Podcasts about national recovery month

National Recovery Month came to an end but now is when the real work starts. We talked about MAT, mental health, sober living and a lost dog.

Tune into today's NKY Spotlight Podcast! We're joined by Transitions  Drug Rehabilitation & Immediate Care,  Residential Treatment CEO Jim Beiting and Laurence Jones, President and Co-Founder of RiskVersity  The NKY Spotlight Podcast is presented by Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport and sponsored by CKREU Consulting and Schneller Knochelmann Plumbing, Heating & Air.

To help celebrate and recognize National Recovery Month, we have brought you another limited-edition month-long podcast series with our Strategic Alliance Partner, UPMC Health Plan. In this final episode, we speak with Lyndra Bills, MD, senior medical director, and Shari Hutchison, MS, director of program evaluation and outcomes, both with Community Care Behavioral Health Organization.

September is /has been National Recovery Month. In celebration/honor of that, Seth talks about what recovery (f/ addiction and mental health issues) is all about. He also shares a little bit on how addiction has touched his life……w/ a message for addicts/alcoholics still out there at the end of the ep.

In recognition of National Recovery Month, Charles Kelley - co-founding member of legendary country trio, Lady A, and his wife, Cassie Kelley joined host, Patrick Custer for a special episode of the Rooted Recovery Stories podcast in front of a live audience at SoHo House theatre in Nashville, TN. Charles discusses his battle with alcoholism, the lowest moments of his life and how he has able to rise above it. Cassie discusses the less talked about topic regarding the families, friends and spouses of those in addiction and paints their real-life picture of how it is not just the alcoholic, but a family disease. We are so grateful for the opportunity to have conducted this interview with these two inspiring people and with great respect that we offer this vulnerable and intimate look inside their story of trials and hope for you now! About Charles Kelley & Cassie Kelley: Charles, one third of the award-winning group Lady A, recently marked two years of sobriety. He first opened up about his decision to focus on his health in August 2022, when Lady A postponed a tour to support his “journey to sobriety,” they shared at the time. Charles has since spoken publicly about his decision and debuted the song “As Far As You Could,” which he called his “goodbye letter to alcohol.” Cassie has also shared her perspective in interviews and discusses why they've opted to publicly share their story. She talks about the impact of alcoholism on the family. She's honest and vulnerable and hopes her journey helps others in navigating this difficult road. Watch/Listen/Subscribe: ⁠⁠@rootedrecoverystories Insta: ⁠@rootedrecoverystories Tiktok: @patrickcusterproject Facebook: https://www.promises.com/rooted-recov... URL: ⁠https://www.rootedrecoverystories.com⁠ __________________ Resources: Insta: ⁠@mentalhealthamerica URL: https://⁠www.mhanational.org⁠ Promises Behavioral Health – Treatment for addiction, mental health/trauma: Insta: ⁠@promises_bh URL: ⁠https://www.promisesbehavioralhealth.com⁠ Follow Patrick Custer! Insta: @patrick_custer Tiktok: @patrickcusterproject Follow Charles Kelley! Insta: https://www.instagram.com/charleskelley/ X: https://www.x.com/charleskelleyla Follow Cassie Kelley! Insta: https://www.instagram.com/cassiemkelley/ Produced and Edited by "The Cast Collective" in Nashville, TN! Visit us today at https://www.thecastcollective.com Email: info@thecastcollective.com Follow The Cast Collective on Instagram & Twitter! Instagram: @TheCastCollective Twitter: @TheCastCollective Keywords: trauma, recovery, podcast, mental health, rooted recovery stories, mental health podcast, trauma podcast, anxiety podcast, recovery podcast, coping mechanisms, nashville, domestic violence, trauma, podcast, interview, country music, music, musician, lady a, lady antebellum, charles kelly, charles kelley, cassie kelly, cassie kelley

Hello Divine Human Beings. In honor of national recovery month and suicide prevention awareness. I am sharing a Poem from my Book: Trauma Thriver.Poem: Who Am I To Stand in The way of God. Tap in and share.Send any comments or if you need help. DM me on social media.https://linktr.ee/blunyleYou Are Not Alone!!!You are Infinite light, love and life. Sometimes we just need help fanning our flame and turning our light on!

September is marked National Recovery Month. Kristin Primus is the Deputy Secretary of the Pennsylvania Department of Drug and Alcohol programs. Primus says this month is special to her, because she is also a woman in long term recovery.  I've been in recovery since September 2nd, 2005. And, you know, when I first started hearing about National Recovery Month, I used to work for, an RCO, which is a recovery community organization. And, you know, I always thought it was very fitting that it was like, the same month as my, recovery date, but, you know, it's just a month that me and all the individuals that I'm in recovery with get to celebrate the fact that, you know, we've accomplished, being in recovery, how far we've gone, "said Primus. Kristin Varner is the Administrator of the Dauphin County Drug and Alcohol Services. Varner says the months observance acknowledges the individuals in recovery and celebrates how far they've come in the recovery process.  "When we think about recovery, especially every from addiction, whether it's substance use or problem gambling or any of the other types of addiction, but mostly substance use disorders, we were talking about, it's recovery is a different process for everyone. It's individualized, and it's a way that individuals kind of decide, make a conscious decision to improve their health and wellness, live a self-directed life, and strive to reach their full potential. And that's the definition that the federal Substance Abuse Mental Health Services Administration uses and, and that we use here at the state, "said Varner. Substance misuse is an issue in Pennsylvania. "It doesn't discriminate, by race, by socioeconomic, by gender, by age. We see people throughout the life span in every corner with addiction issues. We see mostly that when we look at the numbers and the data that the the largest number of people that we see are treated for alcohol use disorders. However, we hear a lot, at least right now, about opioid use disorders. It's it's, a crisis in, in this state as well. And, and so and then there's everything in between. So it's, it's definitely something that impacts young people, through adults, through even older people. We've seen, through the Department of Health and some of their data, the overdoses, opioid overdoses, we've seen a rise. And then the percentage of people 65 and older with an overdose. And so we also see throughout the lifespan and trying to look at going upstream and prevention activities to, help identify risk factors as well as things that will help youth, to prosper and, and be able to avoid substance use disorder, "said Primus. This month is also an opportunity to break stigmas associated with substance misuse while educating people about the subject. "We have found that personal stories and stirring storytelling is really a good way to sort of normalize the conversation. So when you can relate to another person, regardless of their illness or where they've been, it's just an easier way to understand. We see that all the time. And so what we're going to what we've done with life unites us is we focused on different stories, and this is basically on social media and online, and then they record different people's stories. We've focused on family members. We focused on people in recovery. We focused on emergency service workers and, and trying to get different people's perspectives on substance use disorders, kind of do some of that myth busting for people. And, and we want to be able to show that, you know, there are people behind the numbers that we see, and and they're your neighbors. It's not of the others. It's it's people in your neighborhood. It could be people in your family, friends of your children. As I said, it's it's an equal opportunity illness. And almost everybody probably knows somebody with some addiction issues. So. So we need to stop. We need to bring it out of the darkness into the light and discuss it like we would at any other illness. And life unites us is just one way that we are working and working towards that to show that these these people, these people with addiction, these people in recovery are just very similar from to the rest of us. They just have something going on at that that they're going to work on for the rest of their life, but they can work on it and they can come out on the other side. And that's really important. The message of hope as well, "said Primus.    Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Every athlete dreams of being sponsored by a powerhouse brand like Gatorade, and today's guest, Brandon Novak, achieved this dream by the age of 14. Discovered by the legendary Tony Hawk, Brandon quickly found himself in the pro-skateboarding world, joining the renowned Powell Peralta team and skating along stars like Bucky Lasek and Bam Margera. His career and future seemed…promising.He would have no idea that that bright future and nearly 20 years of his life would be lost to the disease of addiction. In honor of National Recovery Month, Brandon shares the cycles of his journey—from stardom on MTV's ‘Viva la Bam' and ‘Jackass' to fighting for his life while on life support.Tune in to hear how Brandon turned his struggle with addiction into a driving purpose, and get his take on how mental resilience and accountability are key to moving beyond your past.************Make sure to follow Jamie @jamiehess on Instagram for news & updates, and visit our companion Instagram account @gratitudeology for a sneak peek into the personal moments discussed on the show.************Thank you to Brandon Novak for sharing your truth with us today. Follow Brandon on Instagram @brandon_novak.Check out more about Brandon: https://brandonnovak.com/************The Gratitudeology Podcast theme music is by HYLLS, performed by Nadia Ali @nadiaali ************Brandon's Bio: From Baltimore, Maryland, Brandon was a professional skateboarder discovered by Tony Hawk and rose to fame on the hit MTV show Viva la Bam, and the movies Jackass. As a teen, he became addicted to heroin which lasted for 20 years. He wrote the addiction memoir, Dreamseller, and it became a best seller on Amazon. He also penned The Brandon Novak Chronicles and recently, The Streets of Baltimore. Brandon gives back by helping people into treatment celebrating 8 years clean in May 2023 and nearly 5 years tobacco free.He relates to millions of people across the country; 1 in 4 to be exact who are directly affected by addiction in their family. He travels the country as one of the most in-demand addiction keynote speakers, bringing awareness and education to high schools across the nation. Brandon truly embodies someone who can turn their life around. Brandon has impacted hundreds of thousands of lives through his story of sobriety. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

September marks National Recovery Month, and this episode of Healthy AF is dedicated to anyone questioning their relationship with alcohol or witnessing loved ones struggle with addiction. Join Amy as she delves into her personal journey with 12-step programs, sheds light on the nature of alcoholism, and discusses the universal patterns of addiction that touch many lives. With a compassionate approach, this episode offers assessment tools to help you or someone you care about evaluate the need for help. Discover the uplifting message that recovery is possible, you are cherished, and there is a profound joy in the journey to healing.AA Self AssessmentWhat is the CAGE Assessment?National Recovery MonthSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

To recognize National Recovery Month, we are bringing you another limited-edition month-long podcast series with our Strategic Alliance Partner, UPMC Health Plan. In episode 4, Amy Herschell, PhD, associate vice president, Program Implementation and Evaluation, Community Care Behavioral Health Organization, and Jessica Meyers, MSEd, senior advisor for implementation, UPMC Center for High-Value Health Care.

September is Suicide Prevention Month and also National Recovery Month. In this episode, host Jordan Rich talks with Amanda Rowan, chair of the MBA's Lawyer Well-Being Committee and an assistant clerk magistrate in Middlesex Superior Court; Dr. Shawn Healy, PhD., director of administrative operations and a clinical psychologist at Lawyers Concerned for Lawyers in Massachusetts (LCL); and Massachusetts Bar Association President Victoria M. Santoro about the importance of de-stigmatizing conversations about suicide and recovery -- and how community support is critical for both of these well-being issues.

Every September we recognize “National Recovery Month” and that means recognizing in all its possible forms.  We have heard more people talk about “many paths”, “several ways”, and recognizing how people celebrate their own recovery.  While this progress represents any … Episode 117: Discovering Millions of Paths (Recovery Month Episode) Read More »

To recognize National Recovery Month, we are bringing you another limited-edition month-long podcast series with our Strategic Alliance Partner, UPMC Health Plan. In episode 3, we speak with Kim MacDonald-Wilson, ScD, CPRP, senior director, Recovery and Wellness Transformation, and Tracy Carney, CPS, CPRP, senior recovery specialist, both at Community Care Behavioral Health Organization, part of the UPMC Insurance Services Division.

National Recovery Month with Kelli Melissa Reinhardt On this episode of Make Mental Health Matter, September is National Recovery Month. Kelli Melissa Reinhardt will share information related to this month and why it is important to know how to help someone that might be experiencing substance abuse. Kelli will share a little bit about her history as related.  Kelli Melissa Reinhardt, Founder of Make Mental Health Matter is a Warrior for Mental Health and has dedicated her life to save as many lives as possible by normalizing the conversation around mental health and suicide. After losing her middle sister to a completed suicide in 2017, she founded Make Mental Health Matter, a mental health and suicide awareness nonprofit which is on a mission to ACE; increase Awareness, cultivate Conversation, and provide Education. Kelli is a TEDx Speaker, Keynote Speaker, Mental Health Educator, Author and ICF Certified Mental Wellness Coach. She has a B.A. in Communication, minor in Psychology, NLP Master Practitioner, Trainer and Consultant certifications from Worldwide Institutes of Neuro Linguistic Programming, certified as an Adult, Youth and Teen instructor for Mental Health First Aid.  She is the host of Make Mental Health Matter TV Show and has been featured in Authority Magazine, Brainz 500 Global and many more which can be found on her media page atmakementalhealthmatter.org.    Want to find out when the next incredible episode of Make Mental Health Matter show is dropping? Sign up for the Make Mental Health Matter newsletter for special tips, and insider only offers. Click HERE to sign up today! Need more resources? https://www.bccevolution.org/trusted-resource-hub www.makementalhealthmatter.org https://www.facebook.com/makementalhealthmattershow https://www.instagram.com/makementalhealthmattershow/ https://www.youtube.com/@MakeMentalHealthMatter/videos TikTok: @bccevolution

Keegan Wicks brings both lived experience and professional expertise to his role as National Advocacy and Outreach Manager for Faces & Voices of Recovery (FAVOR) In his annual September visit to the podcast, Keegan talks about what is happening on a federal level in the area of recovery, opportunities to get invoved in the upcoming International Recovery Day, and why highlighting successful long-term recovery is important.   

In recognition of National Recovery Month, we're talking about how to get on the other side of substance use disorders or addiction with detox and rehabilitation - even with no insurance or money. You can do this! And you're NOT alone. Plus, we're talking about this month's Medical Bills Uncovered cases of medical ID theft and fraud - and how to make sure it doesn't happen to you. If you or someone you know is in crisis, please call 988. If you're not ready or able to speak, please text HOME to 741741.

In this powerful episode Will speaks with JD and his mother, Amber, as they recount their powerful journey through wilderness therapy. JD opens up about the struggles that led him down a dangerous path of substance abuse, starting as a teen during the COVID-19 pandemic. Amber shares the difficult decision to send JD to a wilderness therapy program in Utah, and how the experience not only saved his life but transformed their family. Together, they discuss the challenging process of recovery, manipulation, and ultimately the breakthrough that wilderness therapy provided. As September is National Recovery Month, this episode highlights the healing potential of wilderness therapy for addiction and mental health recovery. JD and Amber's story is a testament to the life-changing impact of being in nature, far from the destructive influences of modern life. Their conversation touches on the urgent need for support, as many wilderness therapy programs are closing despite their success in helping young people recover from addiction.  

It's National Recovery month, and in this week's episode, we're talking with Mandy McCarthy about the role that vulnerability plays in healing, the world's need for storytelling, and moving upstream in prevention and wellness work.   Mandy McCarthy is a Prevention and Wellness Specialist with Northwestern Community Services Board, who uses her story to help bring awareness to mental health challenges and substance use. She is the mother of an amazing 12-year-old boy, an active member of her community, and feels enthusiastic about being the change she wants to see in the world.    Triumph Over Trauma: Northern Shenandoah Valley Resiliency Initiative: https://www.triumphovertraumansv.com/ Kevin Hines: https://kevinhinesstory.com/   Topics discussed in this episode include suicide, substance use, domestic violence, and sexual assault. It may be difficult for some listeners. Help is always available- The suicide and crisis lifeline can be reached by texting or calling 988.   The views and opinions expressed on Awareness 2 Action are those of the guests and host and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the Prevention Department or Northwestern Community Services.

It's National Recovery Month and we're doing our part to spread the awareness that recovery is possible; however, it's an on-going process to keep us addicts on track. We can't ever let our guard down or trade one addiction for another. It's suicide awareness week and we addressed the severity of how suicide and addiction can go hand in hand. #NationalRecoveryMonth

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To recognize National Recovery Month, we are bringing you another limited-edition month-long podcast series with our Strategic Alliance Partner, UPMC Health Plan. In episode 2, Rebekah Sedlock, DSW, LCSW, Community Care Behavioral Health, part of the UPMC Insurance Services Division, and Mandy Fauble, PhD, LCSW, UPMC Western Behavioral Health at Safe Harbor.

September is National Recovery Month, and Recovery Anne Arundel is all-in. Today, we speak with Angel Traynor, perhaps the most avid recovery champion in the State, and for good reason. She walked the walk, and now she talks the talk, building the village that it takes to tackle drug addiction. Recovery Anne Arundel has a month of events for those in recovery and their friends and family to offer support. From the 12th Annual Recovery Walk on September 15th to a fabulous golf outing on September 19th and a meet-up with the bus making a nationwide tour on October 10th. Have a listen and then help! LINKS: Recovery Anne Arundel (Website) Recovery Anne Arundel (Facebook) Recovery Anne Arundel (Recovery Walk) Recovery Anne Arundel (Golf Tournament) National Recovery Month (Website)

Welcome to our new #FBF series. Every Friday we re-release an episode from the archives… whether you missed it the first time around or just feel like revisiting this twisty, intriguing story… now's your chance.Today, we re-release Justin Wren (aka @thebigpygmy) in solidarity with National Suicide Prevention Month as well as National Recovery Month.Justin Wren was an up-and-coming MMA fighter, competing for the UFC and even appearing as a cast member of SpikeTV's The Ultimate Fighter. But it was a fluke series of twists and turns, paired with a mystical vision, that sent him in an entirely new direction… living in a hut in the Congo with the Pygmy peoples in Africa. Justin likes to say, "when I stopped fighting people and started fighting FOR people, everything changed” … little did he know he'd still have the biggest battle to fight ahead… and it would be one he'd almost lose.************Make sure to follow Jamie @jamiehess on Instagram for news & updates, and visit our companion Instagram account @gratitudeology for a sneak peek into the personal moments discussed on the show.************Thank you to Justin Wren for sharing your truth with us today. Follow Justin on Instagram @thebigpygmy and check out FightForTheForgotten.com.************The Gratitudeology Podcast theme music is by HYLLS, performed by Nadia Ali.************Suicide Prevention Resources: Dial: 988 - Suicide and Crisis Lifeline (USA Only)https://988lifeline.org/help-someone-else/safety-and-support-on-social-media/Text: HELP to 741 741 - Crisis Text Line (USA Only)Visit: www.suicide.org (International Phone Numbers)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Have an episode suggestion? Text us!This episode highlights National Recovery Month, with Paige focusing on the recovery journey not only for addicts but also for their spouses and partners. She discusses the often-overlooked struggles of spouses, who experience emotional abuse, loss of their sense of self, and the need to rebuild their identity. She shares a letter from a spouse of an alcoholic, illustrating the emotional toll they endure. Paige also discusses the Independently Strong program, which guides spouses through their own recovery using the VEER method (Validate, Educate, Empower, Recover), offering an alternative to traditional programs like Al-Anon.Find video clips and full length video from this episode on YouTube and our other social media pages!On the web:www.twfo.comOnline Course: www.independentlystrong.comUse code WHEELIES75 for 75% off the entire course!Follow us on TikTok:https://tiktok.com/@twfo_coupleFollow us on Instagram:https://instagram.com/twfo_couple/Follow us on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/TWFOCoupleFollow us on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@twfo_coupleFind Taylor Counseling Group:https://taylorcounselinggroup.com/Donate to Counseling for the Future Foundation:Donate Here

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Rachel Jervis, Foodborne, Enteric, Waterborne, and Wastewater Diseases Program Manager with the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, discusses a recent CDC report on foodborne illnesses; Paolo Del Vecchio, Director of SAMHSA's Office of Recovery, outlines the upcoming observances of National Recovery Month; ASTHO welcomes new member Naomi Adeline-Biggs, who was recently appointed as the new Public Health Director for the Oregon Health Authority; and several ASTHO members were quoted in a recent Route Fifty article focused on ASTHO's recent respiratory virus season deskside briefing. CDC Report: Reported Incidence of Infections Caused by Pathogens Transmitted Commonly Through Food SAMHSA Web Page: National Recovery Month 2024 ASTHO Web Page: Naomi Adeline-Biggs Route Fifty News Article: How states can tackle vaccine hesitancy with data  

September is National Recovery Month. LifeStance therapist J. “Andrew” Dewey, joins us and courageously shares his personal story of addiction and recovery. He discusses his journey through detox, homelessness, and his transformative experience with therapy and Smart Recovery. Andrew also emphasizes the importance of self-worth, the impact of supportive individuals, and the need for comprehensive addiction programs. His story highlights the stigmas associated with addiction and homelessness and advocates for treating people with dignity and support. Through his own experiences, Andrew now helps others in their recovery journey as a licensed professional counselor. Learn more about Addiction Treatments and Services Learn more about LifeStance Health: https://lifestance.com Follow LifeStance Health:  Instagram Facebook LinkedIn TikTok

Give us about fifteen minutes daily, and we will give you all the local news, sports, weather, and events you can handle.   SPONSORS: Many thanks to our sponsors… Annapolis Subaru, the SPCA of Anne Arundel County,  Solar Energy Services, and Hospice of the Chesapeake. Today... The PIO for the Annapolis Police Department has been criminally charged with harassment. Four juveniles were arrested for trying to steal a car and were found to have weapons. Annapolis is preparing to test the emergency preparation system later this month. The Scenic Rivers Land Trust has protected another 47 acres up in Pasadena. The Bowie Baysox are wrapping up their final home stand of the season in a big way with lots of fun and giveaways through Sunday. We have info on our Local Business Spotlight this weekend with Where in Annapolis, which will drop on Saturday at noon. Hopefully, there will be a bonus pod today or tomorrow about National Recovery Month! Link to daily news recap newsletter: https://forms.aweber.com/form/87/493412887.htm Back with her weekly Annapolis After Dark is BeeprBuzz. She'll keep you up to speed on all of the fantastic live music we have in the area! And as usual, George from DCMDVA Weather is here with your local weather forecast! Please download their app to keep on top of the local weather scene! DAILY NEWSLETTER LINK: https://forms.aweber.com/form/87/493412887.htm The Eye On Annapolis Daily News Brief is produced every Monday through Friday at 6:00 am and available wherever you get your podcasts and also on our social media platforms--All Annapolis and Eye On Annapolis (FB) and @eyeonannapolis (TW) NOTE: For hearing-impaired subscribers, a full transcript is available on Eye On Annapolis.

This episode is a discussion about the spiritual illness of substance use and alcohol use disorders as we kick off National Recovery Month. Angie wrote and continues to write essays about recovery and addiction and the spiritual illness and dis-ease around addiction. This intended monthly essay will be recovery principles applied to life for all humans, not just those lucky enough to be in recovery. Some references made during this piece: ⁠SAMHSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration) https://www.samhsa.gov/recovery-month Walk for Recovery – September 5, 2024 https://www.samhsa.gov/recovery-month/events#walk-for-recovery President Joe Biden's Proclamation on National Recovery Month 2024 https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2024/08/30/a-proclamation-on-national-recovery-month-2024/ Alcoholics Anonymous https://www.aa.org/ Carl Jung's letter to Bill W., the founder of Alcoholics Anonymous https://wccm.org/outreach-areas/addiction-recovery/carl-jung-letter-to-bill-w/ SMART Recovery https://smartrecovery.org/ Recovery Dharma https://recoverydharma.org/ Refuge Recovery https://www.refugerecovery.org/

9/4/24: DA David Sullivan: drugs, prosecution & National Recovery Month. Bombyx E.D. Cassandra Holden & chef extraordinaire O'Brian Tomalin: O'Brian in YOUR kitchen. Brian Adams, Environ Prof Susan Masino & Climate Action Now's Susan Theberge: our forests, ourselves & the presidential debate. Investigative reporter Dusty Christensen: allegations re new Gfld police chief.

9/4/24: DA David Sullivan: drugs, prosecution & National Recovery Month. Bombyx E.D. Cassandra Holden & chef extraordinaire O'Brian Tomalin: O'Brian in YOUR kitchen. Brian Adams, Environ Prof Susan Masino & Climate Action Now's Susan Theberge: our forests, ourselves & the presidential debate. Investigative reporter Dusty Christensen: allegations re new Gfld police chief.

9/4/24: DA David Sullivan: drugs, prosecution & National Recovery Month. Bombyx E.D. Cassandra Holden & chef extraordinaire O'Brian Tomalin: O'Brian in YOUR kitchen. Brian Adams, Environ Prof Susan Masino & Climate Action Now's Susan Theberge: our forests, ourselves & the presidential debate. Investigative reporter Dusty Christensen: allegations re new Gfld police chief.

9/4/24: DA David Sullivan: drugs, prosecution & National Recovery Month. Bombyx E.D. Cassandra Holden & chef extraordinaire O'Brian Tomalin: O'Brian in YOUR kitchen. Brian Adams, Environ Prof Susan Masino & Climate Action Now's Susan Theberge: our forests, ourselves & the presidential debate. Investigative reporter Dusty Christensen: allegations re new Gfld police chief.

Here's what you can expect in this episode... Mindful Moment + Check-In: In this episode, Recovery Ray guides us through a calming mindful moment featuring a box breathing exercise. This practice includes two rounds of box breathing followed by a brief awareness exercise to help us become fully present. After the mindful moment, Recovery Ray encourages listeners to engage in a self-check-in by asking, "What am I feeling in this moment?" This check-in helps listeners identify their emotions beyond the basic categories of happy, sad, or angry, fostering a deeper emotional literacy and self-awareness. Key resources for expanding emotional intelligence mentioned include: Emotional Agility by Dr. Susan David Mood Meter app Atlas of the Heart by Brené Brown Mindful Reflection: This week's mindful reflection question is: "In what ways do I practice self-compassion and what additional practices could I incorporate to better support my overall well-being?" Recovery Ray shares personal insights on practicing self-compassion through mindfulness and meditation. He also discusses the importance of auditing self-talk to replace negative statements with affirmations that foster self-kindness. This practice helps in creating a more compassionate inner dialogue and enhancing overall emotional well-being. Affirmation: The affirmation for this episode is: "I am worthy of kindness and understanding from both myself and others." Recovery Ray emphasizes the importance of believing in one's worthiness of kindness and understanding, both from oneself and others. This belief can positively influence self-respect and interactions with others, reinforcing personal boundaries and fostering healthier relationships. Featured Article: This episode highlights the article titled "Alcohol and Drug Abuse Among African Americans." Recovery Ray explores the impact of substance abuse in communities of color, particularly in light of National Recovery Month. He identifies three key takeaways: Higher Incarceration Rates: The disproportionate incarceration of individuals with substance abuse issues limits access to effective recovery care. Access to Care: Socioeconomic factors and healthcare biases often restrict access to quality addiction treatment. Community Support: The importance of community organizations like MRCI (Indianapolis) that support recovery efforts and how listeners can contribute through volunteering or donations. To learn more about MRCI and support the work they are doing in the Indianapolis area click the following link: https://www.wearemrci.org/ Questions, comments, or feedback? Send them to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠podcast@balanceperiod.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or drop them in the comments section below

To recognize National Recovery Month, we are bringing you another limited-edition month-long podcast series with our Strategic Alliance Partner, UPMC Health Plan. In episode 1, we speak with Michael Lynch, MD, associate professor of emergency medicine at the University of Pittsburgh and an attending emergency physician and medical toxicologist at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center.

CAN I TAKE YOUR INVENTORY PLEASE? The Monty Man and Roger discuss National Recovery Month and the importance of celebrating recovery. They share personal stories and insights on how to handle situations where others may judge or criticize one's recovery choices. They emphasize the importance of focusing on one's own inventory and working on personal growth before trying to judge or change others. They also discuss the role of observation in recovery and the need to make judgment calls based on principles and values. Closing Song: Learning to Live Again by Conley White. #higherpower #aa #na #alcoholicsanonymous #recovery #recovered #alcoholic #twelvesteps #wedorecover #narcoticsanonymous #addiction #bigbook

It's National Recovery Month! In this episode, Neil and Will sit down with Dr. Daniel Moore and Sarah Laurel, two experts on chronic hepatitis C (HCV) and the link to injection drug use.  While not from the region, they speak specifically about the health effects of this in Appalachia.  Leading into National Recovery Month in September, the numbers of this disease are staggering.  Approximately 2.4 million Americans are living with HCV, with cases more than doubling over the past ten years with the opioid epidemic exacerbating the rise. Today, it is estimated that 50% of people who inject drugs are also living with HCV.  Hear Dr. Moore and Sarah speak on the importance of education and outreach as approximately 40% of people living with it are totally unaware they have it.  Take a listen as they advocate for interventions and the possibility of elimination...does that mean there is a cure?  Listen and find out!  You might even hear Neil's jealousy as it pertains to a another brother duo from the "big city."  Also, don't forget about the #AppBiz(s) of the week: Reintegrate Appalachia; and Dirty Girl Coffee! Savage Sisters Recovery - www.savagesisters.org  App News: The "Scruffy Little City" of Knoxville, TN - www.cnn.com/travel/knoxville-tennessee-best-towns-america/index.html  Hydrogen Hub Opening - www.ideastream.org/environment-energy/2024-08-26/appalachian-hydrogen-hub-opens-some-question-if-it-will-bring-clean-energy  Healing Appalachia - https://healingappalachia.org AppBiz: Reintegrate Appalachia - www.reintegrateappalachia.org Dirty Girl Coffee - www.dirtygirlcoffee.com 

Welcome to RIMScast. Your host is Justin Smulison, Business Content Manager at RIMS, the Risk and Insurance Management Society.   Justin Smulison interviews National Safety Council CEO Lorraine Martin about National Preparedness Month, a new OSHA proposed statement on workplace safety in extreme heat, National Recovery Month, drug overdose deaths at work, and some related topics. Lorraine also invites you to the NSC Safety Congress & Expo from September 13th through the 19th. Listen for information and insight from NSC CEO, Lorraine Martin.   Key Takeaways: [:01] About RIMS. [:14] About this episode. Justin introduces return guest National Safety Council President and CEO Lorraine Martin. She will tell us what's going on with safety and preparedness in the U.S. and the world. [:44] Virtual Workshops! Applying and Integrating ERM is back and it will be hosted by Elise Farnham on September 25th and 26th and also on December 4th and 5th. [:58] On October 9th and 10th, Chris Hansen returns to deliver Fundamentals of Insurance. Other dates for the Fall and the Winter are available on the virtual workshops calendar at RIMS.org/virtualworkshops. [1:16] RIMS-CRMP Prep Courses! On September 10th and 11th, the RIMS-CRMP Exam Prep will be held with NAIT. There is another RIMS-CRMP Exam Prep on September 12th and 13th. [1:31] The next RIMS-CRMP-FED Exam Prep course will be hosted along with George Mason University on December 3rd through 5th, 2024. Links to these courses can be found on the Certification Page of RIMS.org and in this episode's show notes. [1:46] Events! We've got the DFW RIMS 2024 Fall Conference and Spa Event happening on September 19th in Irving, Texas. Learn more about that event in Episode 299, which features an interview with the Texas State Office of Risk Management. [2:04] Also on September 19th is the RIMS Chicago Chapter's Chicagoland Risk Forum 2024. Register at ChicagolandRiskForum.org. [2:13] Registration opened for the RIMS Canada Conference 2024 which will be held from October 6th through the 9th in Vancouver. Visit RIMSCanadaConference.ca to register. [2:26] Registration is also open for the RIMS Western Regional, which will be held from September 29th through October 1st at the Sun River Resort in Oregon. Register at RIMSWesternRegional.com. [2:39] We want you to join us in Boston on November 18th and 19th for the RIMS ERM Conference 2024. The agenda is live. The keynote will be announced soon. We want to see you there! A link is on this page. [2:55] The nominations are now open for the RIMS ERM Award of Distinction 2024. Nominations are due August 30th. A link to the nomination form is in this episode's show notes. [3:09] If you or someone you know manages an ERM program that delivers the goods, we want to hear about it. A link is in this episode's show notes. All RIMS regional conference information can be found on the Events page at RIMS.org. [3:26] Interview! I am delighted to be rejoined by National Safety Council President and CEO Lorraine Martin. Her timing is perfect for National Preparedness Month in September. We've got so much to discuss in the way of natural catastrophes and other risks. [3:46] We will also talk about National Recovery Month, and how prescription opioids can impact employees and employers and why it is such an important business risk. That dovetails into last week's episode with the NCCI. [4:02] We'll talk about the NSC's Safety Congress and Expo on September 13th through the 19th in Florida and we'll also talk a bit about Lorraine's background in the U.S. Air Force, her decades at Lockheed Martin, and how those shaped her risk perspective. [4:24] Lorraine Martin, welcome back to RIMScast! [4:45] Lorraine started her career in the U.S. Air Force. Justin thanks her for her service. After the Air Force, Lorraine spent nearly 30 years at Lockheed Martin. [5:29] The Air Force and all the armed services ask their people to do high-risk things to protect our nation and support our allies around the world. As a member of the armed services, you understand how important safety is to those you protect, and the risks that go with that. [5:55] Lorraine started in the Air Force in the early '80s. Being a five-foot female in the Air Force she had combat boots and survival suits that didn't always fit. She saw the need to keep everyone safe. That means being open and expansive to make sure to cover everybody. [6:44] At Lockheed Martin, Lorraine ran some of the aircraft manufacturing programs. There was potential for serious injury and fatality (SIF), with energy, heights, and all kinds of things that need to be done safely. [7:08] The products being built had to go do important things around the world, so they had to meet safety standards for operation and bring everybody home. Lorraine needed to understand safety in manufacturing and in the mission. [7:30] Justin and Lorraine met after Lorraine joined the NSC as President and CEO in 2019. Less than a year later, COVID-19 hit the U.S. Lorraine has been at the NSC for five years. Time sometimes flew by and In some cases, it felt like the world stood still for everybody. [8:13] On RIMScast in 2020, Justin and Lorraine talked about technology and the importance of reaching people, through podcasts, Zoom, or Teams. Lorraine is responsible for providing training so people can be safe. She had to learn how to do that when she couldn't be with them. [8:40] The NSC had to become good at virtual training and helping customers and stakeholders understand what remote and virtual learning looks like. The world has come so far in understanding what people can do virtually. It's not everything! Human interaction is still critical. [9:01]  Lorraine says we learned so much, whether for drivers' fleet training or for folks doing CPR. The NSC was able to reach more people, which is great when you're talking about safety. In many cases, the NSC reached them in a more cost-effective manner for all involved. [9:27]  The NSC focused on what was happening to humans as they were being buffeted during this time, from 2020. On RIMScast, Lorraine and Justin had talked about mental health. The NSC pioneered some research that looked at how psychological safety impacts physical safety. [9:55] Lorraine believes that since 2020, we've come so far in understanding that physical safety can be impacted by many different aspects of your life like distraction, fatigue, or substance abuse, that can cause you not to be on your game. [10:22] The NSC honed in on the issue of a person not being on their game as being impaired, and they shouldn't do something that would put themselves or somebody else at risk. [10:38] The NSC leaned into trainings around being able to identify impairment and giving people the skills to take action so they can take somebody out of harm's way. It's easy to say and hard to do but so critical. [10:55] The NSC and RIMS both used the pandemic as an opportunity to dial up virtual offerings and dial back some live events. Many of the right live events have come back. There is some training that is important to be in person. [11:18] In-person collaboration and interaction support mental health. Isolation as a result of the pandemic was a burden for many folks. [11:47] The NSC received positive feedback on their SAFER initiative, ensuring people were safe in returning to work. A task force of stakeholders from government, non-profits, public health medical professionals, and Fortune 500 companies advised NSC and NSC advised workplaces. [12:30] The SAFER guidelines included ventilation, vaccination, and all of the things a business would need. It was a one-stop shop for policy statements, legal statements, and other best practices for workplaces to use to safely accommodate workers at work. [13:10] The SAFER initiative is still going on. It's funded now by the CDC. NSC is now looking at long-term COVID, mental health and well-being, the overall long-term effects of a pandemic, and how workplaces prepare for whatever's coming in the future. [14:06] Lorraine just listened to a piece on NPR about COVID-19. We're still learning. We've found a way so that most folks do not perish from it, but we don't know everything about it and probably won't for some time. [14:28] In Long COVID there's some inflammation or reaction that's still happening long after the initial symptoms. Understanding it and what we can do either to prevent or treat it is still in front of us. [14:46] Organizations that let NSC white-label guideline documents for distribution were mostly NSC member organizations. NSC has roughly 14,000 member organizations and companies. They get policies and information from NSC and they also give back so others could learn. [16:01] All of the armed services are members of the National Safety Council. Some of them use NSC training for various things. Lorraine's past employer, Lockheed Martin, has been a member for a long time. [16:13] NSC has groups called networks, made up of the larger companies, that look at big trends coming, to help the government prepare and give back to small and mid-sized companies. Lockheed Martin is in many of the networks as are other Fortune 100 companies. [16:44] It's RIMS plug time! Webinars! On September 5th, Merrill Herzog debuts on RIMS Webinars with the Role of Insurance in Building Resilience Against an Active Assailant Attack. [16:57] On September 12th, HUB International returns to deliver the third part of their Ready for Tomorrow series, Pivot and Swerve: Staying Agile During Shifting Market Dynamics. [17:12] On September 19th, Origami Risk returns to deliver Leveraging Integrated Risk Management For Strategic Advantage. On September 26th, Archer returns to discuss The Future of RMIS: Beyond Traditional Approaches. [17:28] On October 3rd, Diligent will host Mastering ERM: Leveraging Internal and External Risk Factors for Strategic Advantage. More RIMS Webinars will be announced soon and added to RIMS.org/Webinars. Register here. Registration is always complimentary for RIMS members. [17:50] The RIMS ERM Conference 2024 will be held November 18th and 19th in Boston, Massachusetts. The agenda is live. [18:01] The submission process is open for the RIMS ERM Global Award of Distinction. A link to the application is in this episode's show notes. The deadline for submissions is August 30th. [18:12] So review your organization's ERM program. If you feel it was successful and you have the numbers and the data to back it up, compile that information and get ready to submit your ERM program for the ERM Award of Distinction. [18:26] The Spencer Educational Foundation's goal is to help build a talent pipeline of risk management and insurance professionals. That is achieved, in part, by a collaboration with risk management and insurance educators across the U.S. and Canada. [18:41] Whether you want to apply for a grant, participate in the Risk Manager on Campus program, or just learn more about Spencer, visit SpencerEd.org. [18:52] On September 12th, 2024, we look forward to seeing you at the Spencer Funding Their Future Gala at The Cipriani 42nd Street in New York City. Our recent guest from Episode 293, Lilian Vanvieldt-Gray, will be our honoree. [19:08] Lilian is the Executive Vice President and Chief Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer at Alliant Insurance Services and she will be honored for her valuable contributions to supporting the future of risk management and insurance. [19:25] That was a great episode, so after you finish this one, please go back and listen to Episode 293. [19:31] Let's Conclude Our Interview! September is National Preparedness Month. NOAA has said that atmospheric and oceanic conditions continue to support an above-normal 2024 Atlantic hurricane season with a 90% probability of this result. [20:57] Organizations must do a lot to prepare for extreme weather. Extreme weather is getting more common. It affects communities but also impacts people at work. Businesses must be prepared for their businesses to continue but also to protect their people from extreme weather. [21:42] Businesses can act to protect their people from wildfires, tornadoes, storms, and heat. Heat is the deadliest weather event. Our world is getting hotter, the data shows. Many people work outside in extreme, dangerous heat. [22:18] OSHA recently issued a proposed ruling, informed by input from the NSC and its members, to keep indoor and outdoor workers safe from heat injury and illness. Employers need to incorporate these weather events into their safety programs. [22:59] You need a written heat injury and illness policy and prevention program. Document your emergency action plans. Practice them. Hold heat awareness training. Heat exhaustion and heat stress prevention is about being preventative. Know the signs, hydrate, and take shaded breaks. [23:30] Education is hugely important to prevent heat illness. NSC has resources for employers to build their safety programs. Go to NSC.org and reach out. If you haven't put in some of these extreme weather precautions to protect your employees, Lorraine urges you to do so. [24:13] September is also National Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Month. Overdoses are the leading cause of unintentional death in the U.S. Every day we lose 200 people to an unintentional death from an overdose, compared to 100 roadway deaths. [25:16] Deaths on the job from overdoses have increased by over 600% since 2011. Overdoses make up nearly 10% of all deaths at work in the U.S. In some U.S. states the number is higher. In California, the rate of overdose deaths at work over the last 12 months was closer to 20%. [26:09] Construction and agriculture are hard hit by overdose deaths. Sometimes it's the type of work being done. Last year the FDA made naloxone, an opioid reversal medication, available over the counter. [26:39] The NSC advocates that naloxone be stocked in every workplace and all employees be trained in this life-saving reversal practice, just like with CPR or AEDs. You want to be able to administer this life-saving drug on the spot to bring someone back to life if you can. [27:03] For those workplaces where they've had a fatality due to an unintended overdose, it's devastating for the workforce, the community, and families. [27:11] We have this incredibly impactful drug and in most cases, the person has survived, and you can't hurt someone with it, whether or not they're overdosing or whether or not you've misdiagnosed them, you can't hurt them. [27:28] The NSC provides training on its website on how to do naloxone. It's virtual, and it is in a workplace language. NSC also has drug policies, legal briefs, and good samaritan laws, state by state. If somebody says they need some guide, NSC tries to find it to put it on the website. [28:26] Sixty-six percent of people with a substance use disorder of any kind have a job. The workplace is a great place to be intervening for them and having their back. [28:45] A study from the Massachusetts Dept. of Public Health found that Massachusetts working-age residents were 35% more likely to die of an opioid-related overdose if they'd previously been injured at work. [29:06] If you get hurt at work and then get prescribed an opioid, you can sometimes be on that path to a substance use issue just because you're trying to make sure that you can stay healthy and be at work. This is an important issue for our workplaces and employers to be part of. [29:27] Employees in recovery are very good employees who miss fewer days of work than the average employee and they save employers money, once they are back at work. Lorraine encourages employers to ensure employee safety, help in recovery, and get them back to work. [30:11] Labor Day is coming up. NSC offers a message for the Labor Day weekend on how many people may lose their lives if people don't drive well this Labor Day weekend: 457 across the nation. Every single death on a roadway is preventable. When you drive, do so safely. [31:50] Justin says to look for the link to the NSC 2024 Labor Day message in this episode's show notes. [31:58] The NSC Safety Congress & Expo will be held in Orlando, September 13th through the 19th. Lorraine will talk to the stakeholders and be on the stage. It's the big NSC show of the year. There is also a fundraiser around it, the NSC board meeting, and professional development.  [32:29] The main show is on the Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, the 16th through the 18th. Speakers include Doug Parker, the head of OSHA, technical sessions, and a huge Expo floor. [32:43] There will be a cool speaker who is a blind adventurer who climbs mountains, and who will share resilience and safety-related messages. Go the the NSC Safety Congress link in this episode's notes. Lorraine looks forward to seeing everyone this year, there in Orlando. [33:12] Everyone is definitely united at the NSC Safety Congress & Expo! [33:14] Lorraine, it has been such a pleasure to see you again and to speak with you to get your perspective and insight. Thank you for rejoining us! Hopefully, the next time we have you on RIMScast, it won't be four years between visits. [33:37] Special thanks again to NSC CEO, Lorraine Martin for reasoning us here on RIMScast. We love the NSC here at RIMS; they do great work. The NSC Safety Congress & Expo will be held from September 13th through 19th in Orlando, Florida. A link is in this episode's show notes. [34:01] Also in our show notes, you will find the prior interview with Lorraine Martin. She is a wealth of information and perspective. [34:09] It's RIMS plug time! The RIMS App is available to RIMS members exclusively. Go to the App Store and download the RIMS App with all sorts of RIMS resources and coverage. It's different from the RIMS Events App. Everyone loves the RIMS App! [34:44] You can sponsor a RIMScast episode for this, our weekly show, or a dedicated episode. Links to sponsored episodes are in our show notes. RIMScast has a global audience of risk and insurance professionals, legal professionals, students, business leaders, C-Suite executives, and more. Let's collaborate and help you reach them! Contact pd@rims.org for more information. [35:28] Become a RIMS member and get access to the tools, thought leadership, and network you need to succeed. Visit RIMS.org/membership or email membershipdept@RIMS.org for more information. [35:48] Risk Knowledge is the RIMS searchable content library that provides relevant information for today's risk professionals. Materials include RIMS executive reports, survey findings, contributed articles, industry research, benchmarking data, and more. [36:02] For the best reporting on the profession of risk management, read Risk Management Magazine at RMMagazine.com. It is written and published by the best minds in risk management. Justin Smulison is the Business Content Manager at RIMS. You can email Justin at Content@RIMS.org. [36:24] Thank you for your continued support and engagement on social media channels! We appreciate all your kind words. Listen every week! Stay safe!   Mentioned in this Episode: DFW RIMS 2024 Fall Conference and Spa Event | Sept 19-20 Chicagoland Risk Forum 2024 – Presented by RIMS Chicago Chapter – Sept. 19, 2024 RIMS Western Regional – Sept 29‒Oct 1, Oregon | Registration is open! RIMS Canada Conference 2024 – Oct. 6‒9 | Registration is open! Spencer Educational Foundation – Funding Their Future Gala 2024 | Sept. 12, 2024 RIMS ERM Conference 2024 will be in Boston, MA Nov. 18‒19 | Register Now RIMS ERM Award of Distinction – Nominations Open Through Aug. 30, 2024! RISKWORLD 2025 will be in Chicago! May 4‒7 RIMS DEI Council RIMS-Certified Risk Management Professional (RIMS-CRMP) RIMS Strategic & Enterprise Risk Center NEW FOR MEMBERS! 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Follow @RIMSorg on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.   About our guest: Lorraine Martin, CEO, National Safety Council Tweetables (Edited For Social Media Use): We just said, “We're going to be the place, if you need anything to navigate the return to work, we're going to have it for you.” And if we didn't have it, companies would give us theirs and enable us in many cases to white-label it and provide it to the world. — Lorraine Martin   We have a lot of resources for employers to build their heat safety programs. — Lorraine Martin   Right now, overdoses are the leading cause of unintentional death in the U.S. Deaths on the job from overdoses have increased by over 600% since 2011. Overdoses make up nearly 10% of all deaths at work. — Lorraine Martin   For those workplaces where they've had a fatality due to an unintended overdose, it's devastating for the workforce, the community, and families. — Lorraine Martin   Driving is the most dangerous thing we do every day and it's even more dangerous during these longer weekends. Buckle up, follow the speed limit, don't get distracted, and drive sober. — Lorraine Martin  

Welcome to RIMScast. Your host is Justin Smulison, Business Content Manager at RIMS, the Risk and Insurance Management Society.   Justin Smulison interviews Raji H. Chadarevian, Executive Director, Actuarial Research , the National Council of Compensation Insurance, or NCCI, about opioid use and related risks for injured workers. Raji and Justin talk about the statistics. The good news is that through the joint efforts of insurers, the NCCI, prescribing physicians, pharmacies, and employers, the utilization of opioids for pain management in injured workers, while appropriate in some cases, has decreased sharply in the last eight years, and continuing efforts to find alternative pain management systems should keep that trend going.   Listen in for more information about recovery awareness, and what your company can do to help injured workers avoid opioid addiction. Key Takeaways: [:01] About RIMS. [:14] RISKWORLD 2025 will take place in Chicago, Illinois from May 4th through May 7th. The call for submissions is now open through August 27th. A link to the submission form is in this episode's show notes. [:30] Virtual Workshops! Applying and Integrating ERM is back and it will be hosted by Elise Farnham on September 25th and 25th and also on December 4th and 5th. [:56] On August 29th, Pat Saporito returns to discuss Optimizing Risk Management with Artificial Intelligence. [1:05] On October 9th and 10th, Chris Hansen returns to deliver Fundamentals of Insurance. Other dates for the Fall and the Winter are available on the virtual workshops calendar at RIMS.org/virtualworkshops. [1:24] RIMS-CRMP Prep Courses! On September 10th and 11th, the RIMS-CRMP Exam Prep will be held with NAIT. There is another RIMS-CRMP Exam Prep on September 12th and 13th. [1:38] The next RIMS-CRMP-FED Exam Prep course will be hosted along with George Mason University on December 3rd through 5th, 2024. Links to these courses can be found on the Certification Page of RIMS.org and in this episode's show notes. [1:53] Events! We've got the DFW RIMS 2024 Fall Conference and Spa Event happening on September 19th in Irving, Texas. Learn more about that event in Episode 299, which features an interview with the Texas State Office of Risk Management. [2:11] Also on September 19th is the RIMS Chicago Chapter's Chicagoland Risk Forum 2024. Register at ChicagolandRiskForum.org. [2:21] Registration opened for the RIMS Canada Conference 2024 which will be held from October 6th through the 9th in Vancouver. Visit RIMSCanadaConference.ca to register. [2:33] Registration is also open for the RIMS Western Regional, which will be held from September 29th through October 1st at the Sun River Resort in Oregon. Register at RIMSWesternRegional.com. [2:48] We want you to join us in Boston on November 18th and 19th for the RIMS ERM Conference 2024. The agenda is live. The keynote will be announced soon. We want to see you there! A link is in this episode's show notes. [3:04] The nominations are now open for the RIMS ERM Award of Distinction 2024. Nominations are due August 30th. A link to the nomination form is in this episode's show notes. [3:16] If you or someone you know manages an ERM program that delivers the goods, we want to hear about it. A link is in this episode's show notes. All RIMS regional conference information can be found on the Events page at RIMS.org. [3:32] The Interview! With National Recovery Month in September, and National Opioid Awareness Day, September 21st, I wanted to shine a light on opioid addiction and Workers' Compensation claims with new data about opioid abuse and how it impacts the workplace. [4:05] This is a critical risk and I wanted to speak with someone who can tell the story about the data, so I reached out to Raji Chadarevian, the Executive Director for Actuarial Research  at the National Council of Compensation Insurance, or NCCI. [4:24] He has the insight and perspective on the new data that's being released, so let's hear all about it! Raji Chadarevian, welcome to RIMScast! [5:03] Raji states that the NCCI celebrated its 100th anniversary in 2023. The mission of NCCI is to help foster a healthy workers' compensation system. It's an advisory agency for 38 states and the District of Columbia, serving as a comprehensive source for all things workers' comp. [5:47] Raji explains that as an advisory organization, the NCCI provides ratings and statistical advisory insights to the industry, as a whole. It also collects a variety of data. [6:05] Raji is the Executive Director of Research at NCCI. He tells the story behind the numbers. The brainiacs do the research and help him tell the story. [6:47] NCCI collects data representing $30 million in workers' comp premium for just under four million policies a year, six million employer risk reports with detailed information about premiums, claims, and 10 million transactions with detailed information on lost-time claims. [7:17] NCCI collects data on 52 million payments to medical providers for claims every year. The Medical Data Call, where NCCI collects this information, started in 2010. It contains meaningful information to understand the experience of the injured worker throughout the recovery process. [8:01] Mapping the medical data, NCCI gets to understand the medical services provided, where they are provided, by what provider, and for what purpose. The data provides details of drugs prescribed and where they are dispensed, to understand the use of opioids in workers' comp. [8:41] Managing pain is a big part of the recovery for workers' comp injuries. Over the years, NCCI has published opioid use for some 40 states where it collects medical data. This data details precise utilization trends, the types of narcotics used, and the frequency of use. [9:18] The data shows carriers that cover workers' comp for employers are able to compare their experience in any one jurisdiction to statewide trends and act on that intelligence to manage their pharmacy experience. [9:45] In the last eight years, there has been a huge change in opioid prescribing in workers' comp. We've seen a significant decrease. The NCCI data shows that in the last eight years, opioid use in the year after an injury has decreased from 42% of lost time claims to 16%. [11:14] Raji notes this is a very important trend. Being addicted to pain medications makes it hard to manage your daily work when that addiction is taking hold. Opioid use is not opioid addiction. Opioid utilization can lead to opioid addiction. [11:50] There are alternatives to treating pain that have come through with the greater awareness of opioid addiction. [12:04] It's RIMS plug time! Webinars! On August 27th, Riskonnect returns to discuss How To Successfully Deploy AI in Risk Management. On September 5th, Merrill Herzog debuts on RIMS Webinars with the Role of Insurance in Building Resilience Against an Active Assailant Attack. [12:26] On September 12th, HUB International returns to deliver the third part of their Ready for Tomorrow series, Pivot and Swerve: Staying Agile During Shifting Market Dynamics. [12:41] On September 19th, Origami Risk returns to deliver Leveraging Integrated Risk Management For Strategic Advantage. More RIMS Webinars will be announced soon and added to RIMS.org/Webinars. Register there. Registration is always complimentary for RIMS members. [13:00] The RIMS ERM Conference 2024 will be held November 18th and 19th in Boston, Massachusetts. The agenda is live. [13:12] The submission process is open for the RIMS ERM Global Award of Distinction. A link to the application is in this episode's show notes. The deadline for submissions is August 30th. [13:22] So review your organization's ERM program. If you feel it was successful and you have the numbers and the data to back it up, compile that information and get ready to submit your ERM program for the ERM Award of Distinction. [13:37] Back to the Interview! The use of alternative pain medications has driven opioid utilization coming down from 42% of indemnity claims to about 16% of indemnity claims. If you look at all claims, opioid utilization is about one in 16, as opposed to one in four, 10 years ago. [14:12] The huge decrease shows a dramatic change in the way the systems are treating the injured workers, in terms of medications provided. When NCCI first tried to address the opioid epidemic in workers' comp, it held interviews with physicians, carriers, and regulators. [14:50] Workers' comp is a highly regulated system. The regulators had some say in how to manage opioids and other pain prescriptions. There was a meeting of the minds of all stakeholders: those defending the workers, prescribing physicians, carriers, and employers. [15:30] Opioid addiction was an epidemic that impacted the workers' comp system heavily. The conversations with stakeholders led to important insights on what the system can do to manage this experience. [15:57] Each carrier told NCCI they were already developing a specific program to manage the prescribing patterns for injured workers. Regulators were very interested in which opioids were being prescribed. Fentanyl used to be in the top 10 but not anymore. [17:35] The decrease in use was a result of increased awareness across the board, from patients, physicians, claims managers, and employers. Everyone was on board about the seriousness of the opioid situation. [18:11] We have time for one more break! The Spencer Educational Foundation's goal is to help build a talent pipeline of risk management and insurance professionals. That is achieved, in part, by a collaboration with risk management and insurance educators across the U.S. and Canada. [18:28] Whether you want to apply for a grant, participate in the Risk Manager on Campus program, or just learn more about Spencer, visit SpencerEd.org. [18:39] On September 12th, 2024, we look forward to seeing you at the Spencer Funding Their Future Gala at The Cipriani 42nd Street in New York City. Our recent guest from Episode 293, Lilian Vanvieldt-Gray, will be our honoree. [18:55] Lilian is the Executive Vice President and Chief Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer at Alliant Insurance Services and she will be honored for her valuable contributions to supporting the future of risk management and insurance. [19:12] That was a great episode, so after you finish this one, please go back and listen to Episode 293. [19:18] Let's conclude our interview with Raji Chadarevian of the NCCI. Justin notes that the decline in opioid utilization has been observed across all study states and the 10 most common medical conditions. [19:53] The share of claims with high opioid usage in the first year following an injury has decreased by approximately 85%, reaching an all-time low of two percent, for injuries occurring in 2022. Opioid utilization has started to level off.  [20:17] Utilization at the early stages of the injured worker's recovery increases the likelihood of continued use. Managing the early stage of opioid utilization is important. [20:57] Physicians have told NCCI that one of the strategies they use is to draw up a contract between the prescribing physician and the injured worker that describes when the opioid utilization is going to decrease and then stop. That is effective in managing expectations. [21:28] The more opioids you have, the more you want. Having that contract allows the prescribing physician to manage the opioid use over time. That is critical because once a person gets to a certain stage of using opioids, it's very hard to get the person off opioids. [21:57] Some injured workers return to work while using prescribed opioids and some do not. One side effect of opioid addiction is polypharmacy, an increase of medications being taken, and it becomes very difficult to manage from a medical perspective. [22:49] The data has shown that if you're able to manage opioid utilization from the beginning, the injured worker's recovery can be managed in a predicted way. [23:31] Risk managers need to pay great attention to the injured worker where there is opioid use, making sure that injured workers who do get on an opioid have the necessary support from a nurse case manager, along with the physician, looking out for the patient's care. [24:19] Opioid utilization results in an improved condition over time, so it's tricky to manage. Measuring pain is also very difficult. Raji advises risk managers to make sure they have the right physicians and people assisting with those cases where there is an opioid prescribed. [24:52] Pay more attention to those folks. If opioid utilization is not well-managed, the consequences can be dramatic. Besides polypharmacy, often the patient is not able to sleep, able to function or go back to work, which becomes a bigger issue. [25:48] Raji suggests there are multiple ways to make sure your employees are well-educated from a health perspective. Part of wellness is to be educated and understand the impact of opioids, and such. There are programs to supply your employees with that information. [26:26] HR organizations, workers' comp management, loss control management, and insurers have the tools to help your workers and aid in awareness. [27:00] It's also important to know that health organizations have training for physicians about opioid addiction and alternative prescriptions for pain management. This coming year, NCCI is looking at alternative pain management techniques like behavioral therapy, and physical therapy. [27:58] There is also virtual reality treatment that has an impact. The NCCI study will look at what is currently being used to manage pain and what alternative treatments are effective, including cannabis, depending on the state and jurisdiction. [29:07] The use of virtual reality for treating pain is in training the brain to understand the pain messages coming through that may be associated with trauma. The pain from an injury may be associated with the psychological impact of the trauma. Virtual reality may treat that impact. [30:19] Raji says that there are some interesting studies taking place now on treating pain with virtual reality, including one at the University of Central Florida. [30:47] Raji contributed to a series for NCCI on the future of workplace safety technology. Raji found that technology to help with posture and carrying things is important in a warehouse. In workers' comp, there are a lot of lower back injuries that could be avoided with proper posture. [33:33] Justin hopes to see some unveiling of ergonomic wearable tech at RISKWORLD 2025 in Chicago. [33:46] The NCCI has an upcoming podcast later in 2024, the NCCI State of the Line Podcast. Raji looks forward to being a regular guest on the show, “if the podcasters are like you, Justin, making the conversation as good as this.” [35:00] Justin thanks Raji for coming on RIMScast to help raise awareness of National Recovery Month and National Opioid Awareness Day and for helping injured workers get the pain management they need and return to work safely. [35:24] Special thanks again to Raji Chadarevian of the National Council on Compensation Insurance. Lots of NCCI links are in this episode's show notes. Later this year, listen for Raji on the upcoming NCCI State of the Line Podcast. [35:44] It's RIMS plug time! The RIMS App is available to RIMS members exclusively. Go to the App Store and download the RIMS App with all sorts of RIMS resources and coverage. It's different from the RIMS Events App. Everyone loves the RIMS App! [36:17] You can sponsor a RIMScast episode for this, our weekly show, or a dedicated episode. Links to sponsored episodes are in our show notes. RIMScast has a global audience of risk and insurance professionals, legal professionals, students, business leaders, C-Suite executives, and more. Let's collaborate and help you reach them! Contact pd@rims.org for more information. [37:01] Become a RIMS member and get access to the tools, thought leadership, and network you need to succeed. Visit RIMS.org/membership or email membershipdept@RIMS.org for more information. [37:19] Risk Knowledge is the RIMS searchable content library that provides relevant information for today's risk professionals. Materials include RIMS executive reports, survey findings, contributed articles, industry research, benchmarking data, and more. [37:35] For the best reporting on the profession of risk management, read Risk Management Magazine at RMMagazine.com. It is written and published by the best minds in risk management. Justin Smulison is the Business Content Manager at RIMS. You can email Justin at Content@RIMS.org. [37:56] Thank you for your continued support and engagement on social media channels! We appreciate all your kind words. Listen every week! Stay safe!   Mentioned in this Episode: DFW RIMS 2024 Fall Conference and Spa Event | Sept 19‒20 Chicagoland Risk Forum 2024 — Presented by RIMS Chicago Chapter — Sept. 19, 2024 RIMS Western Regional — Sept 29‒Oct 1, Oregon | Registration is open! RIMS Canada Conference 2024 — Oct. 6‒9 | Registration is open! 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RIMS Mobile App Risk Management Monitor: “Prescription Opioid Risks to the Workplace Explored at RISKWORLD 2018”   NCCI.com article links: “Opioid Prescribing Across Industry Groups” “On Opioids — The Doctors' Perspective” “On Opioids — Claims Professionals' Perspective” “On Opioids — Regulators' Perspective”   RIMS Webinars: How to Successfully Deploy AI in Risk Management | Sponsored by Riskonnect | Aug. 27, 2024 Role of Insurance in Building Resilience Against an Active Assailant Attack | Sponsored by Merrill Herzog | Sept. 5, 2024 HUB Ready for Tomorrow Series: Pivot and Swerve — Staying Agile During Shifting Market Dynamics | Sept. 12, 2024 Leveraging Integrated Risk Management For Strategic Advantage | Sponsored by Origami Risk | Sept. 19, 2024 RIMS.org/Webinars   Upcoming Virtual Workshops: Managing Data for ERM | Aug. 22, 2024 Optimizing Risk Management with AI | Aug. 29, 2024 Fundamentals of Insurance | Oct 9‒10, 2024 See the full calendar of RIMS Virtual Workshops RIMS-CRMP Prep Workshops   Related RIMScast Episodes: “Mental Health Awareness Month 2023” “Mental Health in the Workplace with Darcy Gruttadaro”   Sponsored RIMScast Episodes: “Weathering Today's Property Claims Management Challenges” | Sponsored by AXA XL (New!) “Storm Prep 2024: The Growing Impact of Convective Storms and Hail” | Sponsored by Global Risk Consultants, a TÜV SÜD Company (New!) “Partnering Against Cyberrisk” | Sponsored by AXA XL “Harnessing the Power of Data and Analytics for Effective Risk Management” | Sponsored by Marsh “Accident Prevention — The Winning Formula For Construction and Insurance” | Sponsored by Otoos “Platinum Protection: Underwriting and Risk Engineering's Role in Protecting Commercial Properties” | Sponsored by AXA XL “Elevating RMIS — The Archer Way” | Sponsored by Archer “Alliant's P&C Outlook For 2024” | Sponsored by Alliant “Why Subrogation is the New Arbitration” | Sponsored by Fleet Response “Cyclone Season: Proactive Preparation for Loss Minimization” | Sponsored by Prudent Insurance Brokers Ltd. “Subrogation and the Competitive Advantage” | Sponsored by Fleet Response “Cyberrisk Outlook 2023” | Sponsored by Alliant “Chemical Industry: How To Succeed Amid Emerging Risks and a Challenging Market” | Sponsored by TÜV SÜD “Insuring the Future of the Environment” | Sponsored by AXA XL “Insights into the Gig Economy and its Contractors” | Sponsored by Zurich “The Importance of Disaster Planning Relationships” | Sponsored by ServiceMaster   RIMS Publications, Content, and Links: RIMS Membership — Whether you are a new member or need to transition, be a part of the global risk management community! RIMS Virtual Workshops On-Demand Webinars RIMS-Certified Risk Management Professional (RIMS-CRMP) RIMS-CRMP Stories — New interviews featuring RIMS Risk Management Honor Roll Inductee Mrunal Pandit!   RIMS Events, Education, and Services: RIMS Risk Maturity Model® RIMS Events App Apple | Google Play   Sponsor RIMScast: Contact sales@rims.org or pd@rims.org for more information.   Want to Learn More? Keep up with the podcast on RIMS.org and listen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.   Have a question or suggestion? Email: Content@rims.org.   Join the Conversation! Follow @RIMSorg on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.   About our guests: Raji H. Chadarevian Executive Director, Actuarial Research , of the National Council on Compensation Insurance (NCCI) Tweetables (Edited For Social Media Use): I'm all about telling the story behind the numbers. The research is meaningless if you can't tell that story. My job is to let the brainiacs of NCCI do the research and help me tell the real story behind it all. — Raji Chadarevian   It's a huge decrease in opioid use and it just means that the way the systems are treating the injured workers has changed dramatically, in terms of what medications are provided. — Raji Chadarevian   One of the strategies that physicians use to manage opioid use is to draw up a contract between the prescribing physician and the injured worker that describes when the opioid utilization is going to decrease and then stop. — Raji Chadarevian   Of the future of wearable workplace safety technology, what I would see as important is technology that helps with the posture in a warehouse and how you carry things; the ergonomic aspect. A lot of what we see in workers' comp is back injuries. — Raji Chadarevian    

In this episode of Conversations with Rich Bennett, Rich and cohost Wendy Beck engage with local recovery advocates to explore the significance of National Recovery Month and the community's role in supporting those affected by addiction. Sponsored by Rage Against Addiction, the discussion highlights various recovery events in Harford County, personal stories of overcoming adversity, and the impactful programs offered by the sponsor, such as sober living homes and grief support. The episode underscores the power of community in fostering recovery and healing.Events from August 31 – September 21 – Addiction Connections Resource (acrhelps.org)Nature Based Therapy | Nature WorxAchieve Behavioral Health (achievebhs.org)Sponsor Message:This episode is proudly sponsored by Rage Against Addiction, a dedicated non-profit organization that provides critical support for individuals and families affected by addiction. Their comprehensive programs include sober living homes for women, postpartum care for new mothers in recovery, and grief support for those who have lost loved ones to substance abuse. Rage Against Addiction is committed to empowering recovery and fostering community connections. To learn more about their impactful work or to get involved, visit rageagainstaddiction.org.Send us a Text Message.EMILY ANNE PHOTOGRAPHY – "everyday is a day worth capturing all of life's precious moments, one photo at a time." (emilyadolph.com)Rage Against AddictionRage Against Addiction is a non-profit organization dedicated to connecting addicts and their familiDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the Show.Follow the Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast on Social Media:Facebook – Conversations with Rich Bennett & Harford County LivingFacebook Group (Join the conversation) – Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast group | FacebookTwitter – Conversations with Rich Bennett & Harford County LivingInstagram – Harford County LivingTikTok – CWRB (@conversationsrichbennett) | TikTok Sponsors, Affiliates, and ways we pay the bills:Recorded at the Freedom Federal Credit Union StudiosHosted on BuzzsproutRocketbookSquadCast Contests & Giveaways Subscribe by Email ...

In honor of National Recovery Month, join us for a special episode of The Real Hopecast, "National Recovery Month - What Does Recovery Mean to You?" This episode, recorded live at the Recovery Month Rally hosted by Team Kentucky's CHFS, brings forth a range of voices each sharing their unique answer to a significant question: "What does recovery mean to you?" Hear individuals share personal and varied narratives, offering insight and hope through their unique paths of recovery. Engage with us in this vital conversation and explore the personal dimensions of recovery in this special episode of The Real Hopecast.We were honored to hear from representatives and advocates from:Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services, Isaiah House Treatment Center, Georgetown Police Department, Lexington Fire Department, Celebrate Recovery, Turning Point Recovery Community Center, UNSHAME Kentucky, Kentucky Courts, VOA Recovery Community Center - Manchester Ky, Voices Of Hope-Lexington, Inc., Operation UNITE, PAR-People Advocating Recovery, kynect and more!

For this episode, we are highlighting National Recovery Month with Executive Director Gilbert Laroque & my first reinvited guest ⁠, Charlie Van De Voorde⁠ , both staff at Bakersfield Recovery Services. Though National Recovery Month is highlighted in September, that doesn't mean this episode is not good any other time of the year!

Recovery Golden Nuggets episode.I'm sharing a curated collection of some of my favorite interview clips with people in recovery to celebrate National Recovery Month.  All of these guests have been to the darkest places –  jail, suicide attempts, overdoses. And yet, all have completely changed their lives, with several now working to help others in the field of recovery.Their direct, personal experience with addiction gives them insight and perspective that can't be found without it. The collection is inspirational to those working toward their own recovery but also for those seeking to understand and support the recovery of loved ones.These excerpts represent hours of inspiring interviews; some will make you want to go back and listen to the original episodes. To make it easy, I'm putting links to each episode in the show notes. If you need a dose of hope, join us as we look back over the last four years of Hopestream._________________________________The podcast is now part of a nonprofit called Hopestream Community: www.hopestreamcommunity.orgLearn about The Stream, our private online community for moms, at www.hopestreamcommunity.org/the-stream/Find us on Instagram: @hopestreamcommunityDownload my free e-book, HINDSIGHT: Three Things I Wish I Knew When My Son Was Misusing Drugs: www.brendazane.com/hindsightJoin my email list: www.brendazane.com/email

A Happy Monday From YOUR KC Morning Show!On the show today, Tom Coderre, Acting Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary for the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration!LINK: https://www.samhsa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/leadership/biographies/oas-tom-coderre My friends and fellow KC Morning Hoes, it's once again that time. Let us solidify our dynasty as 4x Best Local Podcast! VOTING ENDS SEPTEMBER 28THBest Local Podcast - https://vote.thepitchkc.com/arts-and-entertainment/best-local-podcast Best Local Radio Personality (Hartzell) - https://vote.thepitchkc.com/people-and-places/best-local-radio-personality Best Local Personality (Hartzell) - https://vote.thepitchkc.com/people-and-places/best-local-personality A Good Day To Be A Kansas Citian. Alwaysxoxo - @hartzell965, @holeyhearts, @kcmorningshow

In this episode, we get real about Suicide Prevention Month and National Recovery Month, the rippling effect of Roe v. Wade overturned, Age limits for elected officials, Hispanic Heritage Month, Young black athletes, and more! In the Financial Corner segment, Aldwin discusses student loan debt and the SAVE plan. To share your thoughts on our discussions or if you have any questions to ask our hosts, email podcast@snma.org for a chance to be featured on the show! Disclaimer: The opinions and views expressed on our podcast do not reflect the official stance of the Student National Medical Association.

Amanda DiGiacomo sits down with Melissa Rossiter the Senior Marketing Specialist for Blue Zones Project – Bakersfield and Chelsey Hall the President and Co-owner of Modern Grub as they discuss why nutrition is so important for your overall health. Melissa explains where the 5 Blue Zones are located and the 9 things (The Power 9) they all have in common such as nutrition. This led to Blue Zone Project - Bakersfield to partner with Modern Grub to give our community healthier food alternatives. Modern Grub is a great resource to use on your health and fitness journey since they have pre-made meal prep meals. If you have been struggling with eating healthy please tune into this week's episode.     Melissa Rossiter is the senior marketing specialist for Blue Zones Project – Bakersfield. She is excited to use her skills in storytelling and public relations to share how this inspiring project will help transform the health and wellness of the community where she grew up. With a career spanning 20+ years, Melissa has worked as a newspaper reporter/editor, TV news producer and in various marketing roles in Kern County. Melissa has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications with an emphasis in Journalism from California State University, Bakersfield. She has a unique blend of skills and experience, including media relations, graphic design, marketing/branding and event planning. Prior to joining Blue Zones Project, Melissa worked at Kern County Behavioral Health & Recovery Services on its public information team, where she managed and supported the department's marketing, engagement, and branding efforts. She also discovered a passion for advocating for mental health by overseeing the messaging and design efforts for awareness campaigns during Mental Health Awareness Month in May and National Recovery Month and Suicide Prevention Month in September. Chelsey Hall is the President and Co-owner of Modern Grub, Inc here in Bakersfield, California- Bakersfield's CLEAN Meal Prep Company and At-Home Delivery Service. She has been in the grocery retail business since 2000 and has had a passion for nutrition, health and wellness for as long as she can remember. After studying Nutrition and Business Administration at Cal State University of Bakersfield she made the jump from the Grocery Industry into the Restaurant and Food Packaging Industry. She started Modern Grub in 2014 after recognizing the gaps in the Health and Wellness Industry in Bakersfield, noticing that the area was lacking in healthy eating options compared to other California cities similar in size. After ten years in business Modern Grub has successfully partnered with some amazing organizations like Kern Health Systems, the Bakersfield Police Department, the Kern County Sheriff's Department, Motor City Buick GMC, A3 Sports Performance, Local Nursing Facilities, Sully's Neighbourhood Markets, and now Blue Zones Project of Bakersfield where Chelsey now fills the role of Co-Chair for the Grocery and Restaurant Sector. Modern Grub is open seven days a week. Walk-ins are welcomed every day. They also deliver to homes and offices and help coordinate Wellness Programs in corporate offices. LEARN MORE ABOUT BLUE ZONE PROJECT: Website: https://bakersfield.bluezonesproject.com/ Instagram: bzpbbakersfield Facebook: Blue_Zones_Project_Bakersfield LinkedIn: Blue_Zones_Project LEARN MORE ABOUT MODERN GRUB: Website: https://eatmoderngrub.com/ Phone:  661-695-9006 Address: 1100 Calloway Drive, Unit 100 Instagram: modern_grub Facebook: Modern_Grub  

It's National Recovery Month and this powerful episode is a must-listen regardless of your relationship with drugs and alcohol. Today Catt is in conversation with the uber-inspiring Tommy Rosen from Recovery 2.0. A world renown yogi, teaching at retreats and conferences around the globe, Tommy created a holistic approach to recovery that has been changing lives and impacting communities everywhere. In addition to leading the Recovery 2.0 Program online, he hosts In the Circle podcast, and shares his life story in his book: Recovery 2.0 Move Beyond Addiction and Upgrade Your Life.   Do you want to wake up and thrive? Do you want to drop your cravings once and for all? Do you want a new healthy way to frame your relationships and attachments to sex, technology, and people? And mostly, do you want to reconnect with your truest self and find the happiness you've been longing for? Well, press play already!    We're so happy to bring you today's show with support from our sponsor, Jenni Kayne. Find your forever pieces @jennikayne and get 15% off with promo code CATT at jennikayne.com/CATT! #jennikaynepartner   Catt's cardigan is Cashmere Cocoon in Bronze. 

Episode 260 Are you thinking about taking a break from drinking?  I remember my first break from drinking, which I talk about in this episode. I had the mindset going into it that I would save money and lose weight, but with that first break, I realized how different I felt without drinking.  That break was the "kickstart" to me going "all-in" on an alcohol-free lifestyle a year and half later.  In this episode, I talk about five compelling reasons to embrace an alcohol-free lifestyle in September.  Whether you're new to the concept of going alcohol-free or an experienced explorer, these five reasons are meant for midlife women who are ready to give themselves a break from the "after-effects" of drinking.  From the significance of National Recovery Month to the empowerment of self-pride, you'll discover why September 2023 is a GREAT time to take a break from drinking.  Go here to find the full show notes.    Ready to Kickstart your break from drinking? Give yourself a gift of alcohol-free living in September and Take the Challenge: The Alcohol-Free Habit Kickstart 30-Day Challenge.  Gain immediate access to daily lessons that help you start where you are, prepare for your break, and focus on self-care.  You will also gain lifetime enrollment in Team Alcohol-Free, the only online community exclusively for women 35 and over where you will have daily inspiration and support from myself and the TAF community.  ➡️To join today, choose The Alcohol-Free Habit Kickstart enrollment plan here.    Like the show?  Subscribe to the podcast on your favorite listening app so you don't miss out on weekly episodes every Wednesday.  Subscribe here.