberg discussed The Sober Life, a program in Great Falls for people in recovery to connect with others. All activities are free and either family friendly or have child care provided. The Sober Life is a model that can be used in any community. https://www.allianceforyouth.org/the-sober-life https://www.allianceforyouth.org/stop-the-stigma https://www.facebook.com/TheSoberLife406 https://...

Savanah Webb talks about her recovery and how she stays on her pathway including meditation, understanding her limits, and making music. You can find Savanah's music at https://soundcloud.com/tatt2femm https://open.spotify.com/artist/7ilNlnczUj3V4plqRR7aEP https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoFH4c_R3tQ5xZ0PbqGQVPA

Jim and Andi talk about the upcoming Recovery Conference scheduled for August 20, 2021 at the Great Northern Best Western in Helena. You can learn more about the conference on our website at mtpeernetwork.org/rc2021.

Dennis Nyland, Montana Mental Health Ombudsman, talks about the Montana Mental Health Ombudsman's office. The office is able to help people find resources for themselves or others, hears complaints about services, and can help guide people through the mental health system in Montana. You can find more information at https://mhombudsman.mt.gov/.

Jim and Bill talk about how they were first introduced to peer support and the journey that led them to become peer supporters.

Jim is joined by Greg Arciello, MPN Board president, for a discussion about recovery in the criminal justice system. MPN will be presenting a training July 28-30, 2021 for peer supporters who are interested in enhancing their skills working with people in the criminal justice system. Visit mtpeernetwork.org/trainings for more information.

Brent and Amanda discuss the pros and cons of decriminalization of drugs. Controversial conversations is a series of dramatized discussions about topics and the views expressed do not necessarily reflect the views of MPN or its board, staff, or affiliates.

Bill, Ashley, and Amanda discuss how personal biases can affect the way we provide peer support.

Jim and Amanda share their experiences using technology to maintain their recovery. Mobile apps, podcasts, videos, and websites can all help you stay on your recovery journey. Some of the apps mentioned in this podcast are: What's Up? A Mental Health App https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.jacksontempra.apps.whatsup&hl=en https://apps.apple.com/us/app/whats-up-a-mental-health-app/id9...

Bill Deavel is joined by Peer Support Specialists and mentees Bill Hartford and Zac Canada for a discussion about MPN's mentoring program. Bill mentors several Peer Support Specialists every week as a perk of our paid membership. If you would like more information about the mentoring program, please visit mtpeernetwork.org/pmp.

Bill and Brent chat about stigma surrounding behavioral health. Mental Health Month is a great time to start a conversation about mental health and talking about it more reduces stigma.

Andi and Brent debate the legalization of recreational marijuana in Montana. Montana voters approved legalization of recreational marijuana in November 2020 and rules are currently being written to implement sales. Controversial Conversations is a dramatization of a debate concerning a controversial topic. Those participating are not necessarily expressing their personal views or the views of MPN'...

Bill and Amanda chat about Mental Health Month, labeling, radical acceptance, and their own experiences in the mental health world. You can find out more about it at https://www.nami.org/Get-Involved/Awareness-Events/Mental-Health-Awareness-Month https://www.mhanational.org/mental-health-month You can also find information about Children's Mental Health Week at https://www.ffcmh.org/awarenessweek.

Jim and Amanda take a closer look at how trauma has affected their lives and how they have dealt with that trauma in their recoveries.

Amanda and Brent discuss the importance of knowing recovery resources to help guide your recovery. Check out our website for resource lists and a map to peer support services (mtpeernetwork.org).

Jim and Bill discuss the importance of addressing trauma in recovery.

Jim and Ashley talk about the importance of knowing resources as a peer supporter. They share some of their favorite resources and how to find them. https://samhsa.gov https://mtpeernetwork.org/resources

Jim is joined by Nat Parry, Youth coordinator from the Idaho Federation of Families for Children's Mental Health, for a discussion of youth in recovery. Nat shares her experiences that led to her working with the Idaho YouthMOVE Chapter and why it is important for youth to find support from peers their own age. Learn more about the Idaho Federation of Families youth programs at https://www.idahofe...

MPN's Brent Morris and guest Michelle Lewis discuss the challenges of cross disabilities and recovery. Brent deals with blindness as well as substance use, depression, and anxiety. Michelle has cerebral palsy and bipolar disorder.

Bill, Ashley, and Amanda discuss how their perceptions have changed throughout their recovery journeys. Looking at things from a different perspective can change the way you react to situations.