Relationship Recovery

Of course no one in recovery plans to or wants to think about relapse. But over and over again we hear that relapse is part of recovery. So, what can you do if you suspect it? A very important topic on this episode and Jason and Leslie take it on!

Being in a relationship that is in recovery, it is easy and natural for your thoughts to turn to worry, fear, anger, etc… The thing is, that then becomes your reality and who wants to live in those emotions?! Leslie and Jason use their backgrounds to share some tips for how to become aware of these thoughts and what to do when you have them!

Wow! Jason has a year sober and what a difference a year can make in a life. Leslie & Jason discuss what recovery looks like now compared to a year ago.

You’ve heard of them, but can you name any of them. And did you know they are not just for someone with an addiction? Listen and find out more!

Sometimes it stings. Sometimes it hurts. Sometimes it is brutal. But when done right, it sets you free! In this episode, find out how to be honest the right way.

How to rebuild trust in recovery. Both Jason and Leslie discuss how they have worked to build and feel trust in recovery.

Jason has been through treatment before. Why is this time different? 

Taking a break from the heavy for some soul fun! It’s all about our favorite music this week. Although light-hearted, Leslie didn’t find this episode easy to plan for AT ALL.

Myths about forgiveness, holding a heavy chair and your superpower! 

HAPPY BIRTHDAY to Jason! How does a person in recovery celebrate when in the past it always involved drugs or alcohol?

There was a very important issue regarding laws for drug possession on the ballot in Ohio. Jason explains what it was and what it was not.  Get the facts and be informed for future elections! AND REMEMBER TO VOTE!  

Jason and Leslie share their top tips for making their long-distance relationship thrive. (We just can’t believe it has been 5 episodes already, so forgive us for saying in the beginning that this was number 4)

What does a sore neck and A1 sauce have to do with GRATITUDE? Listen and find out!

Leslie recalls the phone call she’d been dreading. How this night started recovery for both of them.

Listen to hear how Jason defines addiction and what it is not. Leslie explains how she practices non-judgement.

Meet Jason and Leslie! Jason is in recovery from opioid addiction and Leslie is his girlfriend who has stuck by him through addiction, relapse and recovery. Listen to hear their story of recovering their relationship.