Podcasts about Peer support

Alcohol might be one of the longest-standing relationships in your life, and today's episode will give you permission to grieve the breakup. You were taught to put alcohol on a pedestal - a magical substance that ‘would make every experience better'. Realizing that lie might come with sadness, confusion, anger, and...yes, grief. Lean into that. Feel it all. You won't stay there. I'm proud of you. Keep going. Read more about my thoughts on grieving alcohol on my Substack: https://suzannewarye.substack.com/p/on-grieving-alcohol-in-early-sobrietyCommunity makes all the difference. Join The Sober Mom Life Cafe for 6+ Peer Support meetings each week and a private Facebook group to connect with sober and sober-curious women. Get Your Copy of my book! The Sober Shift Join me on Substack: https://suzannewarye.substack.com/Follow on Instagram @thesobermomlifeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Real Sober Mom Danielle couldn't imagine a life without alcohol. Though alcohol didn't play a large role in her upbringing in the Congo with her missionary family, it slowly began to creep into her life after the death of her grandmother who she'd been taking care of in her early 20s in Colorado. Alcohol showed up for Danielle in her grief, and from that point she began to really love the way it made her feel.Drinking was the norm at the school Danielle began to teach at, which cemented it even more deeply into her lifestyle. More and more each year, she leaned on it to get herself through the grief of a miscarriage and the consistent challenges of being a teacher. Danielle knew she needed to quit, but she had no clue what a positive sober life could look like. It wasn't until she found this podcast that she began to hear stories of women who actually loved their sober lives. After the loss of a close friend this past summer, Danielle knew it was time to quit. So, she began to search for the joy in sobriety. She is now six months sober and she wants to encourage you to keep going! Community makes all the difference. Join The Sober Mom Life Cafe for 6+ Peer Support meetings each week and a private Facebook group to connect with sober and sober-curious women. Get Your Copy of my book! The Sober Shift Follow on Instagram @thesobermomlifeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Forever Yours Betty returns to ADHDAF in far less happier circumstances but at least we are in this club together. Today is Mothers Day in the UK, which can be incredibly challenging for many reasons. Sheri/Betty and I lost our Mum's two months apart last year and decided to share our experiences to help others (who we wish weren't) in this terrible club know that they're not alone. Our intention for sharing this crucial conversation is also to help raise awareness about how ADHD and AuDHD can impact grief and vice versa, how Mother loss can impact our identity, the light that has helped us through the darkest of times, and to demonstrate the power of Peer Support. We are all in this together! This episode is dedicated to Sheri's Mum Mags, my Mum Jennifer, to all Mothers, to all who find today challenging, and to all of us in the Neurodivergent Dead Mums Club.MASSIVE TRIGGER WARNING: Contains swearing, loud laughter, gallows humour, some high pitched sounds, and mentions of very sensitive topics including; trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship and work struggles, mental health struggles, suicidal ideation, school struggles, bullying, greif, bereavement, Mother loss, violence against women, cancer, witnessing end of life, injustice, estrangement, infertility, pregnancy and child loss, identity crisis, weight and image struggles and suicide. If you are struggling, lo siento. YOU ARE NOT ALONE! Please REACH OUT FOR HELP ⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ENORMOUS THANKS to the ABSOLUTELY LEGENDARY Sheri, until next year - sending you love today and always.As mentioned in the episode, you can...- Listen to Sheri's 2022 ADHDAF interview HERE- Listen to last years episode dedicated to my Mum: ADHD and Grief HERE - Find out more about ADHDAF+ Charity and our monthly in-person Peer Support Groups to connect and empower ADHD adults of marginalised genders in the latest Blog⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠- Find out more about Sheri's 'SILLY' shop in Margate HERE*If you would like to join the Patreon Community of ADHDAF Podcast listeners to lean on and learn from literally like-minded legends in an online space that has been going strong for THREE WHOLE YEARS of invaluable Peer support, you can do so ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠You can follow all things ADHDAF on Socials:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@adhdafpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@adhdafplus⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@adhdafemporium⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@lauraisadhdaf⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Thank you SO MUCH for listening! We'd be so grateful if you could leave a comment/review/hit those stars so that others can be signposted to support and know that they're not alone.YOU ARE NOT ALONE.BIG LOVE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Laura⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ & Forever Yours Betty x

Smack dab in the middle of my book The Sober Shift you'll find my ten things that I want you to keep in mind during early sobriety. This special segment of the book is a really handy support that will help to ground you at any point when your sobriety is feeling overwhelming. Today I'll give you a lightning fast overview of these ten things. If you want to go deeper with these tips go grab your copy of The Sober Shift! Plus - we'll talk about what you can expect from The Weekend Reset moving forward.Community makes all the difference. Join The Sober Mom Life Cafe for 6+ Peer Support meetings each week and a private Facebook group to connect with sober and sober-curious women. Get Your Copy of my book! The Sober Shift Follow on Instagram @thesobermomlifeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, Dr. Stuart Slavin is joined by Melanie Pigott, the residency coordinator of the emergency medicine program at the Medical University of South Carolina, and Cindy Thompson, a senior program administrator for the orthopaedic surgery program at West Virginia University, for a focused conversation on program coordinator well‑being in graduate medical education. Program coordinators play a vital role in GME programs, yet their roles have become increasingly complex, demanding, and pressured—often with little margin for rest or recovery. Drawing on their years of experience and leadership on the ACGME's Coordinator Advisory Group, Pigott and Thompson reflect on the realities of the role and share practical, experience‑based strategies to reduce stress and sustain fulfillment. The conversation explores key drivers of coordinator well‑being, including managing workload through clear expectations and communication, improving efficiency through automation and shared resources, navigating hybrid and flexible work arrangements, and coping with the constant pressure of year‑round deadlines and evolving responsibilities. Throughout the discussion, the speakers emphasize the importance of professional community, peer support, self‑compassion, and giving oneself grace in a role defined by high standards and service to others. This episode launches a new series dedicated to supporting program coordinators and offers valuable insights for coordinators, program leaders, and institutions seeking to create healthier, more sustainable working environments for those who support medical learners every day.   Podcast Chapters (00:00) – Introduction and Welcome  (00:55) – Guest Introductions: Melanie Pigott and Cindy Thompson  (01:46) – Growing Workload and Burnout Risk in Program Coordination  (02:29) – Setting Expectations, Boundaries, and Communication Norms (05:14) – Improving Efficiency Through Automation and Shared Tools  (09:03) – Community, Peer Support, and Asking for Help  (10:14) – Hybrid and Flexible Work Models in GME  (14:57) – Managing Ongoing Work Pressure and Emotional Labor  (17:05) – Organization, Delegation, and Letting Go of Perfectionism  (21:03) – Closing Thoughts and Resources

If you've struggled with how to navigate your sobriety journey when your partner still drinks, then this episode is for you. Relationship expert Dr. Alexandra Solomon joins me for a chat about how to navigate big transitions in your long term relationship. We'll discuss her three books Loving Bravely, Taking Sexy Back, and Love Every Day, and Alexandra will share her thoughts on couples therapy, navigating growth in mid-life, and how to set loving boundaries. Check out my episode on Dr. Alexandra's podcast with my husband, Russell! Community makes all the difference. Join The Sober Mom Life Cafe for 6+ Peer Support meetings each week and a private Facebook group to connect with sober and sober-curious women. Join us inside of Fresh 30! Get Your Copy of my book! The Sober Shift Follow on Instagram @thesobermomlifeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today we tackle the dreaded ‘forever' question as we walk through Chapter 10 of my book The Sober Shift. You don't have to answer if giving up alcohol is forever. We don't ask that about any other lifestyle choice, why do we ask it about this? Instead, let me offer you a shift. What you thought of it as ‘sober for good'. Make a list of all the things that ‘sober for good' might mean to you and see if that reframe gives you the support that you need. It did for me. Community makes all the difference. Join The Sober Mom Life Cafe for 6+ Peer Support meetings each week and a private Facebook group to connect with sober and sober-curious women. Get Your Copy of my book! The Sober Shift Follow on Instagram @thesobermomlifeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Send a textContent note: This episode includes discussion of suicide. If you or someone you know needs immediate help, call or text 988 (Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, U.S.). In South Carolina, you can also call the Mobile Crisis line at 833-364-2274. If you are in immediate danger, call 911. On this episode of Speaking of… College of Charleston, alumnus Luke Shirley '18 shares how depression and isolation shaped his sophomore year and how that experience helped inspire Quest, a Charleston-based nonprofit focused on strengthening the mental fitness of students and young adults through community and peer support. Luke also explains what Quest means by “mental fitness” and why movement and the outdoors can help people get out of their heads and connect with peers. Featured event: Quest's flagship fundraiser, Sound of Mind, is March 29 at The Refinery in Charleston with headliner River Whyless. Learn more:Quest (Quest in Recovery): questinrecovery.org Quest on Campus (student-led program at the College of Charleston and The Citadel): questinrecovery.org CofC Office of Student Wellness and Well-being: charleston.edu/wellness 

Carl Radke of Bravo's Summer House joins Suzanne and Katie to talk about his sobriety journey and his wonderful book Cake Eater: A Journey of Self Discovery. Carl will share his history with alcohol and cocaine, the challenges he experienced with moderation, how the heartbreaking passing of his brother ultimately led him to choosing sobriety, what it has been like to go through growth in front of reality TV cameras, the importance of community in his recovery, and how sharing his story through his book and his new podcast More Life has helped him find purpose through his story. Community makes all the difference. Join The Sober Mom Life Cafe for 6+ Peer Support meetings each week and a private Facebook group to connect with sober and sober-curious women. Get Your Copy of my book! The Sober Shift Follow on Instagram @thesobermomlifeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of the Prison Officer Podcast, host Michael Cantrell speaks with Justin Stevens from Desert Waters, a nonprofit organization dedicated to correctional officer wellness. They discuss Justin's journey through the corrections system, the importance of leadership and training, and the role of peer support in addressing mental health issues within the field. The conversation also touches on the normalization of trauma in corrections, the need for a wellness culture, and the public's perception of corrections professionals. Justin shares insights on how Desert Waters is working to improve staff wellness through training and resources, emphasizing the importance of confidentiality in peer support and the need for a shift in how corrections staff are viewed by the public.justin@desertwaters.comhttps://desertwaters.com/Send a text PepperBallFrom crowd control to cell extractions, the PepperBall system is the safe, non-lethal option.Command PresenceBringing prisons and jails the training they deserve!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showAlso, check out Michael's newest book - POWER SKILLS: Emotional Intelligence and Soft Skills for Correctional Officers, First Responders, and Beyond https://amzn.to/4mBeog5 See Michael's newest Children's Books here: www.CantrellWrites.com Support the show ======================= Contact me: mike@theprisonofficer.com Take care of each other and Be Safe behind those walls and fences! #prisonofficerpodcast #leadership #podcast @theprisonofficerpodcast Contact us: mike@theprisonofficer.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ThePrisonOfficerTake care of each other and Be Safe behind those walls and fences!

Shannon Family Resource Centre (Shannon FRC) is celebrating a major boost for local families after securing €5,000 in national funding to further strengthen its Parenting Peer Support Group. The investment recognises the vital role the group plays in supporting parents across the community and will enable the centre to expand and enhance its programme throughout 2026. Established in 2023 by Family Support Worker Cathal Dillon, the group has grown into a trusted, welcoming space where parents can connect, share experiences and build confidence in their parenting journey. Alan Morrissey was joined by Cathy O Byrne, founder of The Swallows Trail Parent Support and Shazia Shaikh & Leah McNamara, parents attending the peer support group. Image © www.shannonfrc.com/gallery

You're invited to ask an expert about interesting topics related to employment. This free event is not a presentation, but rather an interactive question & answer webinar. And YOU provide the questions! This Session: The Value of Peer Support Specialists on IPS Employment Teams with guest experts Lyn Legere, MS, CPS and Crystal Page Lyn Legere, MS, CPS has more than 25 years of experience in the mental health field and has been deeply involved in advancing recovery-oriented and peer-led services. She is a Senior Training Associate at Boston University's Center for Psychiatric Rehabilitation, where she develops and delivers training in psychiatric rehabilitation, recovery, and peer support. Lyn holds a master's degree from Boston University and a law certificate from the University of Massachusetts and brings the perspective of lived experience in mental health and addiction recovery to all of her work. Crystal Page is an Employment Peer Mentor with ACE Solutions/Physician Alliance for Mental Health and is based in Wimington, North Carolina. Her professional background includes direct service work supporting individuals in treatment settings, where she developed a strong appreciation for the role of compassion, connection, and supportive relationships in recovery. In her current role, Crystal draws on her lived experience and professional background to support individuals in discovering their strengths, building confidence, and moving toward meaningful employment and personal goals as part of an IPS team.

Resilient Voices and Beyond Podcast, Season Three, Episode 54. Healing while curating dreams and breaking generational trauma. Guest, Julissa Grozozski Torres, YPA, NYCPS, CRPA, Founder and CEO of Triumph OVA Struggles Advocacy and Consulting LLC.This episode holds space for healing centered conversations and storytelling inside my Foster Healing Fellowship capstone work, and it honors the truth that survival skills keep people alive, and healing skills set people free. Julissa walks listeners through a life shaped by early loss, foster care, adoption, religious control, abuse, psychiatric institutionalization, chronic illness, and the long fight to reclaim identity with intention. She names what it costs to grow up inside systems that label behaviors but ignore pain, and she names what it takes to rebuild a self when other people spent years defining it for you.Julissa breaks down the moment she chose her own name at twelve, and she frames that decision as an act of self definition when life offered her few choices. She speaks with precision about how religious restriction narrowed her sense of self, and how adulthood demanded an intentional return to joy, interests, and personal agency. She also connects lived experience to leadership, and she draws a straight line from survival to service, including how peer work, advocacy, and consulting form a mission rather than a slogan.We confront the systems themselves, foster care, psychiatric institutions, and schools, and we talk plainly about what helped and what harmed. Julissa also speaks on diagnosis, misdiagnosis, neurodivergence, and the exhaustion of living inside an identity built around symptoms, then fighting for clarity that fits reality.  She names cycle breaking motherhood as active work, not a slogan, and she describes the daily labor of building a home where children experience emotional safety, support, structure, and freedom to simply exist as kids.This conversation also tells the truth about boundaries, grief, and letting go. Julissa speaks on the hard decision to release relationships that kept her trapped in old harm patterns, and she names the difference between forgiveness and access.  We close with a grounded charge for anyone who feels buried under labels, trauma, and fatigue, take ownership of your life in small steps, protect your healing, and refuse the lie that your past defines your ceiling.  Connect with Julissa Grozozski Torres. Instagram, triumph_ova_struggles. LinkedIn, Julissa Grozozski Torres. Website, triumphovastruggles.org.

When I polled my Instagram community and asked what was holding women back from committing to sobriety the biggest answer I received was FOMO - fear of missing out. Today as we cover chapter 9 of my book The Sober Shift I want to shift this fear for you and ask you to ask yourself the question: what is alcohol making me miss out on? For me and so many women, the realities of what we lost to alcohol only became clear in sobriety. Trust me, there are incredible experiences on the other side. Community makes all the difference. Join The Sober Mom Life Cafe for 6+ Peer Support meetings each week and a private Facebook group to connect with sober and sober-curious women. Get Your Copy of my book! The Sober Shift Follow on Instagram @thesobermomlifeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

At Antioch High School in Contra Costa County, 80 students serve as peer advocates, mentoring freshmen during their transition to high school, meeting with students who have been found with alcohol or drugs, and facilitating mediation between students who are having conflicts. There's been a surge in school programs like this one, where students counsel or mentor other students. And they seem to be paying off, both for students who receive the mentoring and for the advocates themselves. Guests: Cristian Topete, Peer advocate and student, Antioch High School Vani Sanganeria, reporter, EdSource Read more from EdSource:  Students become lifeline for peers facing suspensions, mental health struggles Estudiantes se convierten en apoyo vital para sus compañeros que enfrentan suspensiones y problemas de salud mental. Education Beat is a weekly podcast hosted by EdSource's Zaidee Stavely and produced by Coby McDonald. Subscribe: Apple, Spotify, SoundCloud, YouTube

Send a textStigma keeps too many first responders silent, and silence can cost careers, health, and lives. We sit down with a former deputy sheriff and burnout expert AK Dozanti  to map clear, practical ways leaders and peers can replace fear with trust—without waiting for a crisis to force the issue. From the first honest check-in to a policy that actually protects time for care, we unpack what real support looks like on and off shift.We talk about the gap between leadership and the line, and how to close it with routine, human conversations—quarterly coffee, or even better, side-by-side cruiser rides that make it easier to open up. You'll hear why “the opposite of depression is expression,” how to speak up safely using unions and peer support, and why building a pre-crisis network is the strongest predictor of bouncing back after critical incidents. We also get candid about therapy: EAPs help, but cultural awareness matters. When clinicians understand shift work, critical incidents, and the code of the job, responders stop giving “safe” answers and start telling the truth.We spotlight two resources built for the field. Beat the Burnout reverse-engineers burnout with stepwise guidance and constant actions you can use even when your brain is crispy. Responder Reset delivers 99 “read-this-when” tactics for moments like wired-but-tired or post-incident spikes—grounding, bilateral stimulation, breathing, and proprioceptive tools explained in plain language with tactical trade-offs. Leaders will learn why embedded clinicians accelerate trust, how annual wellness visits normalize care before it's urgent, and how to frame mental health in practical, tactical terms that earn buy-in.If you value practical tools over platitudes, this conversation is for you. Listen, share it with your shift, and tell us: what one change would make your department safer to speak up? Subscribe for more candid, field-tested strategies, and leave a review to help other first responders find this show.Visit her website at: www.akdozanti.comFreed.ai: We'll Do Your SOAP Notes!Freed AI converts conversations into SOAP note.Use code Steve50 for $50 off the 1st month!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showYouTube Channel For The Podcast

What would change for you if you knew you had peer support for what you are dealing with? I had a great conversation with Joshua Simpson, Founder and Director of Help Me Find Me CIC, a not-for-profit organisation based in Luton, England. They are dedicated to raising awareness, reducing stigma, and providing peer-to-peer support for individuals with lived experiences of borderline personality disorder (BPD). I'm passionate about creating safe spaces where people can share, learn, and feel truly understood.Josh/Help Me Find Me IG: @helpme__findmeWebsite: www.helpmefindme.co.ukFB Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/18599KqDyh/Raphaella Silva IG: @raphasaiditherepodcast / @imraphaellasilvaWebsite: https://raphaellasilva.com

Health and wellness coach Erin Treloar is here to help you regulate your nervous system so that you can find more calm, joy, and clarity in your life. Erin shares the science behind nervous system regulation, why alcohol can wreak havoc on your nervous system, and what you can do today (right now!) to help your body find inner calm. Plus, Erin will share a bit about her own sobriety journey, and how much more difficult it was for her to quit the second time around. Learn more about Erin's work at www.erintreloar.comCommunity makes all the difference. Join The Sober Mom Life Cafe for 6+ Peer Support meetings each week and a private Facebook group to connect with sober and sober-curious women. Get Your Copy of my book! The Sober Shift Follow on Instagram @thesobermomlifeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Send a textIn this conversation with Matt Domyancic, we discuss the critical aspects of law enforcement and the role of chaplaincy in supporting officers' mental health and wellness. We explore the importance of self-care, the challenges faced by first responders, and the need for a proactive approach to mental health. Matt shares his experiences and insights on building trust within the law enforcement community, the significance of spirituality, and the necessity of addressing mental health before crises occur. The discussion emphasizes the importance of investing in oneself and the role of chaplains in providing support and understanding to officers. Takeaways:Self-care is essential for first responders.Mental health awareness should be proactive, not reactive.Building trust takes time and consistent effort.Spirituality can play a significant role in resilience.Pain that is not transformed is transmitted to others.Investing in oneself is crucial for long-term wellness.Creating rapport is key to effective chaplaincy.Tactical Chaplain Matt Domyancicwww.tacticalchaplain.comIG: @thetacticalchaplainin: @Matt DomyancicSupport the showCritical Aspects Website IG: @critical_aspectsIG: @pastorvernin: @Dr. Vernon Phillips

Our society is stuck on the idea that sobriety should be rooted in shame. In today's episode and in chapter 8 of my book The Sober Shift, I push back on that and argue that your sobriety should not feel like something that you need to hide! I'll share how I shifted from my sobriety being something I did quietly to something that I proclaim proudly, and how you can make the shift too, in whatever way feels right for you. Community makes all the difference. Join The Sober Mom Life Cafe for 6+ Peer Support meetings each week and a private Facebook group to connect with sober and sober-curious women. Get Your Copy of my book! The Sober Shift Follow on Instagram @thesobermomlifeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

For people experiencing addiction or mental illness, taking the first steps toward care can seem impossible. So, it can help to talk to a peer–someone who has been through something similar.

Drew & Garden System share powerful healing stories from Jade Miller, a peer support specialist.  Jade Miller is a multiple, writer, and peer support worker who helps others living with dissociative experiences find community, language, and grounding. Through her coaching at Peer Support for Multiples and her upcoming Safe Harbor Peer Respite Center, she's building spaces where complexity and healing can coexist. Her teaching and writing emphasize belonging, integrity, and the quiet power of survivors leading their own recovery.Safe Harbor Peer Respite CenterThank you to our sponsors!Alix Amar with Dissociative Creative ExplorationsHealing My PartsFollow us on Instagram: @acoupleofmultiples, @note_to_selves, @seidi_gardensystem Follow us on TikTok: @seidi_gardensystem, @note_to_selves Follow us on Facebook: A Couple of Multiples - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556823127239 Visit our website: acoupleofmultiples.com to sign up for our mailing list, join our private, on-line community Hearts Multiplied, register for peer coaching, consultations, and workshops! And most importantly: remember that every system is different. What works for one may not work for another—and that's okay. Your journey is valid, your healing is real, and we're so glad you're hanging out with A Couple of Multiples. Articles cited in Seasons 4 & 5: Brand, B. L., Sar, V., Stavropoulos, P., Krüger, C., Korzekwa, M., Martínez-Taboas, A., & Middleton, W. (2016). Separating Fact from Fiction: An Empirical Examination of Six Myths About Dissociative Identity Disorder. Harvard review of psychiatry, 24(4), 257–270. https://doi.org/10.1097/HRP.0000000000000100

When Ariel was young she saw alcohol as her closest friend. But slowly the ways in which alcohol was not a close friend, but a toxic relationship, began to surface - through a DUI at 18, or the mom shame she began to feel for her drinking once she became a mother at 22. Alcohol was completely normalized in her family, though, and she could not even conceive that she would need to quit. As a social worker, Ariel had seen the worst cases of addiction and she did not relate to those at all. After Ariel's mother passed away her drinking ticked up and she fell into a deep depression. Two psychiatrists (one quite rudely!) alerted her to the fact that alcohol might be making her depression worse. On the day after her birthday last year she realized she was just ‘tired' of it, so she committed to 30 days of sobriety. And at the end of those 30 days? She just didn't see the point of drinking anymore. It had taken too much from her life. It was time to break up and leave her toxic relationship with alcohol for good. Community makes all the difference. Join The Sober Mom Life Cafe for 5+ Peer Support meetings each week and a private Facebook group to connect with sober and sober-curious women. Get Your Copy of my book! The Sober Shift Follow on Instagram @thesobermomlifeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

I welcome my childhood friend Dr. Mike Meaney back on the show where we discuss how pain changes how a life moves. It sharpens every edge, tests every bond, and forces you to decide what you believe when there are no easy choices left. That's where our conversation begins: a candid account of failed orthopedic surgeries, a system that too often rewards the cut over the cure, and the daily reality of living inside a body that won't stop hurting. We examine how fee-for-service medicine, device royalties, and surgical center ownership can bend decisions, why second and third opinions matter, and what patients can do to avoid becoming a statistic in a volume-driven industry.From there, we turn toward the inner struggle—resentment, justice, and the long road to healing. We talk openly about opioids as a seductive solution to the human problem of physical pain, and the devastation they leave behind. We sit with the hardest question: when harm is done under anesthesia, what does forgiveness mean? Faith enters not as a slogan but as a practice. We return to the simple Catholic teachings we learned as kids—tell the truth, avoid violence, treat others as you wish to be treated, care for the marginal—and measure them against adult complexity. We explore the mystical claims of Christianity with clear eyes, and why daily sobriety can feel like proof enough for belief.Then we build forward. Our guest shares One Small Step, a platform delivering certified peer support on nights and weekends for people on Medicaid—exactly when the rest of the system is closed or the ER is the only option. We walk through how human-in-the-loop AI can safely triage, detect pre-crisis signals, and route people to real peers with lived experience, reducing avoidable ER visits and giving support that actually meets people where they are. It's a practical blueprint for reform: dignified care, data-informed decisions, and a focus on outcomes that matter.If this conversation resonates—about pain, faith, accountability, or access to real help—share it with someone who needs it. And if you appreciate these deep, unfiltered talks, tap follow, leave a quick review, and tell us: where do you draw the line between justice and mercy?To learn more about One Small Step head over to https://onesmallstep.io/Support the showWarmly,Nico Barraza@FeedTheSoulNBwww.nicobarraza.com

Text a Message to the ShowWe can't control everything in police culture and we certainly can't control how outsiders talk about police, but we can control our attitudes and our end of the relationships within the department.  Today's guest is Eric Tung, a police commander and the host of the podcast Blue Grit Radio.  Eric wants to talk about the empathy or lack thereof that exists between officers and between the officers and commanders.  How they communicate better and how each member of the team work to make the team better, regardless of outside influences.Eric's website: bluegritwellness.com and find Eric Tung on LinkedInMusic is by Wes HutchinsonHey Chaplain Podcast Episode 134Tags:Police, Communication, Culture, Empathy, K9, Leadership, Loss, Nihilism, Peer Support, Podcast, Teamwork, Wellness, Seattle, WashingtonSupport the showThanks for Listening! And, as always, pray for peace in our city.Subscribe/Follow here: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hey-chaplain/id1570155168 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2CGK9A3BmbFEUEnx3fYZOY Email us at: heychaplain44@gmail.comYou can help keep the show ad-free by buying me a virtual coffee!https://www.buymeacoffee.com/heychaplain

My first sober vacation was a challenge, but when I was done I was in awe of myself. I did that! It was then that I started to think about the concept of ‘sober firsts'. Focusing on these challenging ‘first' experiences with sobriety - the sober summer, the sober wedding, the sober holiday - helped me stay in touch with how sobriety was impacting my life. And let me tell you: the self-confidence that you build when you dedicate yourself really experiencing these sober firsts, even when they're hard, is a self-confidence that you can rely on in every moment that comes after. Because you learn that you've got your back no matter what. That knowledge is invaluable. Are you gearing up to take your first sober vacation? Let me support you with this 5-day email series!What's on your list of upcoming sober firsts? Tell me on IG or comment on the Spotify feed or leave it in a review on Apple! Today I'm highlighting chapter 7 of my book The Sober Shift. Get your copy here! Community makes all the difference. Join The Sober Mom Life Cafe for 5+ Peer Support meetings each week and a private Facebook group to connect with sober and sober-curious women. Follow on Instagram @thesobermomlifeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The incredible Margaret Josephs of Real Housewives of New Jersey is with us today!! Margaret has always stood out as someone who was refreshingly authentic in the Bravo world, and a part of that is rooted in her lifelong alcohol-free lifestyle! Margaret's sobriety has never stood in the way of her love of being the life of the party. This self proclaimed ‘professional non-drinking party girl' is here today to share her truth that the party only gets better once alcohol is out of the picture. Today Margaret shares how her childhood experiences led her to an adulthood of sobriety, how her mental clarity has allowed her to feel confident in her true authentic self, her experiences in the Bravo world, the Bravo shows that she personally loves to watch and so much more. Margaret has an incredible line of mocktails - Soiree! Soiree features four layered intricate alcohol-free flavors. Community makes all the difference. Join The Sober Mom Life Cafe for 5+ Peer Support meetings each week and a private Facebook group to connect with sober and sober-curious women. Get Your Copy of my book! The Sober Shift Follow on Instagram @thesobermomlifeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The stereotype of ‘rock bottom' kept me drinking. I believed the lie that if my drinking didn't look like a dire stereotype then I did not qualify for sobriety. This lie stopped me from seeing what alcohol had already taken from my life. Today we'll talk through chapter six of my book The Sober Shift, where I'll help you reframe the concept of ‘rock bottom' so that you can find a softer place to land. Community makes all the difference. Join The Sober Mom Life Cafe for 5+ Peer Support meetings each week and a private Facebook group to connect with sober and sober-curious women. Get Your Copy of my book! The Sober Shift Follow on Instagram @thesobermomlifeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This episode is an interview with Mike Meaney, CEO and founder of One Small Step that provides peer support to people with mental health and addiction crises. He discusses his own personal recovery journey that inspired him to become a certified peer.Most of us underestimate how critical peer support can be in mental health and addiction recovery- until we hear stories like Mike's, who turned his personal struggles into a groundbreaking platform that saves lives during nights and weekends when traditional help is scarce.In this powerful episode, Mike Meaney shares his deeply personal journey from blackout drinking at 16 to building a platform for certified peer support that's transforming mental health care. Dr. Kibby and Mike discuss how lived experience combined with innovative technology is closing gaps in access, especially when emergency services aren't the right answer. Failing to recognize the power of peer support leaves millions vulnerable in their darkest hours, missing out on an accessible, stigma-reducing lifeline. For anyone battling addiction, mental health challenges, or supporting someone who is, this episode reveals a hopeful path forward, grounded in authenticity and innovation.If you're tired of the same old approaches and want to see how empathy combined with tech can revolutionize mental health care, this conversation is essential listening. Mike Meaney is CEO of One Small Step, a platform dedicated to on-demand peer support supported by clinical supervision, revolutionizing how people access help in their most vulnerable moments.Resources:One Small Step website

When communities lead, care works: culturally grounded support, early intervention, and multiple doors to emotional wellness. In this episode, host Sharlee Dixon sits down with Dr. Cara McNulty, CEO of Vibrant Emotional Health, the national organization behind the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, serving more than five million people each year. A population health scientist and nationally recognized leader, Cara is committed to breaking down stigma and democratizing access to mental health care across the country. Before joining Vibrant, she served as President of Behavioral Health and Mental Well-being at CVS Health, where she launched bold, data-driven initiatives, including a strategy to reduce suicide attempts by 20% among Aetna members, and helped spearhead Minnesota's transformational population health legislation. With a doctorate in public administration and decades of experience translating evidence-based science into scalable solutions, Cara is passionate about building a society where emotional wellness is accessible to all. Together, Sharlee and Cara explore how community-driven peer support, led by people with lived experience, is reshaping youth mental health. They discuss how families can better navigate complex systems, access culturally competent care, recognize early warning signs, and create identity-affirming spaces where teens feel seen, supported, and empowered to thrive. The conversation also looks at the systemic changes needed to ensure emotional wellness isn't a privilege, but a possibility for every young person.   For more information about Vibrant Emotional Health, please visit: https://www.vibrant.org/ For more information about Vibrant Emotional Health's Community Programs, please visit: https://www.vibrant.org/what-we-do/community-programs/ For more information about 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, please visit: https://988lifeline.org If you're interested in supporting Vibrant Emotional Health through donation, please visit: https://www.vibrant.org/donate/ Connect with Vibrant Emotional Health on social media: on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vibrantforall/ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vibrantforall/ on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/vibrantforall on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/VibrantForAll on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vibrantforall on X: https://x.com/vibrantforall

In this episode of Success Leaves Clues, host Robin Bailey and Al McDonald sit down with Stephanie Hollingshead, CEO of TAP Network, for a candid conversation about leadership, burnout, and the power of collaboration in Canada's tech sector. Stephanie shares how TAP Network has evolved from a small group of competing tech companies into a national community and infrastructure for people and culture leaders. What began as a conversation about competing for scarce talent has become a model for how collaboration, trust, and shared learning can strengthen an entire industry. The conversation dives into the often-unspoken reality of leadership roles, particularly for people and culture professionals who sit in the uncomfortable middle of organizations. Stephanie speaks openly about burnout, isolation, and the emotional weight of roles that require balancing advocacy, execution, and trust from all sides. Robin, Al, and Stephanie explore why collaboration works even among direct competitors, how trust is built over time, and why peer communities provide critical support when leaders are navigating layoffs, uncertainty, and rapid change. Stephanie also reflects on stepping into the CEO role, what surprised her about the broader leadership ecosystem, and why support and mentorship are far more available than many leaders realize. The episode closes with a reflection on long-term impact, leadership responsibility, and the importance of building systems and communities that future leaders can rely on when navigating pressure, change, and complexity. You'll hear about: Why TAP Network is more than a professional network, it's industry infrastructure Collaboration versus competition in the tech sector How trust is built among peers and direct competitors Burnout and isolation in people and culture leadership roles Sitting in the uncomfortable middle of organizations Why peer community matters during layoffs and organizational change What surprised Stephanie most after becoming a CEO Leadership support systems many people overlook Where Canadian tech does people and culture well Where equity, diversity, and inclusion still need bold change Why small efforts aren't moving the needle Building leadership systems that outlast individuals We talk about: 00:00 Introduction and welcome 01:00 Stephanie's background and leadership journey 03:00 What TAP Network is and why it exists 05:00 Collaboration as the foundation of the community 07:00 Choosing leaders and facilitators who energize the sector 09:00 Collaboration versus competition in tech 11:00 Building trust among peers and competitors 13:00 Burnout and the emotional weight of people and culture roles 15:00 Sitting in the uncomfortable middle of leadership 18:00 Community as protection against isolation and disengagement 20:00 Stepping into the CEO role and seeing the ecosystem differently 23:00 Mentorship, generosity, and leadership support 25:00 What tech companies get right about people and culture 27:00 Where equity, diversity, and inclusion still fall short 30:00 Why bold change is required to move the needle 33:00 Staying anchored through listening and connection 35:00 The signature question, planting trees for the future 37:00 How to connect with Stephanie and TAP Network Connect with Stephanie LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephaniehollingshead Website: https://tapnetwork.ca/ Connect with Us LinkedIn: Robin Bailey and Al McDonald Website: Aria Benefits and Life & Legacy Advisory Group

Ericka Andersen devoured every quit lit book she could find in early sobriety, but time and again something was missing for her: faith. Faith and religion is deeply central to Ericka's life, and so she set out to write the book that she needed when she got sober. Today Ericka tells us all about her book - Freely Sober: Rethinking Alcohol Through the Lens of Faith. Ericka wrote this book to serve as a support for anyone who is seeking to find faith-based or spiritual meaning in their sober journey. Learn more about Ericka and her work at https://erickaandersen.com/Community makes all the difference. Join The Sober Mom Life Cafe for 5+ Peer Support meetings each week and a private Facebook group to connect with sober and sober-curious women. Get Your Copy of my book! The Sober Shift Follow on Instagram @thesobermomlifeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Special Guest: Scott Jennie | Firefighter Cancer Support NetworkIn this powerful and timely episode, the crew sits down with retired Captain Scott Jennie, National Training Program Manager and California State Director for the Firefighter Cancer Support Network (FCSN). This conversation dives deep into the realities of occupational cancer in the fire service, the cultural shifts needed to protect firefighters, and the life-saving resources available when the unthinkable happens.

Dr. Karen Moss joins host Ron Aaron and co-host Carol Zernail to talk about peer support for family caregivers of people living with Dementia on this edition of Caregiver SOS.

Alcohol is sold as a form of self care - a way for us to unwind and ‘come back to ourselves'. This is an absolute lie, one created by big alcohol in order to boost sales and to get us addicted. Today I'll walk you through chapter 5 of my book The Sober Shift where we dispel the myth that alcohol and wellness should go hand in hand, and I'll help you figure out what true wellness in sobriety looks like for you. Community makes all the difference. Join The Sober Mom Life Cafe for 5+ Peer Support meetings each week and a private Facebook group to connect with sober and sober-curious women. Get Your Copy of my book! The Sober Shift Follow on Instagram @thesobermomlifeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Real Sober Mom Sarah grew up in Germany on a US military base where alcohol was such a way of life that her first drink was at thirteen years old at a restaurant with her family. As a mom, alcohol came in and out of her life but it wasn't until her kids were a bit older that it began to have a hold on her. Once she realized she was drinking every day, she began to worry - had her drinking gone too far? She began to take sobriety one day at a time. With community support in Fresh 30 and The Sober Mom Life Cafe, she has now been sober since late 2024! Community makes all the difference. Join The Sober Mom Life Cafe for 6+ Peer Support meetings each week and a private Facebook group to connect with sober and sober-curious women. Get Your Copy of my book! The Sober Shift Follow on Instagram @thesobermomlifeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today I'll walk you through chapter 4 of my book The Sober Shift where we'll step back from romanticizing alcohol so that we can take a clear look at the real role that drinking plays in your life. I call this facing ‘the mold in the basement'. In order to be honest about alcohol, we have to face our stories about alcohol that we've avoided facing for so long. This part is challenging, but you can do this, and community can make all the difference. Join The Sober Mom Life Cafe for 6+ Peer Support meetings each week and a private Facebook group to connect with sober and sober-curious women. Get Your Copy of my book! The Sober Shift Follow on Instagram @thesobermomlifeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week Suzanne and Katie break apart what Suzanne considers a ‘masterpiece': the latest episode of Real Housewives of Salt Lake city, Sisters of Salt. We'll get into how the cast's ability (or inability) to have challenging conversations majorly shapes the narratives of the show. Then, we'll explore the nature of flaunting wealth within these women's lives, and how for some it serves as a major veneer for their insecurities. Finally - is Meredith okay, and does substance abuse play a role in her challenges? Community makes all the difference. Join The Sober Mom Life Cafe for 5+ Peer Support meetings each week and a private Facebook group to connect with sober and sober-curious women. Get Your Copy of my book! The Sober Shift Follow on Instagram @thesobermomlifeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

If you're stuck in what I call ‘moderation hell' then this episode is for you. We have all been sold the myth that moderation is the ‘normal' way to drink. If you can't achieve it? Then you have a problem. This is a myth! It could not be further from the truth. Today I'll walk you through chapter 3 of my book The Sober Shift where we dispel the myth of moderation in pursuit of getting you to where you really want to be - freedom. Community makes all the difference. Join The Sober Mom Life Cafe for 5+ Peer Support meetings each week and a private Facebook group to connect with sober and sober-curious women. Get Your Copy of my book! The Sober Shift Follow on Instagram @thesobermomlifeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Shaun from I'VE GOT YOUR BACK introduces us to Carl from Mental Health Technologies with Sarah from The Self-Care Path, LLC to discuss the simplicity of a peer support app that provides the effective and genuine connections first responders need when mental health is on the line.

Learn how to build a peer support team in a small department, with practical tips for rural first responders, fire, EMS, and police. Discover right-sized peer support looks like.What do you say when you hear, “We're too small for peer support”?Many small departments struggle with the same question: “How can we start peer support when we're already short on people and time?”In this episode, we dive into how to build a peer support team in a small department, making it realistic and practical for rural first responders, fire, EMS, and police.BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL LEARN:What “right-sized” peer support looks like in a 20–50 person departmentHow to pick the first 2–3 people for your teamSimple policies you actually need for a small departmentHow to partner with nearby agencies, chaplains, or EAP to extend your reachWhat to do in the first 90 days to ensure team effectiveness and longevityUse this episode with your peer support team, leadership, or at your next shift meeting to start or improve peer support in your small department. Share it with other small agencies struggling with the same question.Share this episodehttps://www.survivingyourshift.com/53Connect with BartEmail: bart@survivingyourshift.comLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/bartlegerFacebook Page: facebook.com/survivingyourshiftWebsite: www.survivingyourshift.comWant to find out how I can help you build a peer support program in your organization or provide training? Schedule a no-obligation call or Zoom meeting with me here.

An enlightening, uplifting, honest conversation about the power of community, peer support, and compassion. Linda, Jack, and Ellen discuss how they got here, what they've learned, what is working, what is helpful, and the things that need to change to help those struggling with mental health issues, and help those who are supporting a loved one on their healing journey.Recorded at ROC Vox Recording & Production in Pittsford, NY. Learn more at https://rocvox.com.#mentalhealth, #eatingdisorders, #depression, #anxiety, #substanceusedisorder, #alcoholusedisorder, #peersupport, #theemileeconnection, #grassrootsnonprofitsRecorded at ROC Vox Recording & Production Studios, Rochester, NY  rocvox.com

Certified parenting coach and the co-founder of Guardian Recovery Keesha Scott joins me today to share how her 23 years of sobriety have impacted her life, both personally and as a parent. For Keesha, sobriety opened up a path for her to finally feel her feelings. After over two decades of sobriety, she could never imagine wanting to hide from her feelings again. This ability to stare directly at the fear and insecurities that naturally arise in life has allowed her to show up in immense ways for both her family, her clients, and a wide community of people in the midst of their own recovery through Guardian Recovery. Check out my episode on Keesha's podcast, Cake for Dinner! Community makes all the difference. Join The Sober Mom Life Cafe for 5+ Peer Support meetings each week and a private Facebook group to connect with sober and sober-curious women. Get Your Copy of my book! The Sober Shift Follow on Instagram @thesobermomlifeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mommy Wine Culture is a trend manufactured in boardrooms by Big Alcohol. I explore this deeply in the second chapter of my book, The Sober Shift, and today on The Weekend Reset I'll give you an overview of what I found in my research so that you can clearly see how we as moms have been manipulated to believe that alcohol could ‘help' us with motherhood. Alcohol was never here to help us. It was here to get us addicted in order to grow Big Alcohol's profits. Once you see this, it is so much easier to say goodbye to alcohol for good. Community makes all the difference. Join The Sober Mom Life Cafe for 5+ Peer Support meetings each week and a private Facebook group to connect with sober and sober-curious women. Get Your Copy of my book! The Sober Shift Follow on Instagram @thesobermomlifeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Happy 2026! As we begin the new year, I'm joined by my amazing friends Casey Davidson of The Hello Someday Podcast and Gill Tietz of Sober Powered to bring you a fresh and empowering perspective on Dry January. If you're ready to reset your relationship with alcohol, let this episode be your support. We'll talk about how to navigate those first two alcohol-free weeks, perspective shifts that will deeply support you on your journey, why community and accountability make all the difference, and what to do if your sense of motivation begins to fade. Connect with Casey: https://hellosomedaycoaching.com/Connect with Gill: https://www.soberpowered.com/Community makes all the difference. Join The Sober Mom Life Cafe for 5+ Peer Support meetings each week and a private Facebook group to connect with sober and sober-curious women. Get Your Copy of my book! The Sober Shift Follow on Instagram @thesobermomlifeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Happy New Year! For the next ten weeks on The Weekend Reset I'll be walking you through my new book The Sober Shift chapter by chapter. Take a listen to the intro to get you up to speed! Today, in Chapter One, I want to invite you to shift how you're viewing the concept of sobriety. Society sells us on the idea that sobriety is all about deprivation. But what if you flipped that? What if you focused on all that you can gain through choosing a sober life? How would that change the experience for you? Join me at the Sober Mom Life treat in Mexico this February! Hurry - spots are going fast: https://thesobermomlife.com/thesobermomliferetreatCommunity makes all the difference. Join The Sober Mom Life Cafe for 5+ Peer Support meetings each week and a private Facebook group to connect with sober and sober-curious women. Get Your Copy of my book The Sober Shift Follow on Instagram @thesobermomlifeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In these final days of 2025 my mom and I are here to take stock of the year. We'll talk about big shifts we've experienced in our lives (A book release! Retirement!), what we're deciding to leave behind as we exit the year, how sobriety can serve as an endless springboard for growth, and our intentions for 2026. Community makes all the difference. Join The Sober Mom Life Cafe for 5+ Peer Support meetings each week and a private Facebook group to connect with sober and sober-curious women. Does sobriety during the upcoming holiday season feel overwhelming? Sign up for my 10-Day Holiday Series! Each day you will receive an email message that I crafted to support you through your first sober holiday season. Sign up here. Get Your Copy of my book The Sober Shift Follow on Instagram @thesobermomlifeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It's the last Friday of 2025, so today I want to invite you to take a look back. No matter where you are on your sobriety journey, the fact that you're here tells me that in 2025 you showed up for yourself. It is so beneficial to reflect that fact. Maybe you have some sobriety under your belt now, or maybe you began to drink with the blinders off. Wherever you are on this path, you deserve self compassion and grace for all of the ways in which you grew and changed in your relationship with alcohol. Happy New Year. Community makes all the difference. Join The Sober Mom Life Cafe for 5+ Peer Support meetings each week and a private Facebook group to connect with sober and sober-curious women. Does sobriety during the upcoming holiday season feel overwhelming? Sign up for my 10-Day Holiday Series! Each day you will receive an email message that I crafted to support you through your first sober holiday season. Sign up here. Get Your Copy of my book The Sober Shift Follow on Instagram @thesobermomlifeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

I love taking a look back at the end of each year, so today I've compiled some of my favorite moments from this year's episodes to share with you! Get ready to hear some standout moments from all of our fantastic guests in 2025.If you'd like to go deeper into any of these conversations, be sure to visit the full episodes! In this episode you'll hear highlights from:Celebrating Five Years of Sobriety (Episode 227) Gillian Tietz (Episode 232) Liza Feilner (Episode 238) Jyoti Chand (Episode 244)Amanda E. White (Episode 247) Luc Zoratto (Episode 251)Mocksticated (Episode 252)Jessica Guerrieri (Episode 259) Katy Olson (Episode 260)Therapy 101 with my Mom! (Episode 263)Jessica Stewart (Episode 267)Heather Lowe (Episode 269) The Weekend Reset: Am I That Bad? (Episode 272) Kate Vitela (Episode 273)Kristin McGee (Episode 275)The Weekend Reset: Gratitude in Sobriety (Episode 276) Mary Alice Stevens (Episode 277)The Weekend Reset: Navigating Cravings (Episode 278) Community makes all the difference. Join The Sober Mom Life Cafe for 5+ Peer Support meetings each week and a private Facebook group to connect with sober and sober-curious women. Does sobriety during the upcoming holiday season feel overwhelming? Sign up for my 10-Day Holiday Series! Each day you will receive an email message that I crafted to support you through your first sober holiday season. Sign up here. Get Your Copy of my book The Sober Shift Follow on Instagram @thesobermomlifeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We are officially deep in the holiday season, and if you're navigating early sobriety this can be a challenging time. So today, I'm here with some perspective on how you can protect your peace - even if it means saying no. I'll share scripts for how you can say no in a way that respects your own needs, whether that be saying no to an event, to friends, or to a drink that someone is trying to place in your hand. You've got this. Keep going. Community makes all the difference. Join The Sober Mom Life Cafe for 5+ Peer Support meetings each week and a private Facebook group to connect with sober and sober-curious women. Does sobriety during the upcoming holiday season feel overwhelming? Sign up for my 10-Day Holiday Series! Each day you will receive an email message that I crafted to support you through your first sober holiday season. Sign up here. Get Your Copy of my book The Sober Shift Follow on Instagram @thesobermomlifeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.