Recovery Talks

The next installment of our 10 Guiding Principles series. Jim, Ashley, and Bill discuss the concept of strengths and responsibilities in recovery-personal and communitywide.

Bill, Jim, and Ashley talk about the principle of culture and how it plays into their recovery journeys.

Bill and Ashley discuss the role that purpose has played in their recovery journeys. This is a recording of our live Facebook broadcast from 7-23-2020.

Bill, Jim, and Ashley talk about their experience as a peer and as a peer supporter. Peer support is one of the 10 Guiding Principles of recovery.

Stacey Wheeler, MSW, LCSW, MHPP, covers the requirements of clinical supervision for Certified Behavioral Health Peer Support Specialists in Montana. You can find her example forms on our website at mtpeernetwork.org/resources.

Jim and Ashley share their experiences retooling their recovery toolboxes. Every recovery journey needs a tune up now and again. Check out things that you haven't tried, evaluate those things that are getting stale, and move forward in your recovery! This is the audio recording of our Facebook Live Broadcast from June 11, 2020. We broadcast live every other Thursday at 10:30 am MT. https://faceboo...

MPN member, Matt Furlong, talks about his experiences as an adoptee and therapeutic foster care that led him to advocate for peer support for families and youth.

This is an audio recording of our Facebook Live event May 28, 2020. Jim and Bill talk about the lessons they learned along the way about recovery planning.

Jim talks with Todd Tecca and Jennifer Driscoll, Peer Advocacy and Leadership Advisory Council Members, about how they got involved in advocacy. They answer the question many people may have -"Why me? Why should I be an advocate?"

Bill Deavel, Recovery Coach, and Ashley McLean, Recovery Coach Supervisor discuss their experiences navigating the substance use disorder and mental health systems. This is a recording of our live Facebook broadcast from May 14, 2020.

Jim, Bill, and Ashley talk about their experiences in building person driven recovery.

Jim, Ashley, and Bill talk about some of their most memorable recovery moments. This is the audio from our Facebook Live broadcast on Arpil 30, 2020. https://www.facebook.com/MTPeerNetwork/videos/539667996923325/

US Army Disabled American Veteran, Lawrence Rhone talks about his organization - Rhone's Farm and Retreat - a skill building retreat for warriors. Lawrence is a Federally Accredited Veterans' Advocate with the Office of General Council. http://www.rhonesfarmretreat.com/

Many people feel the desire to give back after they are comfortable on their recovery path. Jennifer Driscoll joins Andi and Jim to discuss the importance of taking action when you are in stable recovery.

Jim, Ashley, and Bill were live on Facebook on April 9, 2020 to talk about how the COVID-19 outbreak is affecting them and the pople they work with. They take questions from the viewers and help provide tips to maintaining recovery and connecting with others in this trying time. This is the first in a series of live broadcasts we will be holding every other week. You can watch us live at https://w...

Jim and Andi discuss the importance of self-care and some ideas for self-care activities. Whether you are stuck at home because of the COVID-19 outbreak or a snow storm or just feeling like you need a break, practicing self-care is vital to maintaining your recovery.

Recovery emerges from hope. Jim, Ashley, and Bill discuss the concept of hope in recovery and how it has affected their journeys.

Jim and Andi share some tips for taking care of your behavioral health during the Covid-19 outbreak. References include https://cdc.gov https://coronavirus.gov https://who.int https://www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ Support Group Central

Andi talks with Craig Fitch, Attorney for the Montana Board of Visitors and patient lawyer at Montana State Hospital. Craig shares information about what the Board of Visitors does, his role at the Montana State Hospital, and the improvements that he has seen int he behavioral health system during his time with the State.

Jim, Bill, and Ashley discuss how each person in recovery has their own pathway. As peer supporters, it is our job to help people along the path they choose, not necessarily the path that we are walking.

Mary Cassidy talks about how tapping can help alleviate stress and help to process negative emotions. She is a certified EFT and Faster EFT practitioner. You can read more about Mary on her website https://www.tapoutstress.com/.

Michelle Lewis and Mike Smith talk about their relationship of 27 years including the struggles and the accomplishments. Relationships in recovery may have unique challenges but many of the issue are the same for couples who are not in recovery.

Jim and Andi discuss the Peer Advocacy and Leadership Project Passport. This is a way for you to track your progress through six training opportunities and be recognized as a peer leader. For more information, please visit http://mtpeernetwork.org/pal

Ashley and John McLean talk about their relationship while in recovery. People are often told not to get into a relationship when you are new in recovery but what do you do when you already have a relationship you want to maintain?

Jim and Andi talk about their experiences with relationships in recovery. Relationships can be difficult int he best of circumstances but they can be especially difficult when you are navigating recovery as well.