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This Hypoglycemia and Alcoholism relationship MUST BE KNOWN. As it turns out, quitting alcohol is not quite enough to recover fully from addiction. But don't worry – it's entirely within your power to feel incredible once you make a few changes to your diet and lifestyle. This episode can be a real lifesaver for people who have not yet read about the significant overlap between hypoglycemia and alcohol. You may have heard about people who gave up only to mysteriously become dry drunks. They are irritable and generally not fun to be around. While this condition is often characterized as a spiritual defect, there is evidence that this “syndrome” is essentially undiagnosed (and uncorrected) hypoglycemia. Always do more research (including side effects and contraindications), and then talk to your doctor before trying new supplements. Here are the topics of this episode: What is Hypoglycemia? The Relationship Between Alcohol and Hypoglyemica The Hypoglycemia-Alcoholism Connection How to Reverse Hypoglycemia Show Notes Page>>

Learn some of the best supplement formulas for alcohol and drug detox, cravings, preventing relapse, bouncing back from relapse, and beyond. In this episode, you'll hear a segment of Matt Finch's newest Live Course and Group Coaching Program called Master THOR To End Your Addiction Now: Mind/Body/Spirit Mastery For Alcohol Recovery. The class was two hours of lecture and 15 minutes of discussion after. Here are the main concepts discussed by Matt Finch: Why Supplements are a Kickass Strategy The Philosophy of Supplementation for Addiction Recovery Benefits of Using Supplements for Addiction Recovery Some of the Top Supplements, Formulas, and Brands Chris and Matt Love The Addictive (or "Extremist") Personality and beyond... Show Notes Page>>

Learn the modern-day faulty views of alcohol use disorder, why the mainstream success rates still aren't increasing, and how to view, understand, and treat alcohol problems strategically and holistically. In this episode, you'll hear a segment of Matt Finch's newest Live Course and Group Coaching Program called Master THOR To End Your Addiction Now: Mind/Body/Spirit Mastery For Alcohol Recovery. The class was two hours of lecture and one hour of discussion and coaching afterward. Here are the main concepts discussed by Matt Finch and Chris Scott: The Hierarchy of Recovery Customized and Holistic Recovery Blueprints Mainstream View on Alcohol Use Disorder Dr. Charles Gant's View on Substance Addictions NLP View on Alcohol and Other Addictions Matt Finch's 10 Fundamentals to Understanding Alcoholism The Science of Recovery Capital Chris Scott on Nutrient-Repair for Alcohol Recovery Show Notes Page>>

Chris Scott interviews Howie Gelfand as we learn his story, his recovery journey, and the real story behind the Wolf of Wall Street!

Matt Finch showcases new research from May 2024 on dopamine pharmacodynamics and addictive processes that are revolutionizing our understanding of dopamine. In this episode, Matt will cover a paper from the International Journal of Molecular Sciences titled Dopamine Pharmacodynamics: New Insights. Here are the topics of this episode: Intro and Overview of the Research The Dopamine System Dopamine as a Neurotransmitter Dopamine as a Neuromodulator Dopamine and Alcohol Addiction Dopamine and Drug Addiction What Causes Addiction? From Bad Neuromodulation to Neurotoxicity Summary Show Notes Page>>

Chris Scott provides deep insights into The Science and Stages of Alcohol Withdrawal Syndrome and The Art of Using The Hierarchy of Recovery. In this episode, you'll hear Chris explain these fundamental concepts in a way that makes sense. For someone who wants to recover from alcohol use disorder (AUD) but hasn't achieved their goal yet, learning these concepts will help a lot. The knowledge you'll receive in approximately half an hour will provide a considerable ROI. This episode was created using two Fit Recovery videos, edited together, and made audio-only. Here are the topics of this episode: What is alcohol? Alcohol tolerance and dependence Alcohol withdrawal syndrome Physical withdrawal symptoms Psychological symptoms The Stages of Withdrawal The Hierarchy of Recovery Biochemical (Physical, Biological) Psychological (Mental, Emotional) Social Spiritual Transcendence Show Notes Page>>

SO MANY PEOPLE need to know about "The Relationship Between Low GABA and Alcohol Addiction." It's a vicious relationship where each disorder can cause and affect the other. For example, someone with a GABA bankruptcy in their brain might have intense cravings for red wine every evening after work and then become alcohol-addicted after a few months of habitual drinking… … or someone with alcohol dependence develops a GABA bankruptcy from repeated consumption of alcohol (in contrast, their natural GABA levels were optimal before addiction). After learning about this notorious accord between two devastating disorders and how to boost GABA naturally, you'll be well on your way to restoring your mind/body health and elevating your GABA to optimal levels. This episode is an abridged version of the full-length article on Fit Recovery, which has the same title. Here are the topics of this episode: What is GABA? GABA Deficiency Symptoms What's the Relationship Between Alcohol and GABA? How Does GABA Deficiency Manifest? 9 Proven Ways to Optimize Your GABA Levels 1) Foods and Drinks (GABA-Building Diet) 2) L-Theanine 3) Chamomile 4) Passionflower 5) Lemon Balm 6) Kava 7) Valerian 8) Supplements 9) Natural Therapies Show Notes Page>>

The euphemism "13th-stepping" refers to the longstanding and long-tolerated practice of 12-step members (mostly men) hitting on and trying to date or have sex with other members (usually women) in their first year of sobriety. In episode 344, you'll discover how widespread and damaging this behavior is in America, how to protect yourself if you attend AA or plan on attending in the future, and much more. Here are the topics of this episode: The Definition of “13th Step.” My Experience Witnessing 13th-Steppers 13th Stepping. Why People Work this Unofficial Step. The Negative Consequences of this Behavior. How to Avoid Being 13th-Stepped. How to Recover from 13th-Step Trauma. Furthermore, you'll learn what the research says, what victims have shared, and get additional helpful resources to support your learning journey. Show Notes Page>>

Researchers found that the "Service-to-Others” strategy can help you to stay alcohol-free long-term while decreasing depression and anxiety, increasing life satisfaction, better social functioning, and better mental health. The service-to-others path for staying alcohol-free can help you to: Quit Drinking and Stay Alcohol-Free Find Your Purpose Elevate Your Consciousness Raise Your Vibration Create Lasting Fulfillment Live in a Beautiful State of Being and more If a "chronic relapser" with moderate generalized anxiety, severe social anxiety, trauma, low self-esteem, and a fixed/victim mindset like me can do it, truly anyone can. That means that you can - and with this strategy, you'll be well on your way to transcending alcoholism and transforming into your True Self. Here are the topics of this episode: Polarity in Consciousness Characteristics of Unpolarized Consciousness Service-to-Others vs. Service-to-Self Consciousness The Path of Control vs. the Path of Acceptance The Service-to-Self Philosophy and Strategy Beware of "False Light" and "Wolves in Sheep's Clothing" Service-to-Others: The Positive Path The Service-of-Being: Your Main Service The Service-of-Doing: Your Secondary Service How to Stay Alcohol-Free with Service-to-Others How to Practice the Service-of-Being Service to Others in Sobriety (SOS) How to Practice the Service-of-Doing How to Make "The Choice" 21 Ways Service-to-Others Helps You Stay Alcohol-Free The Secret to Living is Giving 10 Famous Quotes on "Service to Others" 9 Helpful Resources on "Service to Others" Recommended books on service to others Recommended videos on service to others 15 Key Concepts on Service-to-Others for Alcohol Recovery Conclusion: It's been a pleasure serving you... Keep it Simple Read the Article Version of this Episode Show Notes Page>>

Recently, a Fit Recovery group coaching client asked Matt if he could talk about "Tips and strategies for staying in long-term recovery and finding success in sobriety."  In this episode of Elevation Recovery, you'll hear Matt's response to the question. Here is what you'll learn about: The Stages of Change The Phases of Recovery Permanently "In Recovery" versus "Recovered" The Action Stage of Change and Early Recovery The Maintenance Stage of Change and Long-Term Recovery Relapses and Slips The Rewire Phase of Recovery Strategies for staying alcohol-free forever: Physical Strategies Mental Strategies Social Strategies Environmental Strategies Spiritual Strategies The Pain-Pleasure Principle The Pain-Pleasure Balance and more Show Notes Page>>

Learn about the widespread yet rarely talked about phenomenon that Matt Finch has termed The Alcohol-Energy Addiction Connection. Ethanol (alcohol) is a central nervous system (CNS) depressant class of drug. This means that it slows down your brain, heart, and respiratory function. Since alcohol slows down the operations of the brain and body, why do countless individuals report getting the opposite effects? In this episode, you'll learn exactly why. The main topics you're going to learn about are: How alcohol works in the brain and body Why alcohol gives some people massive energy even though it's a CNS depressant What is alcohol-induced energy? What is alcohol-induced hypomania Why alcohol-induced hypomania is so addictive and why it's often so difficult to quit and more Show Notes Page>>

Learn the secrets to underlying causes of addiction and the top obstacles to long-term recovery. Most people try to recover from addiction while they're simultaneously lacking key information that can make the process and challenge much less confusing, scary, and difficult. In this episode, Matt Finch provides you with two paramount concepts: The 4 Primary Causes of Addiction The 7 Primary Obstacles to Recovery The first concept is from Dr. Charles Gant. The second concept is Matt Finch's "Part II" to The Four Primary Causes of Addiction. Learning about both of these concepts in one episode gives you the strategic advantage for overcoming addiction. The main topics you're going to learn about are: The Root Causes of Addiction & Primary Obstacles To Recovery The 4 Root Causes of Alcoholism or Drug Addiction Mitigating the 4 Causes or "Risk Factors" of Alcohol / Drug Problems The 7 Primary Obstacles to Alcohol & Drug Recovery Transcending The 7 Primary Obstacles... The Total Recovery of Alcoholism (Mind, Brain, Body, and Spirit) Keep Learning About Addiction and The Self Show Notes Page>>

Learn about the most effective nutritional strategies for Alcohol or Drug Detox, Healing, Relapse Prevention, and Recovery in this clip from an epic live class by Matt Finch. The new program is Mastering Supplements For Alcohol Recovery.; a six-week deep dive into the biochemical pillar of addiction and recovery. In this episode, Matt Finch is teaching a live Zoom class that went on for four hours on February 27, 2024. The clip you're going to hear has EPIC information on all of the top nutritional strategies for overcoming addiction once and for all. The main topics you're going to learn about are: The Creators of The Pro-Recovery Diet (Julia Ross and Christina Veselak) The Top 8 Anti-Recovery Edibles The Top 7 Pro-Recovery Foods The Primary Principles of the Pro-Recovery Diet The Importance of Protein (in Greek means "of Primary Importance") Example #1: Amy's Pro-Recovery Nutrition Plan for a Day Example #2: Tom's Pro-Recovery Nutrition Plan for a Day The Simple Pro-Recovery Nutrient Triad The Hierarchy of Pro-Recovery Macros Show Notes Page>>

Learn about the most exciting and effective Bio-Therapies for Alcohol or Drug Detox and Recovery in this clip from the Live Week 1 Class of Mastering Supplements For Alcohol Recovery. In this episode, Matt Finch is teaching a live Zoom class that went on for three hours on February 13, 2024. The clip you're going to hear has EPIC information on all of the top Bio-Therapies for detox and recovery, withdrawal symptoms, PAWS, cravings, insomnia, anxiety, depression, and more. The main topics you're going to learn about are: The Hierarchy of Recovery (Mind, Body, Spirit) Mastering The Biochemical Pillar of the Recovery Hierarchy Recovery Capital (Physical, Psychological, Social, and Spiritual) Physical Recovery Capital Optimization Bio-Therapies for Alcohol or Drug Withdrawal, Healing, and Recovery Show Notes Page>>

Learn The 7 Impacts of Trauma and How Trauma Happens In the Mind, Brain, Body, AND Spirit. Matt Finch shares an EPIC and proven three-step process for mind/body/spirit trauma healing totality. This episode of Elevation Recovery comes from a portion of a course and group coaching program called Make Alcohol Moot Again With Mindset Mastery. Unresolved and unhealed trauma (childhood and adult) can make it harder to stop drinking alcohol or administering drugs. Childhood trauma changes the brain and nervous system in ways that make alcohol and other addictions potential subjective resources to regulate the nervous system (and this can lead to addiction). Healing from trauma can take a long time and many individuals haven't been able to recover when using the mind-only approaches or even mind/body approaches. In these cases, trauma healing from a mind, brain, body, and spirit approach can often help. Here are the topics you're going to learn: The Mind-Only Approach to Trauma Healing The Mind/Brain/Body-Informed Perspective The Mind/Brain/Body/Spirit-Informed Perspective The Seven Impacts of Trauma The Three Steps to Healing Trauma in Mind/Brain/Body/Spirit Show Notes Page>>

Anthony Hopkins, one of the greatest actors of all time, shares his story of alcoholism and recovery at an Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) Speaker Meeting. In this speech, Anthony Hopkins shares what alcoholism was like, what happened, and what his life is like now. Here is an overview of his story: His love and obsession with alcohol The progression of his alcoholism When and why he finally admitted he was an alcoholic How he was introduced to Alcoholics Anonymous Finding a Higher Power and working the AA program How his obsession to drink alcohol was lifted from the very first AA Meeting and more! Learn more below: AA.org (Alcoholics Anonymous Official Website) Show Notes Page>>

Learn how to create a proactive morning routine for addiction recovery by using The Miracle Morning Program developed by Hal Elrod. In this episode, Matt Finch provides you with an informative overview of how to use the Life S.A.V.E.R.S for addiction recovery. The Life S.A.V.E.R.S framework is simple and highly effective. It's also holistic and addresses the mind, body, and spirit. The Miracle Morning system involves the strategic utilization of six proven strategies for personal and professional development. The SAVERS represent: Silence Affirmations Visualization Exercise Reading Scribing (Writing) Learn more below: Miracle Morning Official Website Show Notes Page>>

Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD) often comes with alcohol-induced blackouts. In this mini-episode, you'll hear how on Independence Day of 2005, Matt Finch was blacked out by noon on a crowded beach in his hometown. The last thing that Matt remembers from that day is arriving at the Fourth of July beach party drunk and walking straight toward his friend holding a bottle of Jack Daniels Whiskey. What happened after that? NOTHING good. Show Notes Page>>

Charlie Sheen is sober and says using "Shame Shivers" is what helps him stay in recovery. Learn more about this relapse prevention technique inside. In this episode, you'll learn how to use a powerful Relapse Prevention Technique (RPT) for early recovery. If it's strong enough to help Sheen stay addiction-free, it's probably strong enough for you! This technique is based on human behavior, neuroscience, and psychology. Here is what you're going to learn: Addiction is a health disorder, not an "Identity" Charlie Sheen is a self-described "People-Pleaser" Why rehab didn't work when Sheen did it to please others A brief frame of "Early Recovery" and its pitfalls How "Co-Occurring Disorders" can make Early Recovery more challenging How "Stress" is often the biggest trigger to slip or relapse in early recovery Why "Recovery Capital" is so important Categories of Recovery Capital (Shame Shivers falls under "Psychological") The "Shame Shivers" Relapse Prevention Technique Why this strategy works so well at preventing alcohol or drug use How it works Pain avoidance drives behavior (how the "Pain-Pleasure Principle" works) How shame can be a trigger or a safety switch How addiction can be like driving a car without brakes (or with damaged brakes) Show Notes Page>>  

Learn how to transcend addiction in 2024 by utilizing one or more Pathways To Recovery. In this episode, Matt Finch provides an in-depth "Menu" of recovery resources that can help you navigate the options with greater skill and ease. Here is what you're going to learn: Topic: How To Quit Drinking Alcohol In 2024 (3 Proven Pathways To Recovery) The 3 Classes of Recovery Pathways Clinical Pathways Non-Clinical Pathways Self-Management Pathways ("Natural Recovery") Examples of Natural Recovery Is there a best Pathway to Recovery? Resources used to study the topic and create this episode (highly recommend): RecoveryAnswers.org FacesAndVoicesOfRecovery.org Show Notes Page>>

In this timely re-upload (slightly abridged and optimized), Chris Scott and Matt Finch discuss strategies and tactics for not drinking alcohol/poisoning yourself during the holidays.  Advertisements, friends, and family... it can be difficult to not succumb to peer pressure or even slip into solitary drinking during the holidays and especially over Christmas and New Year's parties or lonely nights. With these strategies such as sleep, nutrient repair, and so on, alcohol recovery can be maintained! Note: Although this episode was originally recorded for the last holiday season, the strategies and tactics remain just as useful if not more so today. Show Notes Page>>

Recovery Capital is the breadth and depth of internal and external resources that can be drawn upon to initiate and sustain recovery from severe drug and alcohol problems. In this episode, Matt Finch provides Recovery Capital articles, information, education, assessments, and other resources that, combined, will help you to have a good understanding of this game changer known as Recovery Capital (RC).  Here is what you're going to learn: Topic: The Science of Recovery Capital: Where Do We Go From The 3 Types of Recovery Pathways (Clinical Pathways, Non-Clinical Pathways, Self-Directed Pathways) The Self-Management Pathways of Recovery ( “Natural Recovery” ) What is Recovery Capital? Is the Recovery Capital approach having success? For example, are there any research study outcomes we can learn from? Where is Recovery Capital already being used? The Recovery Capital Scale, The Recovery Capital Index, the Assessment of Recovery Capital (ARC), MIRC, and other RC Assessments Recovery Capital MEGA-Importance During Early Recovery Articles Read in This Episode: https://www.fletchergroup.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/FLETCHER-GROUP-NOVEMBER-2020-NEWSLETTER.pdf https://www.sigmundsoftware.com/what-is-recovery-capital Recovery Capital Resources Used for This Episode: https://www.naadac.org/assets/2416/whitewlcloudw2008_recovery_capital_a_primer.pdf https://socialwork.buffalo.edu/resources/multidimensional-inventory-recovery-capital.html https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2211734/ https://icsa.uiowa.edu/sites/icsa.uiowa.edu/files/2020-05/ARC_instrument.pdf Show Notes Page>>

Matt Finch goes deep into the world of Highly Sensitive People and Empaths and why they can be highly prone to alcohol and drug addiction. In this episode, you'll learn about several interrelated topics, including the Highly Sensitive Person (HSP), the Empath, the Highly Sensitive Empath, and why these human biological innate traits can increase addiction vulnerability (especially to CNS depressants like alcohol, benzos, and opioids). Here are the main topics discussed in this episode: Topic: The Link Between Human Sensitivity and Addiction What is Sensitivity? What is a Highly Sensitive Person? What is an Empath? What are the differences and similarities between HSPs and Empaths? Can you be an HSP and an Empath or can you only be one? Why are sensitive humans prone to addiction? Are there substances and addictions sensitives get into more than others? Do sensitives need different approaches to addiction treatment? What are the key concepts a sensitive person with an addiction should know? What are the key concepts a sensitive person without an addiction should know? What are some helpful resources for highly sensitive people and empaths? Books, Podcasts, YouTube channels, Documentaries, Interviews, Free Online Assessments, Websites, Blogs, etc. Show Notes Page>>

Matt Finch goes deep into the main issues people on drugs and alcohol are facing when it comes to mainstream treatment options. This episode is actually a chapter from Matt's in-progress book and it exposes the severe and numerous problems with substance use disorder treatment in the U.S. You'll learn why Matt Finch calls the present day the dark ages of addiction treatment such as mainstream treatment options neglecting brain repair, using cookie-cutter treatment plans and a one-size-fits-all treatment, the one-path recovery doctrine, stigmatization of medication-assisted treatment patients, the war on drugs, underqualified and over-stressed/worked substance abuse counselors, dogmatic addiction professionals, incompetent physicians, greedy addiction professionals, corruption, and much, much more.  Show Notes Page>>

Matt Finch interviews Nico Morales, founder of No Halo, about his story of surviving the opioid epidemic and addiction, alcohol addiction, and mind/body/spirit recovery plus creating a life of service to others. In this episode, the audio for the guest has portions where it's low volume or inaudible due to wind and being outdoors. Yet, most of the episode audio is audible and the in-depth notes on Nico's story can help to fill in more information if needed. Show Notes Page>>

Matt Finch interviews Mamoon from episode 324 for an exciting part 2 featuring his wife, Nova, and the creation of 14 Step Recovery. This episode won't make much sense unless you listen to episode 324 first! To begin, Nova (Mamoon's wife) talks about her addiction in Detroit and longing for something more customized for her needs than AA meetings. From there, Nova'a timeline eventually connects with Mamoon when they were both employees of Wilderness Therapy in Utah. You'll love hearing their shared story so much, especially how they transcended the many challenges from leaving a secure life to go after their dreams. Show Notes Page>>

Matt Finch reads some transformational alcohol recovery testimonials along with the strategies they used prescribed by Dr. Joseph Murphy. In this episode, you'll hear a few real-life examples of people quitting drinking and using drugs using the power of their subconscious minds. Dr. Joseph Murphy's prescriptions for harnessing the subconscious potential and transmuting it into kinetic active energy seem to really work when applied to the tee. Here are the main topics discussed in this episode: How your subconscious removes mental blocks How to break or build a habit How he broke a bad habit (alcoholism) The power of his mental picture Focused attention He said a jinx was following him How much do you want what you want? Why he could not be healed The explanation and the cure Refusing to admit it Building in the idea of freedom Fifty-one percent healed The law of substitution The cause of alcoholism Three magic steps Keep on keeping on Review your thought power =>Recommended Resource: The Power of Your Subsconcious Mind - by Joseph Murphy Show Notes Page>>

Matt Finch interviews Hunter ("Mamoon"), founder of 14 Step, about his severe addiction to using Xanax Gummies and other benzos and how he recovered. Mamoon became addicted soon after beginning Xanax gummies and says they helped him to breathe when normally it was hard to breathe due to so much anxiety. After multiple run-ins with the police and court system, Mamoon's parents sent him to Wilderness Therapy which wasn't the end of his Benzo use but the beginning of the end. Here are the main topics discussed in this episode: Hunter (Mamoon) grew up in Raleigh, North Carolina In high school his town had huge amounts of Xanax gummies and other benzos Mamoon starts partnering with friends to go on Dark Web and buy Xanax Gummies with Bitcoin Mamoon becomes a daily Xanax user and his tolerance and dependence skyrockets Getting busted with a backpack full of Xanax Gummies and Pot Brownies Put on probabation and not able to get in trouble for 12 months to avoid felony Pulled over by police with a backpack full of Xanax Gummies right before college started Gets sent to Wilderness Therapy in Southern Utah in the Winter as an alternative to incarceration After Wilderness Therapy returns to using Benzos in a Relapse Eventually recovers from and then transcends addiction completely Starts 14 Step and creates 14Step.com Show Notes Page>>

Matt Finch interviews Courtney Andersen about her journey of alcohol recovery and helping other women on their journeys, too. Courtney is a Sober Coach, podcast host and YOUR personal sober cheerleader. She's the Founder of National Sober Day (9/14), and the Founder of Sober Vibes, an online support community for recovery and sober-curious women of all ages.   Courtney Andersen describes the best day of her life as August 18th, 2012. "That is the day I finally stopped the madness of addiction and started to do some real LIVIN!" Courtney is a cheerleader for women looking to change their relationship with alcohol, supporting them to thrive, not just survive, without it. As the Founder of National Sober Day, Host of the Sober Vibes podcast, a sober coach, and author, Courtney has helped thousands of people find more freedom, going alcohol-free. Show Notes Page>>

Using Dr. Gant's book End Your Addiction Now, Matt Finch discusses the highly important yet almost always overlooked second element of Phase 2 of recovery - Detoxification. There are 2 factors in Detox.  One detoxes the substance out of their body of course, but general detoxification done simultaneously can greatly increase your health and relapse prevention phase of life. General detoxification is reducing the toxic load in the liver, chelation, phase 2 heavy metal detoxification, lowering oxidative stress and inflammation, and more. Here are the main topics discussed in Episode #322: What is toxic load? The 3 main causes of high toxic load High exposure to toxins Breakdown of the body's barriers against toxins The inability of the liver to adequately process toxins Nutritional supplements that will help you win the battle against toxins Lecithin Lactobacillus Acidophilus Bifidus Vitamin E Vitamin C MSM Alpha Lipoic Acid Glutathione Glycine How long to use the supplements for What about using this protocol while I'm still using substances? Show Notes Page>>

Matt Finch takes you on a DEEP Dive Breakdown of the Serenity Prayer in this fascinating episode. You'll learn how to rewire your brain, optimize your mind, and harness your spiritual power by a process that results in Living the Serenity Prayer and embodying the being-ness of Serentiy, Courage, and Wisdom. Here are the main topics discussed in Episode #321: Harnessing the Powers of Acceptance of things we can't control, Courage to Make Positive and many times difficult Changes, and Wisdom to Discern the difference Looking at the Serenity Prayer with fresh eyes while ditching the stigma What is Serenity? What exactly is meant by accepting things one can't control or change? What is Courage? What exactly is meant by gaining and using courage to change things one can? What is Wisdom? What is exactly meant by gaining and using Wisdom to discern the difference between the two (what we can and can't change or control)? The difference between saying the prayer, saying it with emotion and clarity, and actually Living the Serenity Prayer through embodiment, Unconscious Competence (Neuroplasticity from repetition), Habit, and Personality/Consciousness Embeddedness Show Notes Page>>

Matt Finch discusses the multidimensional dynamics of why divisive politics has addicted so many people in recent years. Overview of the main topics discussed: What is divisive politics? Why are divisive politics so addicting? What are the negative consequences of participating in it? How to untether yourself from 'doomscrolling' How to develop a healthier relationship to politics How to systemitize it 30-Day Reset of no politics or social media and much more Show Notes Page>>

Matt Finch shares the life and teachings of Miyamoto Musashi, one of history's most legendary warriors. Miyamoto Musashi is well known for his book The Book of Five Rings, in which he discusses the art of samurai swordsmanship. But what many people don't know is that Miyamoto Musashi also spent a great deal of time writing about life and living. While listening to this episode, you'll learn about Miyamoto Musashi's 21 life principles, which are known as Dokkōdō ("The Path Of Aloneness" or "The Way Of Aloneness"). If you're looking for advice on how to live a successful and fulfilling life, then you'll want to check out this episode! The philosophy from The Dokkōdō reminds me a bit of a combination between Buddhism, Taoism, Stoicism, and Minimalism. Resource and transcript used for this video: https://alyjuma.com/dokkodo-the-path-of-aloneness/ Show Notes Page>>

Matt Finch opens up about his experience using the 'Accelerated Wellness Protocol' from Jeff Primack during the early days of his post-addiction life. In this episode, you'll learn how the Accelerated Wellness Protocol works and will hear Matt's testimonial of the results he got as well as some of the other pros and cons.  Using a blend of therapies like diet, tonic herbalism, nutrigenomics, qigong healing form, qigong strength training, yoga stretching, sunlight, laughter, love, and more, this protocol is designed to make you the healthiest and happiest you've been in life. And as Matt found out through experimentation with his own self, the Accelerated Wellness Protocol can be used to prevent relapse to alcohol and/or drugs and further outgrow and transcend addiction (while super-optimizing your mind, body, spirit, relationships, intimate life, and more). Recommended resources you might find useful: Conquering ANY Disease by Jeff Primack Total Alcohol Recovery Program Ultimate Opioid Recovery Program SomaDerm Neura-Vie Show Notes Page>>

In this episode, you'll hear a lecture given by Chris Scott for the Alliance for Addiction Solutions back in 2021, on Fit Recovery and the story behind it, how Chris transcended alcohol use disorder, supplements and diet tips, and much more. In this training, you'll learn about how Chris Scott became addicted to alcohol, how he couldn't stop drinking, what happened for him to finally, quit, how he remained alcohol-free and built Fit Recovery, and there is even an epic Q & A section at the end that you'll find very informative. Overview of the main topics in this episode: Chris Scott's story of alcohol addiction and recovery The biochemical aspect of alcohol addiction and recovery Mainstream rehabs and Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) Big Pharma, Big Rehab, Dogmatic approaches Importance of diet and supplementation for alcohol detox and recovery Fitness and brain repair after quitting drinking Psychological strategies Mindset The Hierarchy of Recovery Model Biochemical Optimization Reframing Personal Development Reading and educating oneself on alcohol addiction and recovery therapeutics Q & A Show Notes Page>>

This is a powerful meditation that helps to reprogram your subconscious mind and keep your brain's reticular activating system (RAS) focused on the goal of overcoming addiction. The RAS works like a heat-seeking missile. By keeping your RAS focused on the target of recovering from addiction, you'll have a much better chance of achieving your goal. The best time to listen to this guided meditation for addiction recovery would be right after you wake up or just as you're going to sleep. Right after we wake and just before sleep, we pass through theta brain waves. Delta waves are the sleeping brain waves. As we wake we pass from delta to theta, alpha, then beta. When we go to bed it's the opposite. Theta waves are the subconscious reprogramming waves. Your analytical and judging mind is turned off in theta, allowing the messages in this meditation to sink deep into your subconscious without blocking them. To get the best benefits from this meditation, you may like to listen once or twice per day during these times, although you can totally benefit from listening any time of day, as the guided meditation helps you to relax into theta waves using progressive muscle relaxation during the first few minutes. The Guided Meditation for Transcending Addiction is also more powerful when using earbuds or headphones. Noise-canceling headphones are typically best as they allow you to block out the rest of the sounds of life around you, making it easier for you to sink deep into theta waves while listening to the guided imagery, affirmations, and subconscious-software-program-hacking for overcoming addiction safely and powerfully.

Matt Finch shares research and personal testimony into the use of grounding (aka "earthing") for physical and mental health optimization. In this episode, you'll learn about grounding therapy and why it works, the benefits you can expect, how Vitamin G (Grounding) is a missing link to health and a major reason that rates of inflammation are so high these days.    Overview of the main topics in this episode: Grounding therapy definitions and synonyms How grounding therapy works Benefits of grounding therapy Research into grounding therapy How to use grounding therapy Why grounding therapy is so important Why Matt Finch loves stacking Vitamin G with Vitamin S (Sunshine) Plus stacking Vitamin GS with mindfulness, breathing exercises, and incantations and more Earthing: The Most Important Health Discovery Ever! Show Notes Page>> Recommended resources you might find useful: Total Alcohol Recovery Program Ultimate Opioid Recovery Program SomaDerm Neura-Vie

Matt Finch shares POWERFUL lessons on Reframing Alcohol... including myriad other helpful tips and insights and resources stemming from a recent, creative epiphany he received on a barefoot sunshine nature walk ("DAP on Tap!"). You'll learn the "Dap on Tap" Alcohol Reframe Technique (ART) that Matt created as well as simple steps to get benefits from it or how to create and practice your own ART. After a week of no podcast in celebration of Independence Day, this short but potent podcast episode is sure to give you a big bang for the time invested in listening. Overview of the main topics in this episode: Welcome and thank you! What is DAP? What is "DAP on Tap?" What is a Reframe? How to Practice the Alcohol Reframe Technique (ART) How to Create and Practice Your Own Customized ART How to Learn More ARTs How to Learn more about Reframing in General and more! Show Notes Page>> ElevationRecovery.com Official Website

Betty Guadagno (Buddha Betty) shares her story of overdosing and going to the afterlife, where she was very shocked coming from her atheist belief system. She realizes that her beliefs were totally wrong after learning that Life after Death, Heaven, and Souls all really exist. Betty had a spiritually transformative experience in March of 2019. She went from a drug addicted, sex worker, and self-described radical atheist to a devout believer in long-term recovery, working as a recovery coach, and manifesting a life beyond her wildest dreams. She will take you through her awakening journey where she was shown her pre-birth planning, her divine mission, and the interconnectedness of all things. Here is an overview of the main topics of this episode:   Boot Camp - Growing Up with Trauma After Trauma Near Death-Like Experience - Overdose and Kundalini Spiritual Awakening The Mission - Healing, Recovery, Transformation & Service To Others Shown Notes Page>> Online Resources from Budda Betty: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/buddha.betty/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/buddhabetty/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@buddhabetty Email: wavywanderer@gmail.com Coaching/Mentoring Program: https://calendly.com/buddhabetty

In this episode, you'll hear a lecture given by Matt Finch for the Alliance for Addiction Solutions back in 2017, on outgrowing addiction with key supplements and dietary guidelines, exercise and personal development, growth, spirituality, and contribution.  In this training, you'll learn about various different supplements from amino acids and vitamins to herbs, adaptogens, and more. Additionally, you'll gain insights into the Pain/Pleasure Principle, turning obstacles into opportunities and adversity into advantage, plus specific resources from a wide range of integrative and functional modalities that will help you optimize your life in various ways. Overview of the main topics in this episode: Matt's Story of Addiction and Recovery Biochemical strategies for treating addiction Growth strategies Contribution strategies and much, much, much more! Show Notes Page>> Recommended resources you might find useful: Total Alcohol Recovery Program Ultimate Opioid Recovery Program SomaDerm Neura-Vie

Due to vast differences in human values, personalities, world views, beliefs, culture, faith, desires, goals, preferences, addiction severity, level of care (LOC) needed, resources, experiences, upbringing, knowledge, addiction/recovery philosophy, access to meetings and support, IQ, EQ, and countless other variables, AA seems to work better than anything else for some individuals -- yet for many other individuals, after learning about AA or trying it out, they find more resonance using different resources, evidence-based or not (or a combination of both) for staying sober off alcohol. Since there are so many different and very unique individuals that want to remain sober from alcohol, it's important to provide a 'How To Stay Alcohol-Free Menu Of Options' -- and that way a person can have more treatment options, therapies, strategies, resources, and tools to choose from for navigating the challenges of remaining sober from alcohol for 30 days, 90 days, 1 year, 10 years, 20 years, or for the remainder of a person's life (depending on their unique goals regarding alcohol consumption). Overview of the main topics in this episode: Self-Reinvention for Alcohol Recovery Self-Examination for Alcohol Recovery Examples of Timelines for Alcohol Recovery Self-Reinvention 4 Categories of Staying Alcohol-Free 16 Predictors of Staying Alcohol-Free How to get the most out of this episode Show Notes Page>> Links to main resources from this episode: Free 36-Page PDF Assessment Worksheet That Goes With This Episode Book Free 20-Minute Alcohol Recovery Coaching Call with Matt Finch Total Alcohol Recovery 2.0  

Augment and strengthen recovery from addiction by learning about and working with the 7 Hermetic Principles. These principles are natural laws of the universe. In this episode, you'll learn about Hermetic Philosophy and The 7 Hermetic Principles as described in THE KYBALION (1908) By Three Initiates. The Seven Principles of Hermetic Philosophy are Mentalism, Correspondence, Vibration, Polarity, Rhythm, Cause and Effect, and Gender. Show Notes Page>> Links to main resources from this episode: The Kybalion (1908) by Three Initiates Total Alcohol Recovery 2.0

Learn how to harness the power of audio-therapeutics, audio-therapy stacking, and augmenting addiction recovery even more. Audio therapy is such a healing modality and there is a plethora of research on the many benefits of it for things like mood, focus, insomnia, anxiety, depression, pain, and much more. Overview of the main topics in this episode: What is audio-therapy? What are the different types of audio-therapies What are the benefits of audio-therapies Using audio-therapies for addiction recovery and mind/body/spirit wellness Using audio-therapies for a trauma/hypervigilance CNS or an SPS/HSP and/or Empath Trait, for Post-Acute Withdrawal Syndrome, Relapse Prevention, Mental Optimizing, Physical Optimizing, Emotional Optimizing, Spiritual Optimizing Resources for using audio-therapies at home Show Notes Page>> Links to main resources from this episode: SleepTube - Hypnotic Relaxation Mind Amend SpaceWave - Cosmic Relaxation ( LUX ) - Ambient Music Inner Lotus Music State Azure Cozy Nordic Eternal Depth Mei-lan Healing Vibrations Self-Healing Collective Silent Rhythm SleepPhones SomaDerm NeuraVie

OFAR or Optimization-Focused Addiction Recovery is so strategic and effective that it's a shame more people aren't aware of this optimization-centered approach. In this episode, Matt Finch gives you the foundation and principles of OFAR and several examples so that you too can benefit from this game changer for addiction treatment and recovery. Overview of the main topics in this episode: Introducing OFAR - Optimization-Focused Addiction Recovery How I learned about optimization and why I became obsessed with it Definition of optimization Applying the Principle of Optimization to the macro and micro Optimization of Methods, Habits, Behaviors, Mind Patterns, Addiction Treatment Approaches, and Resources Applying Optimization to the Phases of Addiction Recovery Applying Optimization to the Hierarchy of Addiction Recovery And more... Show Notes Page>> Links to resources from this episode: Total Alcohol Recovery Course Ultimate Opioid Detox Course Recovery Coaching with Matt Finch

This episode begins with a brief and helpful review of the Phases of Addiction Recovery Model, then Matt Finch provides with you very detailed examples of people going through these phases. Each example is unique and in-depth and helps you to gain insights into how this system works and how you can use it for yourself in the most efficacious way possible. Overview of the main topics in this episode: Brief Review of Part 1 Brief Review of the Phases of Addiction Recovery Mike's In-Depth Example of going through the Phases of Addiction Recovery Cora's In-Depth Example of going through the Phases of Addiction Recovery Examples of Phase 1 - Preparation strategies Examples of Phase 2 - Detoxification strategies Examples of Phase 3 - Repair strategies Examples of Phase 4 - Rewire strategies Examples of Phase 5 - RECOVERED! concepts Show Notes Page>> Links to main resources from this episode: Total Alcohol Recovery Course Ultimate Opioid Detox Course Recovery Coaching with Matt Finch

By learning this Phases of Addiction Recovery Model, you'll be much better equipped to go from a state of addiction to a state of recovery. In this episode, Matt Finch provides you with the step-by-step process that empowers you and gives you a competitive advantage at starting and finishing the process of preparing, detoxing, repairing, rewiring, and recovering. Overview of the main topics in this episode: What is addiction? What is addiction recovery? What are the phases of addiction recovery? Phase 1 - Preparation (Learning, Researching, Planning, Preparing) Phase 2 - Detoxification (Substance and General; Taper or Cold-Turkey) Phase 3 - Repair (Rest, Restore, Rebalance, Recharge, Rebuild, Replenish) Phase 4 - Rewire Phase 5 - RECOVER! Show Notes Page>> Main resources mentioned in this episode: Patient Endurance for Addiction Recovery (Ep. 268) Total Alcohol Recovery Course Ultimate Opioid Detox Course Recovery Coaching with Matt Finch

Learn in-depth strategies for purchasing low-budget foods and supplements for detox and recovery during times of inflation and economic recession. Matt Finch provides you with a plethora of valuable info on macro-nutrients, micro-nutrients, addiction recovery and relapse prevention diets, and relevant resources that you'll absolutely love. Overview of the main topics in this episode: What are Addiction Recovery Nutrients? Macro-nutrients (carbs, fat, protein, fiber, water) Micro-nutrients (vitamins, minerals, amino acids, omega-3's, antioxidants, etc.) Nutrient-Rich Diet/Program Pro-Recovery Diet generalizations to customize for yourself Brain Type/Health Assessment Dr. Daniel Amen of Amen Clinics Nutrition Resources (books, podcasts, etc.) Revisiting Inflation and Economic Recession, Food Shortages, etc. Low Budget tips for Macro-nutrients (foods, drinks) Low Budget tips for Micro-nutrients (supplements) Getting the most bang for your buck Avoiding Unnecessary Spending Habits (Starbucks, Grubhub, Uber Eats, Pizza Delivery, etc.) Official Show Notes Page>> Links to main resources from this episode: Fundamentals of Nutrition with John Finch (Ep. 292) Julia Ross on Pro-Recovery Diet and Amino Acid Therapy (Ep. 188) Dr. Daniel Amen's Free Brain Type/Health Assessment The Mood Cure by Julia Ross The Power to Change by Craig Groeschel Alliance for Addiction Solutions Julia Ross Cures Academy of Addiction and Mental Health Nutrition Nutrition 4 Recovery Nutritional Foundations Course Total Alcohol Recovery Course Ultimate Opioid Detox Course Self Heal School Virtual Classes Self Heal School Herbal Medicine Products Ayurvedic Dosha Quiz Metabolic Type Quiz Recovery Coaching with Matt Finch Recovery Coaching with Tana Peaco Questions? Email matt@fitrecovery.com

Elevation Recovery returns after an extended break. Matt Finch's solo-cast will dive deep into what has been going on, the reason for the break, what is new with the podcast and moving forward, and a few different topics that you won't want to miss.  The main topics you'll learn about are: Geopolitics and Society Breakdown (Prophecy, Conspiracy, Political Landscapes) Personal and Collective Decompensation Antiodate for Personal Decompensation (Morning or Evening Routine Development) Sneak-Peak at NEW, Exciting Topics to Come Next Week and Beyond (Including EPIC New Supplement Products) And more! Show Notes Page Resources mentioned in the episode: Total Alcohol Recovery 2.0 Ultimate Opioid Detox 5.0 BioRebalance Restore Fit Recovery Blog Fit Recovery Coaching SomaDerm Gel Neura-Vie CBDPure SleepPhones The Miracle Morning by Hal Elrod Dopamine Nation by Dr. Anna Lembke

Chris Scott and Matt Finch discuss the quote by the Greek philosopher, Pythagoras, and the implications of drunkenness leading to madness. The madness can come in the form of mistakes, inebriation, disconnect, lack of problem-solving and cognitive abilities, and so on. Chris and Matt talk about their personal experiences, how to recover from the feeling of madness, and how to move on from drunkenness.

In this minisode, Matt Finch discusses binaural beats therapy, what it is, and how it can help with addiction, insomnia, mental health and anxiety, and more. He reads from an article discussing the topic, talks about his own experience using binaural beats as a form of therapy, and offers some of his favorite binaural beats music and therapy.

Chris Scott interviews Rachael Shephard, the founder and director of Sober Mama, a UK-based recovery coaching program. They talk about Rachael's story of addiction, heavy drinking, British culture, and motherhood. They also discuss her recovery journey, how she designed The Freedom Programme, and how she became the SoberMama. About Rachael Shephard: Rachael began her journey to sobriety in 2021 after many years of problem drinking, an impending divorce, and managing life as a newly single mother of two young boys. Instead of just figuring out why alcohol is bad, she wanted to know how to change her life for the better. Thus, SoberMama was born, and she designed her very own Freedom Programme. Her passion in life is now to help other mothers give up alcohol. She says, "my life has transformed for the better and if I can do it, anyone can."