The 7th Seal

This episode talks about the never-ending laundry basket of life. We will ALWAYS have laundry. We will ALWAYS have a list of things to do. Today we talk about celebrating the things we do accomplish while accepting the things yet to be done.

Chowen shares his personal approach to managing ADD and productivity using the John Henry method, emphasizing focus, motivation, and balancing work with life. He discusses his projects, strategies for overcoming distractions, and the importance of prioritizing what truly matters.

In this episode, Chowen explores the profound differences between happiness and joy, emphasizing how joy is a sustainable, internal state that can be cultivated through intentional practices. This episode offers insights into building joy regardless of external circumstances, highlighting practical ways to enhance well-being.

In this episode, Chowen discusses the challenges faced when a person forgets to be thankful. He discusses the move from thankful to grateful and how the avalanche of gratitude will fill your cup with healthy goodness.

Wait too long for what??? What am I going to miss if I wait??? In this episode, Chowen discusses the simplistic yet difficult concept of acting on things you want to do. Tomorrow isn't promised to any of us. If there is something you want to do, do it. Don't wait too long.

In this conversation, Derek Chowen discusses the critical differences between sobriety and recovery, emphasizing that recovery involves not just abstaining from substances but also developing the tools to cope with life. He outlines the various losses one may experience during recovery, such as the loss of certain friendships, the euphoria of early sobriety, and the moral high ground. However, he...

Summary In this episode, Derek Chowen dives deep into the concept of opportunity, challenging the notion that it simply presents itself. He emphasizes that opportunities are always available, waiting for individuals to take action. Drawing from personal experiences, Derek reflects on his journey to recovery and how he could have seized opportunities sooner. He encourages listeners to recognize the...

In this episode, Derek Chowen uses an analogy to compare polishing a sailboat hull to improving one's life. There is risk in doing something differently or applying pressure (effort), but there is also potential reward waiting for you.

In this episode, Derek Chowen reflects on the New Year, sharing his thoughts on resolutions and the importance of realizations. He discusses personal growth, lessons learned from a life-changing incident involving a car accident, and introduces the 'Secret Agent Game' as a metaphor for mindfulness and preparedness in driving. The episode encourages listeners to share their own lessons and collabor...

Christmas has a way of inviting ghosts to the table. Old streets. Old houses. Old voices we still expect to hear. In this episode, Derek returns to his hometown and takes listeners on a walk through the places where memory still lives—exploring how time changes landscapes, relationships, and us. Rather than pushing grief away, this conversation makes space for it. Because the emptiness we feel at...

Episode 3: "The Freedom of Being You" In this episode of 7th Seal Recovery, we dive into the power of self-acceptance and why other people’s opinions don’t define you. We explore how the energy spent pretending to be someone else is wasted—and how redirecting that energy into embracing your true self leads to freedom and fulfillment. Learn how to detach from external validation, set boundaries, an...

Episode 2: The First Step—Starting Your Journey to Recovery In this second episode of The 7th Seal Recovery Podcast, we talk about one of the hardest but most important moments in recovery: taking the first step. Whether you’re considering change, feeling stuck, or afraid of what life looks like without addiction, this episode is for you. Host Derek Chowen, a Certified Recovery Coach Professional...

The Story Behind 7th Seal Coaching Services It was just another day, or so I thought. I had music playing in the background as I went about my routine, lost in the familiar notes of Van Halen’s Balance album. I’d heard these songs countless times, but that day, something was different. When The Seventh Seal came on, something in me stirred. Maybe it was timing, maybe it was fate. Either way, I fou...