Recovery Rising

Hey everyone! Launching this episode in preparation to go visit my awesome Cafe RE friends. I am heading to Colorado and will be visiting with Rob (this episode), Taylor (episode 22), Carrie (ep 19) and may even get to meet Paul Churchill, the creator and former host of Recovery Elevator podcast ep 8). I am going to keep this short, but you all have fun and wish my legs luck as they will surely get a workout on the slopes of Winter Park Enjoy! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode I speak with Noah Bergland, found on Instagram @resilience2reform Noah was released from federal prison in May of 2020 after serving nearly 8 years for federal drug charges. His actions and behavior were a direct result of his addictions. But, he has emerged as a reformed man. It was a plesure speaking with Noah about his experience in addiction, prison and his new life back in society. Please check out his social media: Youtube: resilience2reform - YouTube Instagram: @resilience2reform As always, with comments, questions or if you want to be a guest on the show and share your story email me here: recoveryrisingpodcast@gmail.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Please reach out to me if you would like to be on the podcast or with questions/suggestions at recoveryrisingpodcast@gmail.com To read more about Jason White, EdD, please visit: University of Southern Maine Prep Group, LLC Maine Behavioral Health Organization Book: Journal of a 2nd Lieutenant in Iraq Book: Leader Behavior Theory Resources: Video discussion by Bessel van der Kolk, MD, where he discusses his book, The Body Keeps the Score, very briefly, from beginning to end: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=53RX2ESIqsM TED talk by Amy Cuddy, PhD, where she discusses the science behind positive psychology, which led up to her writing her book, Presence, which is a life changing book on the power of small changes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ks-_Mh1QhMc Lastly, written by a grateful dad, John Trayser, is a book on ACEs for parents, titled, The ACEs Revolution, on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/ACEs-Revolution-Adverse-Childhood-Experiences-ebook/dp/B01C32F6WY/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=The+ACEs+Revolution&qid=1595857369&sr=8-1 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode I discuss my one year of sobriety and also speak with my friend Taylor who has just over 15 months of recovery. I also want to announce a new sponsor: One of the critical aspects of my recovery has been to rebuild a relationship with my higher power, or God. And I am proud to announce that I have a new sponsor for Recovery Rising. Recovering Your Spirit offers spiritual direction on your path of recovery. You will have 1 on 1 private sessions that are individually structured to guide you on your journey of healing that helps you return home to your true self. You set time and pace for this work while you and your spiritual director shape a program that works for you and your pathway of recovery. Go to: www.recoveringyourspirit.com and schedule a free 30 minute private session and discover of this is right for you. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

On this episode, Paul from Brooklyn NY joins me to discuss his road to and in recovery. Paul is a personal trainer in NY who uses fitness as a vehicle to recovery from Substance Use Disorder. You can visit his website (https://www.pugilismbypaul.com) or his Instagram page @pugilismbypaul For podcast contact: recoveryrisingpodcast@gmail.com Website: https://www.recoveryrising.net Namaste --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

I am incredibly excited for you to listen to this episode. I was fortunate enough to be able to meet and speak with Dr. Robb Kelley, Founder and CEO of the Robb Kelly Recovery Group based in San Antonio Texas. He also has offices in Dallas, Zurich Switzerland and London in the UK. He has appeared on countless television and radio interviews, including an episode of daytime series, The Doctors on CBS (https://www.thedoctorstv.com/videos/supervised-heroin-facility). Dr. Kelly's story of addiction is one of homelessness, loss of family and six suicide attempts. In a moment of his life, that he will describe later in the episode, Dr. Kelly had what I believe is a concrete interaction with God. This interaction and the promise he received from a mysterious gentleman named John has manifested into Dr. Kelly's continued success in the recovery world. He has a 97% success rate helping alcoholics and addicts recover from their suffering and he even provides a money back guarantee, something you don't see at all in the world of recovery. Dr. Kelly's Website and Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robbkellyrecovery/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/robbkellygroup Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/robbkellyrecoverygroup/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdUtraCU9VfMY7_MZLFhiAA/videos Website: https://www.robbkelly.com/ As always, please feel free to contact me at recoveryrisingpodcast@gmail.com and see more at my website https://www.recoveryrising.net Namaste --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In episode 19 I sit down and speak with my friend from Cafe RE, Carrie who lives in Denver Colorado. After Carrie's divorce several years ago, she found herself leaning more and more on alcohol to cope with the feelings associated with the end of her marriage and the new life she had as a result of that. Now sober since January 20, 2020, she is thriving and enjoying her new life Alcohol Free (AF)! If you would like to contact me please email me at recoveryrisingpodcast@gmail.com and thank you to Jon and Grace for reaching out to me! And if you feel so inclined, please give me a good rating and leave a positive review on Apple to help move this podcast to the top of the list! Thanks so much! Namaste! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In episode 18, I sit down with a musician friend of mine, Joel, to discuss his 6 years of sobriety. He shares that, even with plenty of time under his belt, he had a relapse moment. But the important point is he said, "If I still feel this way tomorrow, I will drink". Spoiler: He didn't drink. We rarely, if ever, feel the exact same way 'tomorrow' that we did today. If we keep pushing our relapse to 'tomorrow' then we will never drink. Tomorrow never comes, each moment you live in is TODAY. Enjoy this episode and if you would like to check out Joel's band, Remedy 58, follow this link to their site (https://www.remedy58.com/) Namaste --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

My first international guest, Chad from Canada, talks about his addiction and recovery. He put down the bottle on January 5, 2020. Chad talks about the need for connection, and we find it in the world of recovery. I encourage you to check out the website (https://recoveryrising.net) and also to email me at recoveryrisingpodcast@gmail.com drop me a line or more importantly, ask me a question. Anything you want to know about me? Any questions about the resources I have named or how to get started in sobriety and recovery? Just shoot me an email. I would love to read your comments or questions on the next episode of Recovery Rising. Enjoy the show! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

On episode 16 I talk with Chris, a mid thirties Navy vet who is in early sobriety. Like so many of us, this is not Chris's first attempt at quitting but he expresses a new found commitment to his recovery. I recently launched the website for Recovery Rising (recoveryrising.net) so please check it out. You can reach me for comments, questions suggestions or to be a guest on the podcast at recoveryrisingpodcast@gmail.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

On episode 15 I sit down with Jamie from Long Island NY to talk with her about her journey into and through recovery. She has recently celebrated her first year in recovery, so Congrats Jamie! If you would like to support the podcast you can give it a top notch rating, stars or shamrocks or whatever your platform allows. You can also go to anchor.fm/recoveryrising and sign up to contribute a small nominal amount. I would love to expand this movement of recovery and offer more products or services to help others find the life they deserve. I also want to thank my first contributor, Leesa Langley! You rock! If you would like to reach out to me for questions, make comments or think you want to be on the show email me at recoveryrisingpodcast@gmail.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

My friend and Recovery Coach, Roy, sat down and talked to me about his life, addiction and 19 years of recovery. He has ben a great source of support, guidance and motivation during the last 9 months and I am grateful I have gotten to know him an be coached by him. It is very critical to build a network of people who support nd understand your journey when you embark on the beautiful but tough road of recovery from substance abuse. Included in that network should be sponsors, coaches and mentors who help push you along the way. Please like, follow and provide a great rating if you are so inclined. And if you ever have any question, comments, suggestions or need some help, please email me at recoveryrisingpodcast@gmail.com Enjoy! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

I speak with Chris, a chef from outside NYC, about his addiction and recovery. I also start the episode disclosing that I am in a "blah" mood. Which is completely ok. Moods come and go. Recognize them and move on. Impermanence is the only thing permanent. Oh and I am launching this episode on my 9 month anniversary from my last drink of alcohol. What a ride baby! Giddy up! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Kirby form Charleston is my next guest. After an injury forced her to reexamine her drinking, an her friendships, she entered recovery in April of 2018. We talk about her embrace of podcasts and quit lit to build her recovery as well as the communities she has flourished in since putting down the booze. Please feel free to contact me for questions, comments or if you would like to be a guest on the show (recoveryrisingpodcast@gmail.com) --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

On this episode I sit down once again with Marcia Maclean, founder of the Center for Spiritual Living here in Greenville. Ever curious about different spiritual paths and religions, I wanted to learn more about Marcia's church and faith. I hope you enjoy. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this week's episode I interview a member and administrator of the Recovery Elevator podcast and the Cafe RE communities, Kerrie Mac. She is a fixture on our Zoom webinars and inspires many of us during our recovery journey. She tells us that unlike myself, and some others I interviewed, her drinking was not social at all...in fact, quite anti-social. But in recovery she has blossomed into an outgoing and beautiful person in the communities I belong. I enjoyed this chat and I know you will also. If you would like to contact me with questions, comments, suggestions or even to be a guest on the show email me at recoveryrisingpodcast@gmail.com Enjoy the show! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

I sit down with a friend of mine (Alan) from the closed FB group Cafe RE and discuss his new journey in sobriety and recovery. He and I discuss the importance of connection and the difference between sobriety and recovery. I encourage you to "like", "follow" and provide good rating for this podcast. I hope you are well and you can reach me at recoveryrisingpodcast@gmail.com Enjoy! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

I was glad to have Paul Churchill, host of Recovery Elevator Podcast on with me. Along with his Recovery Elevator podcast, he is also an author of a book titled "Alcohol is Shit", runs Cafe RE a closed Facebook community, was the speaker at two Ted Talks (links below) and hosts multiple sober travel trips throughout the year. Paul talks about his journey from one of few non-mormon kids in Utah, to his ownership of a bar in Grenada Spain and ultimately to his recovery from alcohol addiction. Paul has utilized common recovery methods, such as support communities as well as uncommon methods, such as plant medicine from shaman's in Costa Rica. His story is sure to entertain and teach. Please enjoy and like, follow and even comment on my podcast for support. Links to Paul's info below" Bozeman Ted Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xiK7ONxHErY Vail Ted Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RMPtJS0cGiY Recovery Elevator website: https://www.recoveryelevator.com/ To connect with me send me a note to recoveryrisingpodcast@gmail.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

On April 28, 2011, my Aunt, Karen Beckham (Nannie) passed away from a 3 year battle with ovarian cancer. To commemorate the 9th anniversary of her passing, I have a discussion with my sister, Jennifer, who is a highly credentialed trauma counselor. Jennifer has her own psychotherapy practice in Leonardtown Maryland. We all have to deal with grief throughout our life, and grief isn't always associated with the loss of someone. It could be something, whether a relationship, a job or even an addictive behavior. Often times we want to suppress those feelings, thinking we should be stoic in the face of that loss. But crucial to our healing and emotional progression is our ability to "feel the feels", process them and heal. My sister has a unique perspective, being a professional who normally sits in the counselor chir, but you will hear that she also had to process that grief. This is the story of her dealing with that loss. If you would like to contact me with questions, comments or show topic suggestions please email me at recoveryrisingpodcast@gmail.com Thanks and enjoy the show! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

I sit down with Victoria to discuss her recovery from a love affair with Mr. Smirnoff. A bit longer than the normal episodes, but she is quite the character and to edit it down would do a disservice to her and you! Enjoy! If you or someone you know are struggling with addiction, please know that you can have and you deserve a life from free from addiction. I encourage you to reach out to your local resources for help. If you hve any questions, comments or suggestions, please email me at recoveryrisingpodcast@gmail.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, I sit down and talk with Dan. He is an entrepreneur, philosopher and a friend who has a dual diagnosis with bipolar disorder and substance abuse. He is a great guy and I have known him for just over a year, from my first attendance at FAVOR Greenville. One thing from this episode I hope you absorb is the degree to which substance abuse and mental health disorders go hand in hand. Perhaps, this podcast has and will continue to educate you, the listener, on the complicated nature of substance abuse. It is far from a personal failing or lack of will power. More often than not, the individual is seeking to suppress pain, trauma or insecurities to live in an increasingly complex world. If you or someone you know is dealing with substance abuse disorder, please know that there are many resources to help you or them overcome these struggles and achieve a fulfilling life. If you need help finding resources please feel free to reach out to me at recoveryrisingpodcast@gmail.com Enjoy the episode with Dan! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Marcia is a minister with the Center for Spiritual Living here in Greenville SC. Additionally, Marcia is in long term recovery for substance abuse. She has been clean and sober for 34 years, having finally asked for help in 1985. This is a two part series with Marcia and in this segment we discuss her early life, her addiction and her recovery. Enjoy! If you have any questions, comments, suggestions or need help finding resources for recovery, please email me at recoveryrisingpodcast@gmail.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

I was able to interview the Pickens county State Representative Mr. Neal Collins. In the first half of the interview Neal gives us an update on where we stand with the Covid-19 virus and how it is impacting Pickens County and South Carolina. The latter half of the interview I ask Neal about his role as a state legislator. For questions, comments or feedback on this or any episode of Recovery Rising please email me at recoveryrisingpodcast@gmail.com. Mr. Collins can be contacted via his SC governmnt official page (https://www.scstatehouse.gov/member.php?code=388636317). --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

For episode 2, I am starting an on-going segment called "Chats with Dr. Bill". He is a friend of mine who is a physicist. Personally, when you have a friend who is a physicist, you ask them questions and ask for explanations. Think of it as saving tuition, you learn the concepts without having to enroll at MIT. I want to chat with Bill about bring a cross-section of physics and how it may (or may not) impact everyday life and things. In this segment Bill and I discuss how the microwave oven works. We use it all the time, to pop our popcorn, heat up our pizza, boil water and a ton of other things. But what's happening on the inside to make those things heat up? Inquiring minds what to know...or maybe just me... Enjoy this new segment and if you have any suggestions for other topics to discuss with Dr. Bill, please email me at recoveryrisingpodcast@gmail.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

I interview Trish about her recovery from alcoholism. Interview was conducted on Friday April 10th during the Covid-19 pandemic. We conducted the interview via Zoom. Trish came to speak to my Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) when I sought help initially for substance abuse in January of 2019. She was a speaker at that meeting and although he doesn't remember me in this class, she and another speaker were instrumental in helping me find FAVOR of Greenville, an all pathways addiction recovery organization. She is such a wonderful person and I have truly enjoyed becoming friends with Trish. We both were on the FAVOR bowling league this past fall and it is the friendships and activities in recovery that so many of us use to rise out of the ashes of addiction. If you or someone you know suffers addiction, please know that THERE IS A WAY OUT! You deserve to rise from that despair and build a life that you are proud of. I encourage you to seek out recovery avenues in your area. You can find those resources such as AA, NA, Al-Anon and others via the internet. If you need help I am available to assist you or your loved ones. Please reach out to me at recoveryrisingpodcast@gmail.com and I will get you some contacts. If you have any questions, comments, suggestions or want to be a guest on the show, please contact me at recoveryrisingpodcast@gmail.com. Enjoy the discussion with Trish! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

I am embarking on a new adventure bringing you content about rising from adversity, conscious capitalism and community service. Why? Well we all have our stories of triumph and I want to interview those people who are doing things, great and small, that benefit our society. We are all in this together, and there is plenty of negative news and content out there, why not include some inspiration in your day? If you have questions, comments or suggested topics or guests, please contact me at recoveryrisingpodcast@gmail.com Thank you so much for including me in your time and I sincerely hope that you enjoy my podcast! Namaste --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app