Podcasts about women in recovery

Send us a textHave you ever woken up with no memory of the night before? You're not alone. In this powerful episode of The Sober Butterfly, host Nadine Mulvina—once a regular blackout drinker—opens up about the frightening reality of blackouts and explores what's really happening in the brain with Dr. Sarah Nasir, DO.Dr. Nasir is a board-certified Addiction Medicine physician, life coach, and holistic recovery advocate. She breaks down the short- and long-term effects of binge drinking and blackouts on the brain, how alcohol impairs memory and cognition, and what recovery looks like from a medical and holistic lens.This is Part 1 of a two-part conversation packed with valuable insight and empowering information—perfect for anyone questioning their relationship with alcohol or seeking deeper understanding of the science behind sobriety.

Send us a textIn this inspiring conversation, Katie Campbell, board-certified holistic health coach and founder of Mindful Constitution, shares her journey from binge drinking to sobriety and spiritual awakening. Katie opens up about childhood trauma, her years of self-medication, and the "cognitive dissonance" she experienced while studying health while still drinking. She explains how sobriety helped her discover her true purpose: guiding highly sensitive, empathic women through their own sober curious journeys. From hosting monthly sober curious circles to helping clients build lives they don't need to escape from, Katie demonstrates how removing alcohol doesn't mean deprivation—it means liberation. This episode explores the spiritual dimensions of recovery and how alignment with your authentic self creates ripple effects far beyond just not drinking.Katie on TikTok and InstagramMindful Constitution PodcastSupport the show

Addiction doesn't always look like we expect it to. In this powerful episode, author and recovery advocate Sherry Hoppen shares her gripping testimony from her book, Sober Cycle: Pedaling Through Recovery One Day at a Time. Sherry takes us through her decade-long secret battle with alcoholism, the shame that kept her trapped, and the moment of surrender that changed everything. Hear how a thousand-mile bike ride from Michigan to Texas became the catalyst for her healing and how God's grace carried her to ten years of sobriety. This episode is a must-listen for anyone struggling with addiction, walking alongside a loved one in recovery, or simply needing a reminder of God's relentless redemption. Tune in and be encouraged—hope is never out of reach!Sherry's book and more info:https://www.shesurrenders.com/Grab your copy of Serenity journal! ⁠https://www.jaymeelizabeth.com/category/all-products⁠CONNECT WITH JAYME ON SOCIALS: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ l⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ l ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pinterest⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ l ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠

Send us a textIn this powerful episode, elementary teacher and TikTok creator Colbi (@collect.the.similarities) shares her journey from using alcohol as a social lubricant to finding authentic belonging in recovery. She discusses how postpartum depression accelerated her drinking, the moment she received "the gift of desperation," and why she now uses social media to create solidarity among sober-curious women. Colbi offers profound insights on the difference between "fitting in" versus "belonging," and how sobriety has transformed her relationship with herself, her children, and her community. A must-listen for anyone questioning their relationship with alcohol, especially parents navigating the challenges of modern life.Support the show

In this episode of Addicted to Recovery, hosts Christopher White and Max Thomas sit down with Suzanne, a fellow recovering addict, for an open and deeply personal conversation about the power of fellowship, self-awareness, and service in the recovery journey. Suzanne shares her story of addiction, shaped by childhood trauma and the devastating loss of her mother, and reflects on how these experiences led her down the path of substance use. She discusses the profound impact of connection in recovery, particularly for women, and how finding a supportive fellowship has been instrumental in her healing.The conversation highlights the vital role of sponsorship and service, emphasising how helping others can, in turn, strengthen one's own recovery. Suzanne and the hosts explore the importance of self-awareness, recognising triggers, and maintaining daily spiritual practices to sustain long-term sobriety. They reaffirm that recovery is an ongoing process, requiring consistent effort, reflection, and a commitment to personal growth. Most importantly, they remind listeners that a fulfilling, substance-free life is not only possible but deeply rewarding when built on connection, service, and resilience.

The story of a unique sober shelter for women with children and how it changed the life of Rhonda Evans forever. Watch https://www.transformationtalkradio.com/watch.html 

Send us a textIn this episode of the Covenant Eyes Podcast, we're excited to introduce our newest team member, Heidi Cooper, Recovery Specialist at Covenant Eyes. With a background in pastoral counseling and addiction recovery, Heidi shares her personal journey of overcoming addiction, the impact of pornography on women, and the importance of transparency in the church. Heidi's deep insight into addiction recovery for both men and women is changing the way we address relapse and recovery.Tune in to hear Heidi discuss her work developing new resources for women, including her role in creating content for the Victory App, which offers free recovery courses. She also provides powerful advice for pastors and ministry leaders struggling with addiction and highlights the critical role of counseling in healing. This episode offers hope, guidance, and encouragement for anyone on the path to recovery.Be sure to like, share, and subscribe for more inspiring stories and recovery tools from the Covenant Eyes team.Timestamps:0:00 Welcome and Introductions0:26 Heidi Cooper's Background and Journey to Covenant Eyes3:00 New Resources for Women in Recovery5:30 Exploring the Victory App for Recovery Support12:00 The Role of Pastors and Vulnerability in Addiction Recovery16:40 The Power of Biblical Counseling and Professional Help18:15 What's Next for Covenant Eyes Recovery EducationTry Covenant Eyes for FREE today!Use Promo Code: FreePodcast

In this powerful episode of "Mind Your Nest," host Jennifer Rosen sits down with Tammie Sellman, the Chief Development Officer of Wayside House, a nonprofit addiction treatment program dedicated to supporting women on their journey to recovery. Tammie shares her inspiring story of transitioning from education to nonprofit work and discusses the comprehensive and compassionate approach Wayside House takes to help women heal from addiction and co-occurring disorders.Tammie and Jennifer delve into the deep-rooted issues that lead to addiction, the importance of creating a supportive and nurturing environment for recovery, and the critical role of family involvement in the healing process. They also explore the stigma surrounding addiction and the need for more recovery-friendly communities. Through personal stories and professional insights, this episode offers hope, understanding, and practical advice for anyone touched by addiction.Tune in for an emotional, honest, and ultimately uplifting conversation about the power of compassion, resilience, and the transformative impact of programs like Wayside House.Contact Jennifer Rosen:Email: jennifer@mindyournest.com

Heather Matheson has built a sweet business providing Peace, Love and Cookies - appropriately the name of her business - to the Tulsa area. She started the business as a home bakery and quickly outgrew her space with her yummy cookie recipes that are baked fresh daily. With a background in social work and her business looking for a new location, it didn't take long for someone to connect her with Family and Children's Services in Tulsa and the results couldn't be sweeter. They had a commercial kitchen that they used for teaching food service skills to people in their programs. Her employees are all a part of the Women in Recovery program and as she admits, she has built more than a business. It's early-morning therapy sessions mixed with mutual connection and support for the women who are part of her team. The result of this winning combination includes women who are building their lives to be become better and more productive for themselves and their children while breaking cycles of poverty, abuse and incarcaration.  To find out more about Peace, Love and Cookies Tulsa: PeaceLoveandCookiesTulsa.com Instagram: @peaceloveandcookiestulsa Facebook: Peace, Love and Cookies Tulsa

Our sisters sit with the legendary, Mss. Regina Wells. With 25 years of recovery. Mss. Regina shares on the struggles she went through to recover from a hopeless state of mind.

  Becoming alcohol-free was one of the hardest things I have ever done. In the beginning, figuring out how to live alcohol-free was also extremely difficult. This is true for most of my clients and the people I meet who have undertaken this journey. So, why do we keep going? How do we know it's going to be worth it in the end? What is at the 'heart' of sober living? I experienced something recently that I think, at least for me, answers this question. I attended an event with 100+ women (and 2 men) where we experienced the joy of celebrating life as alcohol-free humans. Friendship, celebration, laughter, and learning have been a big part of my sober journey. Another very important part for me has been growing personally - learning to sit with my emotions, learning to express my needs, learning to really listen to other people and see beyond the veil.  The Sober In The City event in Tampa, Florida reminded me, in the best possible way, how important it is to be seen and heard and understood in this AF world. The things that matter to all humans also matter to us. We don't stop needing fun, or dance parties or new friends just because we don't drink alcohol!  This is what AF women want and deserve! Friendship Connection Fun Laughter Learning A Support System Practice socializing AF Understanding Inspiration I hope you will feel inspired to keep reaching new heights as you experience more alcohol-free time. One thing that I have noticed, and I have also heard from so many of you, is that life keeps getting better and better. Why is that? I think it is because, for perhaps the first time, we are experiencing life without judging ourselves and others, instead we are exploring how to be more open, more compassionate and more authentic. Full Show Notes HERE including where to find your OWN alcohol-free community!      

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What it's like for a mother losing custody of your children in addiction, how healing trauma from your past is vital to continued spiritual growth; Jamie is a Small business owner doing big things in the Kingdom of God. She shares her story of going from homeless sex worker to person in long-term recovery, giving

Do you have a secret fear that no matter how good it feels to stay sober, you won't stick with it?   The fear may arise with a random alcohol craving that comes out of nowhere–a mysterious thirst that feels like a bottomless pit.    Or you might remember how it feels to watch the sunset with a bottle of wine and start thinking, “OMG…I can't ever do that again!”    Or the fear comes with that dark cloud of depression that sucks the breath out of your chest and leaves you feeling hopeless and paralyzed.    Here's the bottom line: you can't prevent fear. But you can learn how to deal with it so that a bad moment doesn't spiral into a bad week, month or year.   By the time you finish listening to this episode, you'll: Have a Jedi mind-trick for exactly how to process fear in real-time so it doesn't overwhelm you. Understand why labeling yourself as an alcoholic (or someone with a drinking problem) perpetuates fear of over-drinking See fear as an invitation to correct subconscious assumptions and rebuild your identity as a resilient, confident badass in complete control.   When you finish listening, I'd love to hear your takeaways. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device and share it to your Instagram stories. Tag me @RecoverwithColleen   Register for me FREE masterclass to learn how to Control Your Thinking About Drinking.  Get on my email list to receive weekly insight to accelerate your recovery and get early bird access to my upcoming recovery storytelling workshop. TAKE THE QUIZ! Take my quick, 9-question quiz to find out how much your beliefs about drinking are causing FEAR that you'll go back to drinking. Oh, and then exactly how you can change those beliefs...

In this episode we talk about recovery services and helping women who have survived sex trafficking. For over 40 years, Ellen has worked with women in recovery.  During Ellen's tenure, more than 2000 women were impacted by Passages Treatment Center for Women. Ellen is a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor, Certified Employee Assistance Professional, Substance Abuse Counselor, as well as holding many other credentials in this field. Ellen also currently serve as the President of the State Texas Association of Addiction Counselors.  She has been awarded Professional of the Year, Hall of Fame, Compassionate Award and many other accolades. She was also honored by Houston Woman's Magazine as one of the "50 Most Influential Women". Support the showLearn more about Elijah Rising »Follow us on Instagram »Donate and Support Our Work »

This week, Matt talks to several ladies to get their take on women in recovery. Turning Point is part of Four Rivers Behavioral Health's comprehensive substance use disorder treatment services and was established to provide easy access to those in recovery with a focus on those who are just learning to live a sober life. Turning Point is unique in that the program is designed around the concept of Peer Support. Staff at Turning Point have personal experience with substance use disorders and can offer guidance and support from a “been there, done that” perspective. You can learn more about Peer Support at https://4rbh.org/behavioral-health-co... #KORE #CrossTalkRecovery #TurningPoint #recoveroutloud https://4rbhaddictiontreatment.org/tu... https://fourriversbh.podbean.com

If you are very lucky you'll connect with someone further along in sobriety who takes the time to show you the way. For me that person was Dawn Nickel, the founder of She Recovers, long before it had grown into the powerful recovery movement it is today.  Ten years ago, when I was 20 days alcohol-free for the first time, I shared in a group that I was nervous about going to Victoria BC for a long weekend with my husband and 5 year old son. I couldn't imagine going out to dinner and being on vacation and not drinking.  Dawn saw my post and reached out to me. She invited me to coffee in Victoria, picked me up at my hotel and took me to a beautiful beach to talk. Since that day she's been a touchstone on my alcohol-free journey.  For full shownotes and to access resources mentioned in the episode, head over to www.hellosomedaycoaching.com/163 How I can help you drink less + live more Join The Sobriety Starter Kit, the only sober coaching course designed specifically for busy women.  My proven, step-by-step sober coaching program will teach you exactly how to stop drinking — and how to make it the best decision of your life. Save your seat in my FREE MASTERCLASS, 5 Secrets To Successfully Take a Break From Drinking  Grab the Free 30-Day Guide To Quitting Drinking, 30 Tips For Your First Month Alcohol-Free. Connect with me for free sober coaching tips, updates + videos on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest and TikTok @hellosomedaysober. Connect with Casey McGuire Davidson To find out more about Casey and her coaching programs, head over to www.hellosomedaycoaching.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Trigger warning: If you're happy identifying as a "sober" alcoholic, this episode is not for you. Does promising to stay sober for the rest of your life conflict with your values? Are you an independent thinker who enjoys staying open to new ideas? Todays episode is a practice run of my new webinar, Why women who identify as alcoholics and therefore "sober" can struggle in recovery. There is strong evidence that labeling people as alcoholics and setting abstinence as a life-long requirement keep them from entering and staying in recovery. I explain how to escape your preoccupation with alcohol–instead of defining yourself by it forever. Want to learn more about The Next Chapter, my 12-week mastermind in emotional sobriety? Click here.  Like this episode? Get new episodes and related content delivered to your inbox every Monday. Click here.  Join my private Facebook group for free coaching with me and a tribe of women working on emotional sobriety. Recover with Colleen Follow me on Instagram Recover with Colleen If you need to stop drinking and want support, check out these two programs that will shift your mindset from "drinker" to "non-drinker" so you can declare your independence from alcohol.  5-Hour Change Your Mind Masterclass--self-study 10 Days to Spontaneous Sobriety --includes group and 1:1 coaching

Sober is Dope: A Special Episode for Women in Addiction and Recovery with special clips from Brene Brown, Tony Robbins, and a Forgiveness Affirmation from Deepak Chopra and special readings from the Sober is Dope Book. Description: In this special episode of Sober is Dope, Pop Buchanan dedicates the show to women in addiction and recovery, letting them know that they are loved and worthy. The episode focuses on midlife drinking, midlife addiction, midlife crisis, and navigating early recovery during midlife. Special mention is given to those who started drinking and drugging in their 40s and 50s. This episode is for all gender roles and anyone who identifies as a woman and is designed to provide support and encouragement to those struggling with addiction and recovery. Pop Buchanan shares his own personal experiences and insights, along with tips and strategies for overcoming midlife addiction and navigating the challenges of early recovery. Whether you're just starting out on your recovery journey or you've been in recovery for some time, this episode offers valuable insights and inspiration. You'll hear stories of triumph over addiction and learn about the power of self-love and compassion in recovery. Join Pop Buchanan for this powerful and uplifting episode of Sober is Dope, dedicated to all the women in addiction and recovery who fight daily to overcome their challenges and live a life of sobriety and joy. Midlife can be a time of great change; with change can come stress, anxiety, and even a crisis of identity. For some, this can lead to excessive drinking and addiction, which can be especially challenging for women. Here are some tips on how to navigate a midlife drinking crisis and addiction: here are some tips for women in midlife addiction and recovery: Acknowledge the problem Seek professional help Identify triggers Develop a support system Practice self-care Explore new hobbies Embrace change Set achievable goals Practice mindfulness Find a hobby or activity that brings you joy Avoid triggers Stay accountable Practice self-compassion Find a therapist or counselor Take care of your physical health. Remember, it's never too late to make positive changes in your life. By taking steps to deal with a midlife crisis and midlife drinking and addiction, you can find new sources of joy and fulfillment in this stage of your life. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/soberisdope/message

We have on Caroline Beidler, MSW and author of the book, Downstairs Church, to help us explore the world of recovery from a female perspective. We talk about the lack of housing options for women in recovery, the lack of access to treatment, lack of childcare supports at every step of the recovery process, and what we might be able to do right now to ease some of these struggles. Listen in as Caroline joins the Recovery (Sort Of) crew to talk about the challenges women face in recovery, then share your thoughts with us. From the episode: Caroline Beidler's Website Amplifying Women's Stories in Recovery Advocacy Downstairs Church Episodes mentioned: Mommy and me housing How to find us and join the conversation: Website Facebook Instagram Twitter TikTok Email: RecoverySortOf@gmail.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/recoverysortof/message

In this episode, Tammy Vincent joins me to share her experience strength, and hope for recovery from being a loved one of an alcoholic.  Tammy's journey of healing has led her to create a new way of thinking and living and she now has taken her teaching and created two books for teen children of alcoholics. Surviving Alcoholic Parents is a book for teens who are living with a loved one who has an addiction  and Helping Children of Alcoholics & At Risk Students is a fabulous resources for anyone who works with or cares about a teen in a dysfunctional family.   You can also learn more about Tammy's coaching at www.tammyvincent.com  As always if you need support on your own healing journey don't hesitate to reach out to me directly at terra@ambitiousaddicts.com

Growing up in the Christian church, I'd been indoctrinated with the sinner mindset. That I was born unworthy. That my physical needs and desires are evil. And so I believed that if something felt bad or wrong, I was bad and wrong. I thought shame was the voice of God--moving me away from the voice of false knowledge.  Grab my free reflection exercise on how to process shame @  https://recoverwithcolleen.com/freebies Read this essay: https://recoverwithcolleen.pages.ontraport.net/Library/The-Sinner-Mindset If you like this episode and would like me to dive deeper into the topic of shame or recovering from religious trauma, speak up! My email is colleen@recoverwithcolleen.com or join my private Facebook group and leave me a comment -->  Recover with Colleen Follow me on Instagram Recover with Colleen Register for 10 Days to Spontaneous Sobriety.

In this episode, Shelby John from Confident Sober Women joins me to share her real life recovery story.   Be sure to check out her website at https://shelbyjohncoaching.com/ or hop in her private facebook community  As always if you need support for your own recovery or would like to join me here to share your experience, strenth and hope reach out at terra@ambitiousaddicts.com. 

Our brains' operating system is language-based. Words have meaning and therefore define your reality. Becoming aware of your default thinking patterns allows you to choose thoughts that you want to think on purpose. You can actually reprogram your brain to respond intelligently. In this episode, I teach you how to shift into solution-based thinking without falling prey to toxic positivity. Be prepared to take some notes, as I include a list of cautionary phrases to avoid and helpful questions to ask yourself that will result in productive action. Click here to join my private Facebook group for free coaching with me and to connect with a tribe of like-minded folks working to level-up in their lives. Recover with Colleen Follow me on Instagram Recover with Colleen Send me an email and let me know how this episode lands for you or if you're interested in working one on one with me. colleen@recoverywithcolleen.com Find free resources @  https://recoverwithcolleen.com/freebies Register for 10 Days to Spontaneous Sobriety.

In this episode my sister in recovery, Julie joins us to share another lesson in nature.  Julie recounts her personal experience connecting with nature, a hummingbird, and her offspring.  Julie also share's a little bit about her business, the blue owl, in Denman Island, British Columbia. Sounds amazing, right? Book your visit here https://blueowlondenman.ca/  We also chatted about the community where we met, The Broke Girl society which is an amazing group of supportive women all looking to live a life free from gambling.  If you need support for gambling recovery check out the group here https://www.facebook.com/groups/brokegirlsociety As always if you need support for your own recovery or would like to share your experience, strength and hope with others, don't hesitate to message me directly.  

At a table for 3 in the coffee shop, Megan shares her experience as a woman in recovery and her journey from first admitting she had an alcohol problem to her recovery path with counselors, women's groups and eventually coed groups. As a woman, AA meetings with 80% men can be intimidating. But once you sit down and listen to what men have to say, it goes out the window because we all suffer.  Listen in to Megan's journey to sobriety, some of the issues she's faced and overcome, and her advice to other women, starting with “Don't compare yourself out of the room.”If you know someone who needs to hear this episode, share it with them!Mentioned in this episode:Sober.Coffee Google Review: https://g.page/r/CS6wZF4DdVg5EB0/reviewFor more about this podcast:Visit Sober.Coffee website: https://www.sober.coffeeRecorded at Audiohive Podcasting: https://www.audiohivepodcasting.comIn collaboration with Care Addiction Center: https://www.careaddiction.com

In this episode Laura H joins us to talk about her lived experience as a person in long-term recovery from addiction.  She shares her experience, strength, and hope with all of us as she  shares how she went from being actively in addiction to now working in a thriving business helping other entrepreneurs grow their businesses.   If you are looking for more ways to grow your business using social media absolutely be sure to check out her group https://www.facebook.com/groups/spiritualfemaleentrepreneurs If you want to connect with another woman in recovery to expand your support connect with her here https://www.facebook.com/laura.hernandez329 If you're looking for a group like the one where the two of us met you can hop in here https://www.facebook.com/groups/werefer 

The opposite of loneliness in addiction is a community in Recovery. No person is an island and so rubbing shoulders with people who have an adequate amount of clean time can become a post for learning. A noble quote from our previous guest Alex Talbot states that RecoverWE is CommUNITY. In the second to third year of the program, students and adherents are motivated to try their hand at starting their own meetings or even influencing of community. True to form, we stretch our wings and extend our footprint to one of the four institutional seats of Europe and welcome Jessica Faulconnier-Weis to our program. Jessica is both culture-rich and articulate and has worked tirelessly to institute a recovery community, dragging constituents into the 21st century. She chats with him about her journey to sobriety and what stirred her spirit to begin planning the first sober gathering, in the very heart of Luxembourg. She's coming to DIS Live . . . And you want to hear her story. You're invited to join us Live every Tuesday. Tune in on DIS Live, this coming Tuesday. 5pm Est 2pm PST  Request access now firesidechat.com/daniellapark and join us in the audience! Ask questions and be part of the show. Check out Daniella's everything recovery store doingitsober.com Thanks for listening xox Daniella Park & Chris Nell .

OverviewMeet Kelly. She's the Founder and CEO of Unshattered, a nonprofit social enterprise whose mission is to end the addiction relapse cycle through ethical, sustainable fashion. The org provides job skills training and employment for women in recovery to help them build a path toward economic stability and sustained sobriety. Kelly's education is in Engineering Physics, her title is CEO, but her calling is Ambassador of Possibility. Come hear about this nonprofit that's only experienced a single relapse in six years

Dannielle is a former client and a current friend! She is the first person that I coached who was on the 'other side of drinking' and she is part of the inspiration for my new SELF program. Dannielle shares her journey to uncovering the false stories and exchanging the weight of her covering for a cloak of power! We talked about the work she did and the ways in which she grew during our time together, from exploring a beginner's mindset to recognizing and embracing the transitional seasons of this journey. Dannielle is a gifted storyteller, a wise leader and an inspiring guest!   Don't miss the end of the episode where her and I take turns sharing "What piece of the puzzle we are picking up". We invite you to play along! Full Show Notes HERE The SELF Experience Waitlist

This episode is inspired by all of you! And, it's an episode that is very near and dear to my heart because I love to talk about the ‘after alcohol' part of this journey. My own path was forged by exploring what is possible on the other side, this podcast was created to focus on inspiration for alcohol-free living, and now I have a program designed exclusively for women to discover more after leaving alcohol behind. It seems to me that we place a lot of focus on the drinking to not drinking part of becoming alcohol-free and not nearly enough time on how to live once we are alcohol-free. I love to help others explore the place we arrive once we have ditched the drink and started to truly live. It reminds me a bit of pregnancy, where the entire focus is on delivering the baby and very little focus on how to raise a child! As a brand new mama at 23, with no younger siblings, I needed a manual! Of course it was brutiful (thank you Glennon) and messy and incredible all at once. And, I think there are a lot of similarities to this AF journey. Lots of focus on breaking up with booze and very little focus on our AF life. Once again, we are mostly left to figuring it out as we go, often feeling a bit lost and lonely as we step into a place of infinite possibilities. What if we did have a guide? And a manual? And a tour group? That sounds way more fun! That's what the SELF Experience, coming in November is all about! Let's do the AF life together, in community, so we can discover our true and beautiful SELF. FULL SHOW NOTES HERE The SELF Waitlist HERE

Shelby John is a therapist, life coach and mom of 3 who specializes in helping women gain confidence after sobriety. This is an important conversation about an important topic. The many women I coach both in a group and individually are often looking for a way to grow more comfortable in their new ‘sober skin'. Shelby has a podcast and a Facebook group that addresses the needs of women 1-5 years into recovery who still feel like something is missing.  Shelby has 20 years in recovery and recently published her first book, Recovering in Recovery. She also spent her early years of recovery in AA and we have a refreshing conversation about 12 step programs and living beyond 12 step programs. We also talk candidly about the challenges of raising teenagers, connecting authentically with other woman and how to keep growing in recovery. Shelby is a licensed clinical social worker with a private practice where she specializes in trauma, addiction, and anxiety. With years of experience in the field, she founded Shelby John Coaching and is the happy host of the Confident Sober Women podcast. After getting sober she became a fresh, authentic voice in the sobriety space, showing women how to build confidence and love their lives beyond recovery. Shelby is the mother to three, the wife to one loving man, and has been sober since July 1, 2002. Full Show Notes Here  The SELF Experience waitlist HERE

For Recovery Month, we wanted to highlight two amazing women, Dr. Sandra Adell and Karen Lee Reddick, both in recovery from gambling addiction, and are creating spaces for other black women to share their stories. We discuss on this episode why representation in treatment and support programs matters, the stigma about women in addictions, and provide hope for black women seeking to find help and share their story.ResourcesBlack Lesbian United- https://blacklesbiansunited.org/Gamblers in Recovery- https://gamblersinrecovery.com/Problem Gambling support group for Black women- please contact- klee126@gmail.comBook- Confessions of a Slot Machine Queen- $ 23.95 with $10 shipping. Please email Dr. Sandra Adell @ saadell@wisc.edu if interested.Dr. Adell is also working on a part 2 of her book series called And Then the Casinos Came: Narratives of Gambling and Loss. If any black women struggling with problem gambling or are in recovery and would like to share your story to be in the book please contact Dr. Adell saadell@wisc.edu.

With every alcohol-free journey there is a story. Despair, loss and pain; some stories darker than others. Then there is the rising, the knowing and the triumphant coming back to oneself. Authors have told their stories in the popular genre of ‘Quit Lit' books and recovery memoirs. But there is another way to share this story - through poetry. Today's guest, Skye Nicholson has written a beautiful offering that tells the story of her journey through the healing power of alchemy. Alchemy, Skye shares in her book, is the process of transmutation, requiring a good serving of magic, faith and backbreaking conviction. Exactly like our journey to freedom on the other side of alcohol  I loved this episode with Skye which includes her reading two poems from her book: Unexpected Alchemy, Poems of Addiction and Awakening. Skye Nicholson is a certified This Naked Mind Empowerment Coach, and founded Soul's Truth Coaching in 2021.   Full Show Notes Here

As a healing community we are increasingly understanding the way trauma can get stored in our bodies, specifically our nervous systems. Dr. Alice Kerby is a doctor of physical therapy in San Diego, CA. Her specialty is working with women in recovery and people living on high alert. In this episode, Dr. Alice and Ali spend time talking about the countervortices of nature and backpacking, how to start moving, and how to stay with ourselves even when we feel overwhelmed. Dr. Alice provides helpful information about awareness and self-care as a way to manage habitual patterns that can create suffering.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/sneakypowerful/exclusive-content

Join the team as we celebrate strong women in recovery.  The ladies of Turning Point Recovery Community Center share their thoughts on recovery and addiction while having a little fun with special topics.

This week, I'm talking about old behaviors and what it really means to change 'em.   Picking up what I'm putting down; come follow me on IG at @heidibcoaching or online at www.heidibcoaching.com

Christina and I get together to collaborate on a listener inspired conversation about isolation in addiction, isolation in recovery and moving out of isolation. Isolation is something we all experience both in addiction and recovery. One of the keys to our recovery has been learning to create connections.   If you are struggling to begin recovery and need some support reach out to either one of us directly through our facebook pages, via messenger or email. Ambitious Addicts Page Broke Girl Society Page terra@ambitiousaddicts.com

Harford County Living presents Conversations with Rich Bennett, coming to you from the Freedom Federal Credit Union studios.On this episode, Rich is joined by Katelyn Shephard, the Executive Director of Homecoming Project.Homecoming Project is an eight-bed, state-certified halfway house for women recovering from alcohol and substance abuse. The mission of Homecoming Project is to provide women with a comprehensive, family-oriented program of recovery from homelessness and substance abuse in a supportive residential environment.Sponsored by UM Upper Chesapeake Medical Center and Klein Family Harford Crisis CenterRecommended podcast - Sober PoweredIf you have an idea or something or someone you would like to hear on the podcast, let us know by sending an email to podcast@harfordcountyliving.com.If you would like to be a guest on Conversations with Rich Bennett, click here.Please follow our Facebook Pages at Conversations with Rich Bennett and Harford County LivingHosted on BuzzsproutINTRODUCING... 4X THE REWARDS ON GASWith gas prices higher than ever, we wanted a way to help reduce your pain at the pump.That's why Freedom's Platinum Rewards Visa Credit Card is proud to introduce 4X the rewards on fuel.2Use your Platinum Rewards Visa when filling up your vehicle and earn 4x the rewards points. Redeem points for a wide selection of premium merchandise, gift cards to Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEFreedom Federal Credit Union HELPING YOU REACH YOUR FINANCIAL DREAMSKlein Family Harford Crisis Center If you or someone you love is struggling with addiction or a mental health issue, call now. 1-800-NDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

Join host Caroline Beidler, MSW as she talks with Annalice Argyle, Founder of TracUK and woman in recovery who lives in Middlesbrough, England, about issues that effect women in or seeking recovery from addiction, mental health, and/or trauma. Annalice also shares some ways that she has learned how to support women and why building community in recovery is so important. She has extensive experience in the substance misuse field both in community and prison environments and is a qualified trainer with a vast amount of experience facilitating and setting up mutual aid groups. Annalice has a degree in Counselling – studying CBT at the Core Model, DID qualified to work with Trauma and Disassociation with a Diploma in NLP and a 12 Step Therapist/Smart Recovery Facilitator with training in The Rewind Technique – Trauma and Phobias.Learn more about Annalice and her work with TracUK here. TRAC UK is an independent advocacy service for men and women, founded in 2015 by Annalice Argyle as a voice for people with substance misuse issues. TRAC UK also has a women only recovery service, you can visit our facebook page here.

This week's episode is one that's close to my heart.  I have always struggled with putting people in my life on pedestals and the disappointment that comes with the discovery that they are, in fact, human.  Just like me.   If you're picking up what I'm putting down over here, you can find me on Instagram @heidibcoaching

Dr Alice Kerby specializes in Somatic Experiencing Trauma Therapy and Recovery Coaching. She holds a Clinical Doctorate in Physical Therapy and is an expert in movement and working with the nervous system and body to unwind past patterns of trauma and chronic stress. Dr Alice helps her clients and students to gently touch into past trauma patterns that are stored in the body. This leads to restored resiliency in the nervous system, offering a greater ability to make choices from a place of one's essential self. As a sober woman, she is passionate about bringing these tools to women in recovery to facilitate an engaged life that is hallmarked by ease.She is an avid outdoors woman and adventurer, and is the creator and founder of The Sober Girls Hiking and Adventure Club. Her work has been featured in The Huffington Post, Somatic Experiencing International, She Recovers, the annual Women for Sobriety Conference, The Amazon Corporation and The Holistic Immunity Summit. She is a teacher, clinician, freelance writer, lover of nature, and adventurer living in San Diego, California.In This EpisodeKerbyMethodConsulting.comhttps://www.kerbymethod.com/Beyond the Pink Cloud PodcastThis show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/5739761/advertisement

For Women's History Month, we wanted to highlight two amazing women who are reclaiming their voices. Christina and Terra are both in recovery from gambling addiction, as well as advocates creating safe spaces for women in recovery to also share their story and find support. We discuss on this episode why representation in treatment matters, stigma about women in addictions, and effects on mental health.Links to Terra and Christina's podcasts:Terra's Podcast: Ambitious Addicts https://apple.co/3NqTAaeTerra's website https://terra.getgamblinghelp.org/ Christina's Podcast: The Broke Girls Society https://apple.co/36GQtKr Christina's Vodcast: The Bet Free Life https://bit.ly/36i7NphIf you or someone you know is experiencing gambling problems or is looking to stop gambling, reach out and we will help you navigate the resources available. (914-215-6440)

Join us as we kick off National Women's Month with Leah Malone! She is a woman in long-term recovery as well as the founder of Grace Recovery ATX and Emerge Recovery.

Summary: As a woman in recovery from addiction for 45 years I know about self-doubt, fear and hesitation. This session explores common feelings and struggles in long term sobriety that women can feel embarrassed to admit, but once they do and shift their perceptions – the results are amazing. They experience happiness, joy, independence and confidence, and renewed interest in their relationships. Hi, everyone. Self-doubt, fear, and hesitation versus confidence, trust, and taking bold action. Do you find yourself almost crippled by self-doubt sometimes? I know I have. How does it show up for you? Do you have conversations with your partner, and you know they're lying, but you doubt yourself? Do you notice that your boss said they support you? Of course, they do - but didn't take action to protect you from that office bully you talk to them about - and then you doubt yourself. Do you promise yourself you will exercise and diet and hesitate at that moment of implementation telling yourself, I don't know how - it's too hard? Do you often listen to the words you and others speak and when the actions don't match - you doubt yourself and stop short of acknowledging that what they are doing is the real story? Action does speak louder than words, but not to us. Our words of doubt are so loud. We can't hear the action. Today's show is how women in recovery from alcoholism or drugs show up in relationships with others and themselves that stops their spiritual growth, so get your coffee, sit back and let's get started. I'm talking to you if you've been in recovery for a number of years, you've worked the steps, you go to meetings, you do all the other things that maintains your sobriety. You've cleared that wreckage from your past, and you had that spiritual experience, knowing that you are free from the debilitating compulsion to use. You've rebuilt your life, repaired relationships, you have a stable job or a lifestyle of choice that allows you to remain clean. And you know there's more. You don't know what. You feel restless sometimes, or you've had a setback in relationships or with your finances. You go through the steps again, you talk about it with your sponsor, again. You pray about it. You turn it over; you keep doing the things that you do. You've fallen into overthinking, tolerating, and adjusting, but you don't have words to describe it till now. I've been there. I've been in recovery for 45 years and I love what the program has done for me. I'm grateful for my growth. I've been in Al-Anon for just about as long, so I'm a double winner, and I believe that's true. I'd often be trying so hard and come to this empty place inside where I didn't know what to do. I kept doing what I was doing. It wasn't giving me the happiness and freedom I wanted, but it was better than going back to using. Can you relate? If so, you suffer from what I now know is a powerful judge, a judge that interprets all your experiences through a faulty lens. I've learned that I don't know what I don't know. I don't know the questions to ask. I don't know how to achieve the happiness I see in others I compare myself to, and that really showed up in relationships for me. I was married once while using and divorced right before I got clean, actually. The second time I was clean just over a year. Then again, I married for the third time when I was clean 21 years. We're still together, 24 years later while it's been a bumpy ride sometimes and not perfect, I wouldn't trade a day of it. In between that second and third marriage, I was a single parent with five kids for 11 years. During that time, I went through several cycles of meeting someone, starting a relationship, and having it all fall apart. The longest, I think was 3 years. I would go from hopeful to crushed, full of despair, beating myself up, hating myself, wondering what I did wrong, what was wrong with me? This pain-filled cycle felt punishing and further fueled my self-doubt. Two things were in play for me, although I didn't know it at the time. Hindsight is 2020, especially when you clean up that lens and you're looking at things with a new perspective. One, while in a relationship, I didn't know how to connect, ask for what I needed, or believe that someone wanted to love and support me. I didn't trust myself to act if this relationship wasn't for me. I didn't trust myself to take care of me because what I did, what we already talked about was - I accommodated, I adjusted, I questioned my judgment instead of trusting my gut. I watched for signs the relationship was ending. I was insecure and worried; my focus was outside myself - on them. What were they doing? What did they want? How could I adjust so that they would be happy? Co-dependent? For sure. Number two, I didn't know how to discover what was inside me that was causing this cycle to repeat over and over. I didn't have self-awareness. That's the real solution, finding what's inside that generates that experience that kept repeating and repeating and repeating, deepening my despair and deepening my self-doubt. Albert Einstein said, "We cannot solve our problems with the same thinking we used when we created them." We know that in the program. We know that. We've learned that when we got cleaned up, we thought we knew everything, and we found out we didn't have a clue. Those steps that didn't apply to me, they sure applied to me. Those steps that wouldn't change my life, changed my life. As much as my sponsors and friends in the program supported me during these years, they didn't know the questions either. They often got caught up in the story with me and did not ground me in the truth. I'm not saying they didn't try. I also probably couldn't hear it. What to do? What do you want in your relationships - start there. It sounds simplistic and it's true. Most answers are simple. It's our complicated overthinking mind that wants to make it a bigger deal than it really is. Start there. You may have been given advice in the past about writing out the qualities you want in a partner. I'm suggesting you write the qualities you want to experience in your life first, who do you want to be and work on that. It's called your vision for your life. Do you want to feel loved, be autonomous and independent, supported, nurtured, cherished, confident, trust your partner, be on a journey together, and have that sense of partnership? Do you want to experience mutual respect and support each other's goals? Do you want to be courageous and take bold action in your life? I thought I was capable of that kind of relationship, but how I was showing up was looking to protect myself from hurt, dependent on outside validation, clingy, fearful, and insecure. In other words, self-centered. Ouch! That's so hard to admit, but it was the first step. Being honest with what I was bringing to the party. Learn to meditate. I did a lot of prayer, a lot of prayer, a lot of prayer. I didn't ever get real quiet and still and meditate even though the 11th step is quite clear, "Sought through prayer and meditation to improve my conscious contact with a power greater than myself." A power that may have the answers that are lacking, a source that may have some insight into who I am and how I'm showing up, and what I could do to shift that. Take the time to go deeper into your motives, gain clarity on who you are because you can't shift from that space until you've defined it. Until you have the words to define your experience. You notice I didn't use the word change. to me change means I'm not enough, something I'm doing or experiencing isn't right. It's not enough. It's wrong. That's coming from a place of lack. If I start from that place that I am enough already, just as I am, it gives me space to become aware through meditation. Remember. Become aware, see a new possibility, and take an action that aligns with what I want to experience, back to that life vision. Do I want to experience love, joy, and happiness? Get support, seek women who have asked the questions and found the answers, women who have what you want. We said that in the beginning about our recovery. Stick with people that have what you want. That's still true. Find fellow seekers who are on that deeper journey. They'll lift you up and in turn, you'll lift up others. Let me check in with you. What do you think is possible in your life? Pause, ask yourself, what is possible if I truly felt confident trusting and took that bold action? Would you experience joy? Would you start that new business, get that degree, change that job? Would you connect with your family and not talk at them but have a connection and really hear what they're trying to say and be able to express back your deepest vulnerabilities to those you love. Really have a bridge and not just talking heads, talking at each other, and not getting anywhere. That's at stake and that's what's available to you. What can you take away from today's show? Can you do one small shift, open your mind to the idea that you may have it wrong, that there may be answers you need in places that you've rejected them? How about starting with listing what you want in life and be with that? Just be with that and let it breathe. If you like this show, sign up for my newsletter at https;//tinyurl.com/vickidawnnewsletter. I'd love to have you. As I close the show remember - you create your beautiful life one moment - one step at a time.

Meet Rose Nogan CRSRose is a Certified Recovery Specialist, and Principal owner at Whitetail Sober Living.She shares her story as a person in long term recovery, then speaks to the growing need for female sober living facilitates in Luzerne and Lackawanna Counties.Rose has served as a Recovery Specialist at Marworth Treatment Center (Geisinger), and "The Recovery Bank" in downtown Scranton.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/allbetter)

In this Episode:Where do you go when you need to transition from a life of addiction to a life of sobriety? For some women, it's the landing.Today's episode of Back Porch Chats features Haley Beason's story of addiction and recovery. For so many, getting sober leads to a helping role in the lives of others wanting to end their relationship with addiction. That's exactly the path that Haley took when she and her partner opened the doors of The Landing. Their sober living home provides a haven for women in recovery.International Overdose Awareness Day is approaching fast. You can attend the event in Mobile, Alabama at Cathedral Square on August 31 starting at 5:30 PM. Join Lisa and us there to connect with others who have also suffered from drug overdose loss and to honor your loved one.    Highlights in this Episode Include:How her addiction began with pain medications prescribed after a vehicle accident at the age of 14.Manipulating doctors and family to maintain her addiction.What her family did to enable her behavior and how it wore them down.The final experience that led to her sobriety.How recovering in a sober living home led to her establishing The Landing.What living at the Landing is like. For more about The Landing:Website: https://thelanding4women.com/ To Find Out More About the International Overdose Awareness Day Event in Mobile, go to: Website: https://www.overdoseday.com/ Get More from Back Porch Chats: Visit Back Porch Chats' website www.backporchchats.com Contact Vince or Jeanna Vince@Backporchchats.com Jeanna@nowsobercoach.com Follow us on Facebook www.facebook.com/Backporchchats Connect with Jeanna Online: Follow Now Sober Coach's Facebook Page www.facebook.com/jeannafoxcoach Join the FREE Now Sober Coach Facebook group www.facebook.com/groups/sobrietycoachfox Connect on Instagram www.instagram.com/recoverywithjeanna/ Check out Now Sober's website www.nowsobercoach.com How You Can Help If you enjoy this podcast and would like to offer your support, there are three things you can do. 1.    Head over to your favorite podcast app and leave a review. 2.    Share this episode on social media. 3.    Visit our store and wear your support. Now available: Back Porch Chats Merchandise in the Now Sober Lifestyle store.    https://now-sober-life.creator-spring.com/ Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/backporchchats)

Rashidah & Hilary welcome guest Nikki Tierney, CADC, LAC as she shares her journey to wellness which takes us through addiction, recovery & wild successes. Buckle up, this woman is a FORCE!!

In Episode 10 of the SheRecovery Podcast, Crystal chats with Jenny Miller.Jenny is a pastoral counselor from the Baltimore area. She holds a Masters in Pastoral Counseling with an emphasis in Crisis & Trauma Counseling from Liberty University. In this interview, Jenny shares her own experience of navigating complex trauma. She gives advice for anyone who battles trauma, how to re-frame negative core beliefs, and what is required to heal. Jenny is an overcomer. From porn addiction, to surviving breast cancer, to a complex post-traumatic stress disorder diagnosis as the result of childhood trauma. After completing her graduate-level internship at Safe Harbor Christian Counseling, she is currently employed full-time as their Program Director. Jenny also served as volunteer Program Director for SHERecovery from 2010-2019. In 2011, her personal story of freedom was featured in Crystal's book Dirty Girls Come Clean and in 2015, she was also a contributor in Crystal's 90 Days to Wholeness devotional. And in 2021, Jenny became an ordained minister through Freedom Church where she serves on the worship team.Resources Referenced: Jenny Miller CounselingDirty Girls Come Clean by Crystal Renaud Day90 Days to Wholeness by Crystal Renaud DayBecome a SheRecovery PatronSupport SheRecovery at the ProLife Women's Conference (June 25-27, 2021)Thank you for listening to the SheRecovery Podcast - a resource of SheRecovery.com. If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with those who you think will enjoy it too. And be sure to subscribe to never miss a new episode. Visit SheRecovery.com/podcast to access the listener notes for this episode as well as to access our Patreon page. You can show your support of the SheRecovery Podcast and SheRecovery.com by becoming a patron. Patrons receive exclusive content, recovery tools, and even SheRecovery merch that is not found anywhere else. Thank you for your support and we hope you will join us again next week for a new episode of the SheRecovery Podcast. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/sherecovery)