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Welcome to the Soul Recovery Community! Join Rev. Rachel Harrison on a spiritual path to a happy and healthy life with the "Recover Your Soul" podcast. In each episode, Rev. Rachel shares powerful tools from Soul Recovery, spirituality, positive psychology, 12-step programs, and New Thought Metaphysics. This podcast is designed for anyone looking to make positive changes, whether affected in some way by addiction or dysfunctional relationships, overcoming co-dependency or people-pleasing, or ...
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Send Rev Rachel a Text Message What if the path to your true self lies in embracing your darkest moments? Join us for a transformative episode as Rev Rachel Harrison sits down with her son Bodhi to uncover his inspiring journey from addiction to currently choosing sobriety. Discover how a severe collarbone injury and subsequent depression led Bodhi…
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Send Rev Rachel a Text Message Have you ever wondered why your family members have such a unique ability to push your buttons? Join me, Rev Rachel, as we explore this fascinating phenomenon in our latest episode of the Recover Your Soul podcast. Inspired by Melody Beattie's "The Language of Letting Go," we delve into power dynamics within family re…
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Send Rev Rachel a Text Message Have you ever considered that true freedom might come from within? Join me in this powerful episode of the Recover Your Soul podcast as we uncover the depths of Soul Recovery and the power of personal freedom. Drawing from my own experiences of transcending alcoholism, codependency, and control addiction, I share how …
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Send Rev Rachel a Text Message Ever wondered how to transform that relentless inner critic into a source of strength and empowerment? In this episode, Rev Rachel shares personal stories and practical Soul Recovery tools to help you turn those harsh self-judgments into a powerful voice of courage. Through reflections on personal experiences with sel…
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Send Rev Rachel a Text Message Why do we feel the urge to criticize others? What if embracing acceptance could lead to healing and deeper connections in our lives? Join me, Rev. Rachel Harrison, as we explore these compelling questions in our latest episode. We'll dive into the roots of our judgmental tendencies, tracing them back to our upbringing…
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Send Rev Rachel a Text Message Ever wondered how criticism can actually become a tool for your personal empowerment? Join me, Rev Rachel Harrison, as I take you through my transformative journey from battling alcoholism and codependency to finding strength in self-reflection. This episode unpacks how handling criticism, whether it's coming from you…
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Send Rev Rachel a Text Message These promises were a seed planted in me by my neighbor years before I was ready for true Soul Recovery- but they spoke to what I wanted so desperately in my life and offered me a life line to what I could have if I was ready to do the work. 6 years later, I have indeed found a new freedom and a new happiness through …
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Send Rev Rachel a Text Message What if reclaiming your energy and setting boundaries could transform your life forever? Join us as we unravel the profound journey of overcoming people-pleasing, enabling, and codependency. I share my personal experiences of recovering from alcoholism and codependency, focusing on the life-changing effects of turning…
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Send Rev Rachel a Text Message Just six years ago, I was lost in the turmoil of addiction and control. However, through a profound inner journey of Soul Recovery, I discovered the serenity of detachment. Join me as we navigate the transformative path from chaos to peace, guided by Karen Casey's insights from her book "Let Go Now: Embrace Detachment…
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Send Rev Rachel a Text Message Have you ever felt like a ship lost in a storm, seeking the lighthouse of inner peace? My own voyage through the tumultuous seas of alcoholism and codependency has led me to the serene shores of Soul Recovery, thanks in no small part to the guiding lights of Al-Anon. In today's heartfelt episode, we navigate the trans…
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Send Rev Rachel a Text Message When the world seems to spin in a never-ending cycle of miscommunication and hurt, where do we find the strength to see beyond the behaviors and pain of those in our life? If 'They are as we choose to see them'- what are you choosing to see? Our latest episode is a heartfelt exploration of the transformative power tha…
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Send Rev Rachel a Text Message Join me on a transformative journey as we navigate the rich landscapes of spiritual development. With each step, we confront the challenges that shape our soul's quest for meaning. Our latest episode takes this intricate expedition and lays it before you, offering a map through the stages of spiritual growth, from the…
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Send Rev Rachel a Text Message In this heartfelt episode of "Recover Your Soul," Rev. Rachel Harrison has an intimate conversation with her adult son, Alex, who shares his experiences of growing up in an alcoholic home and his current journey towards personal growth, healing, success and happiness. The discussion covers Alex’s current substance use…
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Send Rev Rachel a Text Message Have you ever yearned for closure with someone, longing for a chance to reconcile past conflicts or hurts? Join Rev Rachel as she speaks to the power of Soul Recovery, where healing and closure come from within. Learn how to navigate through difficult situations and release the need for external validation, paving the…
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Send Rev Rachel a Text Message Have you ever felt like you're clinging too tightly to the outcomes of your actions, only to end up disappointed or stressed? Join me as I guide you through the transformative practice of detachment, a journey inspired by Karen Casey's "Let Go Now" teachings. When we use the tools and principles of spirituality and So…
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Send Rev Rachel a Text Message Have you ever found yourself intertwined in the chaos of other people's lives, trying to fix them, only to realize you've neglected your own growth? Inspired by Karen Casey's transformative work, "Let Go Now: Embrace Detachment as a Path to Freedom" and her mediation on how detachment is not making others a 'project',…
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Send Rev Rachel a Text Message I have been feeling post-vacation let down and an emotional whirlwind increased by the effects of menopause in the last month. Join me as I unveil the intimate details of my own path to self-acceptance, revealing how spirituality includes feeling the full depth of our emotions as part of the path to healing. In this h…
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Send Rev Rachel a Text Message In this episode I speak to the intricate and emotional world of parenting adult children, especially those navigating their own battles with mental health and addiction. It's a tender topic, one that resonates deeply with my personal journey - as a mother watching her sons face life's harsh trials and the necessity of…
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Send Rev Rachel a Text Message Have you ever found yourself inexplicably drawn to the chaotic whirlwind of a reality TV show, only to realize it's clouding your quest for serenity? I am no stranger to this paradox, and in today's episode, I'm sharing my own dance with drama and how it veered me off the path to inner peace. We're peeling back the la…
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Send Rev Rachel a Text Message Inspired by the 3 A's in Al-Anon: Awareness, Acceptance and Action, I am sharing these empowering tools through the lens of Soul Recovery. Bridging the realms of spiritual wisdom and real-world challenges, this conversation serves as a comforting embrace for those wrestling with codependency, shadows of addiction, or …
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Send Rev Rachel a Text Message Being on my Soul Recovery journey to shed the layers of codependency and people-pleasing has been a gradual and consistent process. The profound transformation from this inner work has brought incredible rewards to my life. Recently, my husband and I celebrated our 30th wedding anniversary with a three-week trip to In…
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Send Rev Rachel a Text Message It's hard to believe that what started as a personal battle with alcohol has blossomed into six transformative years of sobriety and Soul Recovery where I could celebrate the anniversary on an Island in Indonesia also celebrating 30 years of marriage. It can feel hopeless when we are in the depth of our suffering- but…
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Send Rev Rachel a Text Message While I am on vacation for February 2024, I wanted to share some of the powerful episodes from our book study last year for subscribers of the Bonus Recover Your Soul podcast, and have chosen some of the favorites. In this bonus episode we continue the book study of Paul Ferrini's "Crossing the Threshold from Fear to …
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Send Rev Rachel a Text Message While I am on vacation for February 2024, I wanted to share some of the powerful episodes from our book study last year for subscribers of the Bonus Recover Your Soul podcast, and have chosen some of the favorites. In this bonus episode we continue the book study of Paul Ferrini's "Crossing the Threshold from Fear to …
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Send Rev Rachel a Text Message While I am on vacation for February 2024, I wanted to share some of the powerful episodes from our book study last year for subscribers of the Bonus Recover Your Soul podcast, and have chosen some of the favorites. In this episode we explore the concept of compassion during the book study of Paul Faerrini's "Crossing …
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Send Rev Rachel a Text Message I've weathered the storm of living alongside those engulfed by the shadows of anxiety and depression with my own kids and friends as well experiencing it for myself at different times in my life. It can be very hard to stay on our healing journey and stay connected to our Higher Power when those we love, and often liv…
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Send Rev Rachel a Text Message I recall a moment that shifted my understanding of the soul's complex tapestry. It was during a session of Gestalt therapy with my husband Rich that we discovered the emotional parts that danced between us—his internal 'judge' and my 'scared little girl.' I invite you to turn within, exploring these internal landscape…
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Send Rev Rachel a Text Message Are you overwhelmed with the feelings of wanting to help and fix the people and even the world around you? It is painful to see others caught up in behaviors or emotions that are hurting them and so our first instinct is to jump into action and try to 'fix it'. In Soul Recovery, we are learning that the greatest way y…
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Send Rev Rachel a Text Message In the latest podcast episode, a member of our Facebook Soul Recovery community posted about the struggle with detachment and the challenge of relinquishing control over others' actions and energy. This topic hits close to home for many, including myself, as the constant battle against the urge to mold our surrounding…
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Send Rev Rachel a Text Message Happy New Year to the Soul Recovery community! Get ready to kick off 2024 and the 5th Season. We're diving into the world of tarot readings, exploring how these powerful cards unveil inner strength, the journey toward wholeness, and navigating life's hurdles. Rev Rachel pulled 3 cards asking for guidance for the Soul …
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Send Rev Rachel a Text Message Have you ever found yourself caught in the relentless quest for a picture-perfect Christmas, only to be left feeling exhausted and unfulfilled? Join me, Rev Rachel, on this poignant Christmas Day edition of Recover Your Soul, as we shed light on the true gifts that the holiday season brings. I share with you my person…
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Send Rev Rachel a Text Message Over 30 years, my husband Rich and I have weathered the storm of addiction, codependency, and the impact it has on a relationship. In this episode we open up about our personal journey and how it's shaped our family, emphasizing the power of individual healing, effective communication, and accepting each other's uniqu…
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Send Rev Rachel a Text Message Warning: Explicit Conversation around Sex and Porn Ever wonder if your relationship can survive a porn addiction? That's what we explore in this potent conversation with J.K Emezi, a recovered porn addict and expert in sexual compulsive disorder. We tackle the impact of porn addiction on relationships, the role of sha…
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Send Rev Rachel a Text Message Join me as I reunite with Aaron Huey, the director of the treatment center my son attended a decade ago. Aaron and I unravel the complexity of parenting in a time where mental health issues and addiction are a real challenge for so many. We highlight our experiences, reflecting on my son's journey and emphasizing the …
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Send Rev Rachel a Text Message Are you constantly playing the martyr in your relationships? We've all been there, trapped in the cycle of self-sacrifice, resentment, and exhaustion. But guess what, there's a way out, and this episode is all about guiding you to that exit. We're going to dissect the entangling webs of codependency and victimhood tha…
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Send Rev Rachel a Text Message Are you losing yourself in manipulation, whether it's you doing the manipulating or being manipulated? Are your relationships feeling unbalanced, riddled with guilt, shame, blame, or judgment? Let's journey together into this challenging terrain, as we deconstruct manipulation in relationships and the ripple effect it…
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Send Rev Rachel a Text Message Pause for a moment and consider the relationships in your life. Are they fulfilling and nurturing, or do they drain and leave you feeling empty? Perhaps you feel stuck in a cycle of toxic patterns and don't know how to break free. In this transformative episode, Harmony kwiker pulls back the curtain on her personal jo…
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Send Rev Rachel a Text Message Are you constantly falling into patterns of Al-Anon's 4 M's -mothering, managing, manipulating, and martyrdom? Do you feel you are shackled by unhealthy behaviors that hinder your personal growth and relationships? It's time to break free and step into your most Soul Recovered self! Our second episode of four continue…
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Send Rev Rachel a Text Message Are you constantly falling into patterns of Al-Anon's 4 M's -mothering, managing, manipulating, and martyrdom? Do you feel you are shackled by unhealthy behaviors that hinder your personal growth and relationships? It's time to break free and step into your most Soul Recovered self! Our first episode of four begins wi…
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Send Rev Rachel a Text Message In this episode I share a personal experience that recently happened to me when I accidentally got stoned from CBD - it was quite an eye-opening surprise. It made me realize that the even though I had no desire to be altered in any state in my conscious mind, if I am honest, the "forgetter" was in my subconscious, and…
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Send Rev Rachel a Text Message Finding balance in supporting our adult children while detaching with love can be challenging, especially when they struggle with addiction, or unhealthy behaviors. The prevalence of drugs and alcohol in the lives of young adults makes it a complex journey to dial back or quit entirely. My son, Bodhi Harrison, was bor…
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Send Rev Rachel a Text Message Ever find yourself tangled in the web of parenthood, struggling to untie the knots of codependency from your adult children? Left wondering how to set yourself free from the perceived responsibility of everyone's happiness? This candid podcast reveals the enlightening journey to uncovering codependency and the road to…
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Send Rev Rachel a Text Message Have you ever found yourself in a conversation with friends and family, reminiscing about a shared memory, only to realize that each person recalls it differently? Each one of you has a slightly or significantly different perspective on how the event looked and felt. Our unique filters, shaped by past experiences, bel…
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Send Rev Rachel a Text Message Nina Pick, renowned author of the Mind Body Guide to the Twelve Steps, takes us on a transformative journey into the depths of somatic therapy, trauma, and addiction recovery. This captivating conversation brings to light the powerful dialogue between our bodies and minds, and how understanding our internal perception…
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Send Rev Rachel a Text Message Ever felt stuck in the past, or constantly worrying about future? What if you could fully immerse yourself in the beauty and complexity of the present? This is part of the transformative journey of Soul Recovery. Throughout this episode, I share insights on how this journey has equipped me with the ability to truly be…
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Send Rev Rachel a Text Message We can feel like we are stuck or trapped in our life- that we can't get past the circumstances we have found ourselves in. However, we have the power to 'Transcend our Circumstances' by changing our perception and making small changes in how we think and act. When we make different choices, build self-awareness, and l…
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Send Rev Rachel a Text Message You've heard it said that control is an illusion, but have you ever explored what your life might look like if you truly surrendered to the flow of the universe? What would our lives look like if we surrendered those we love to the flow of the universe and allowing them to have their own experiences just as they are. …
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Send Rev Rachel a Text Message Today's enlightening conversation brings you the story of a man who seemingly had it all, but still felt a void within him. Robert Althuis, author and spiritual channeler, joins us to share his intriguing journey from material success to spiritual awakening. This episode uncovers Robert's path from a life of great wea…
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Send Rev Rachel a Text Message Feeling drained and resentful in a one-sided relationship? You're not alone. In this edition of the Recover Your Soul podcast, we tackle this issue head-on, exploring how to maintain a healthy balance when you're constantly supporting someone else. We unravel the complexities of human nature, our needs, and our relati…
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Send Rev Rachel a Text Message There are books and books about how to raise babies, how to raise toddlers, how to raise teenagers and then, once it gets to them leaving the house and going out and being adults, there aren't a lot of resources about how to let go of your adult kids. Even when we are doing our work to let them go and live independent…
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