Best Alcoholrecovery Podcasts (2024)

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Alcohol - The Stages of Withdrawal and Hierarchy of Recovery (Ep. 346) 29:52

22h ago29:52

29:52

Chris Scott provides deep insights into The Science and Stages of Alcohol Withdrawal Syndrome and The Art of Using The Hierarchy of Recovery. In this episode, you'll hear Chris explain these fundamental concepts in a way that makes sense. For someone who wants to recover from alcohol use disorder (AUD) but hasn't achieved their goal yet, learning t…

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The GABA Deficiency-Alcoholism Connection (Ep. 345) 15:49

9d ago15:49

15:49

SO MANY PEOPLE need to know about "The Relationship Between Low GABA and Alcohol Addiction." It’s a vicious relationship where each disorder can cause and affect the other. For example, someone with a GABA bankruptcy in their brain might have intense cravings for red wine every evening after work and then become alcohol-addicted after a few months …

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The "13th Step" in Alcoholics Anonymous 23:24

20d ago23:24

23:24

The euphemism "13th-stepping" refers to the longstanding and long-tolerated practice of 12-step members (mostly men) hitting on and trying to date or have sex with other members (usually women) in their first year of sobriety. In episode 344, you'll discover how widespread and damaging this behavior is in America, how to protect yourself if you att…

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How Service-to-Others Helps You Transcend Alcohol Addiction and Transform Your Life 35:02

20d ago35:02

35:02

Researchers found that the "Service-to-Others” strategy can help you to stay alcohol-free long-term while decreasing depression and anxiety, increasing life satisfaction, better social functioning, and better mental health. The service-to-others path for staying alcohol-free can help you to: Quit Drinking and Stay Alcohol-Free Find Your Purpose Ele…

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How To Stay Alcohol-Free For a VERY Long Time & Find Success in Recovery (Ep. 342) 26:32

29d ago26:32

26:32

Recently, a Fit Recovery group coaching client asked Matt if he could talk about "Tips and strategies for staying in long-term recovery and finding success in sobriety." In this episode of Elevation Recovery, you'll hear Matt's response to the question. Here is what you'll learn about: The Stages of Change The Phases of Recovery Permanently "In Rec…

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The Alcohol-Energy Addiction Connection (Ep. 341) 13:05

1M ago13:05

13:05

Learn about the widespread yet rarely talked about phenomenon that Matt Finch has termed The Alcohol-Energy Addiction Connection. Ethanol (alcohol) is a central nervous system (CNS) depressant class of drug. This means that it slows down your brain, heart, and respiratory function. Since alcohol slows down the operations of the brain and body, why …

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The 4 Root Causes of Addiction and The Top 7 Obstacles To Recovery (Ep. 340) 17:22

1M ago17:22

17:22

Learn the secrets to underlying causes of addiction and the top obstacles to long-term recovery. Most people try to recover from addiction while they're simultaneously lacking key information that can make the process and challenge much less confusing, scary, and difficult. In this episode, Matt Finch provides you with two paramount concepts: The 4…

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All About The Pro-Recovery Diet (Ep. 339) 31:37

2M ago31:37

31:37

Learn about the most effective nutritional strategies for Alcohol or Drug Detox, Healing, Relapse Prevention, and Recovery in this clip from an epic live class by Matt Finch. The new program is Mastering Supplements For Alcohol Recovery.; a six-week deep dive into the biochemical pillar of addiction and recovery. In this episode, Matt Finch is teac…

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All About Bio-Therapies For Alcohol/Drug Withdrawal, Healing, and Recovery (Ep. 338) 37:17

2M ago37:17

37:17

Learn about the most exciting and effective Bio-Therapies for Alcohol or Drug Detox and Recovery in this clip from the Live Week 1 Class of Mastering Supplements For Alcohol Recovery. In this episode, Matt Finch is teaching a live Zoom class that went on for three hours on February 13, 2024. The clip you're going to hear has EPIC information on all…

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How To FULLY Heal From Trauma - In Mind, Brain, Body and Spirit (Ep. 337) 26:13

2M ago26:13

26:13

Learn The 7 Impacts of Trauma and How Trauma Happens In the Mind, Brain, Body, AND Spirit. Matt Finch shares an EPIC and proven three-step process for mind/body/spirit trauma healing totality. This episode of Elevation Recovery comes from a portion of a course and group coaching program called Make Alcohol Moot Again With Mindset Mastery. Unresolve…

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Anthony Hopkins at Alcoholics Anonymous Speaker Meeting Sharing His Alcohol Recovery Story (Ep. 336) 32:34

3M ago32:34

32:34

Anthony Hopkins, one of the greatest actors of all time, shares his story of alcoholism and recovery at an Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) Speaker Meeting. In this speech, Anthony Hopkins shares what alcoholism was like, what happened, and what his life is like now. Here is an overview of his story: His love and obsession with alcohol The progression of …

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How To Create Your "Miracle Morning" Routine for Addiction Recovery (Ep. 335) 32:41

3M ago32:41

32:41

Learn how to create a proactive morning routine for addiction recovery by using The Miracle Morning Program developed by Hal Elrod. In this episode, Matt Finch provides you with an informative overview of how to use the Life S.A.V.E.R.S for addiction recovery. The Life S.A.V.E.R.S framework is simple and highly effective. It's also holistic and add…

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The WORST Alcohol-Induced Blackout Behavior SHAME I Have Experienced... By FAR (Ep. 334) 6:08

3M ago6:08

6:08

Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD) often comes with alcohol-induced blackouts. In this mini-episode, you'll hear how on Independence Day of 2005, Matt Finch was blacked out by noon on a crowded beach in his hometown. The last thing that Matt remembers from that day is arriving at the Fourth of July beach party drunk and walking straight toward his friend h…

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Charlie Sheen Sober: Says "Shame Shivers" Help Him Stay in Recovery (Ep. 333) 19:44

3M ago19:44

19:44

Charlie Sheen is sober and says using "Shame Shivers" is what helps him stay in recovery. Learn more about this relapse prevention technique inside. In this episode, you’ll learn how to use a powerful Relapse Prevention Technique (RPT) for early recovery. If it's strong enough to help Sheen stay addiction-free, it's probably strong enough for you! …

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How To Quit Drinking Alcohol In 2024 [3 Proven Pathways To Recovery] (Ep. 332) 9:35

4M ago9:35

9:35

Learn how to transcend addiction in 2024 by utilizing one or more Pathways To Recovery. In this episode, Matt Finch provides an in-depth "Menu" of recovery resources that can help you navigate the options with greater skill and ease. Here is what you're going to learn: Topic: How To Quit Drinking Alcohol In 2024 (3 Proven Pathways To Recovery) The …

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How To Stay Alcohol-Free During The Holidays (Ep. 331) 55:09

4M ago55:09

55:09

In this timely re-upload (slightly abridged and optimized), Chris Scott and Matt Finch discuss strategies and tactics for not drinking alcohol/poisoning yourself during the holidays. Advertisements, friends, and family... it can be difficult to not succumb to peer pressure or even slip into solitary drinking during the holidays and especially over …

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The Science Of Recovery Capital - Where Do We Go From Here? (Ep. 330) 32:05

5M ago32:05

32:05

Recovery Capital is the breadth and depth of internal and external resources that can be drawn upon to initiate and sustain recovery from severe drug and alcohol problems. In this episode, Matt Finch provides Recovery Capital articles, information, education, assessments, and other resources that, combined, will help you to have a good understandin…

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Why Highly Sensitive People are Highly Prone to Addiction (Ep. 329) 33:59

5M ago33:59

33:59

Matt Finch goes deep into the world of Highly Sensitive People and Empaths and why they can be highly prone to alcohol and drug addiction. In this episode, you'll learn about several interrelated topics, including the Highly Sensitive Person (HSP), the Empath, the Highly Sensitive Empath, and why these human biological innate traits can increase ad…

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Why is addiction treatment in the U.S. stuck in the "Dark Ages" (Ep. 328) 55:40

6M ago55:40

55:40

Matt Finch goes deep into the main issues people on drugs and alcohol are facing when it comes to mainstream treatment options. This episode is actually a chapter from Matt's in-progress book and it exposes the severe and numerous problems with substance use disorder treatment in the U.S. You'll learn why Matt Finch calls the present day the dark a…

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How Nico Morales Transcended Alcohol AND Opioid Addiction then Dedicated His Life to Service (Ep. 327) 35:12

6M ago35:12

35:12

Matt Finch interviews Nico Morales, founder of No Halo, about his story of surviving the opioid epidemic and addiction, alcohol addiction, and mind/body/spirit recovery plus creating a life of service to others. In this episode, the audio for the guest has portions where it's low volume or inaudible due to wind and being outdoors. Yet, most of the …

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Mamoon's Story Part 2 - Featuring Nova and the Creation of 14 Step Recovery (Ep. 326) 1:05:41

6M ago1:05:41

1:05:41

Matt Finch interviews Mamoon from episode 324 for an exciting part 2 featuring his wife, Nova, and the creation of 14 Step Recovery. This episode won't make much sense unless you listen to episode 324 first! To begin, Nova (Mamoon's wife) talks about her addiction in Detroit and longing for something more customized for her needs than AA meetings. …

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TRANSCEND alcohol... Using The INFINITE POWER of Your Subconscious Mind | Dr. Joseph Murphy | Ep 325 22:18

7M ago22:18

22:18

Matt Finch reads some transformational alcohol recovery testimonials along with the strategies they used prescribed by Dr. Joseph Murphy. In this episode, you'll hear a few real-life examples of people quitting drinking and using drugs using the power of their subconscious minds. Dr. Joseph Murphy's prescriptions for harnessing the subconscious pot…

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From Xanax Gummy Addiction To Wilderness Therapy To Self-Directed Recovery - This is Mamoon's Story (Ep. 324) 1:35:22

7M ago1:35:22

1:35:22

Matt Finch interviews Hunter ("Mamoon"), founder of 14 Step, about his severe addiction to using Xanax Gummies and other benzos and how he recovered. Mamoon became addicted soon after beginning Xanax gummies and says they helped him to breathe when normally it was hard to breathe due to so much anxiety. After multiple run-ins with the police and co…

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The Transformational Alcohol Recovery and Sober Vibes of Courtney Andersen (Ep. 323) 47:54

7M ago47:54

47:54

Matt Finch interviews Courtney Andersen about her journey of alcohol recovery and helping other women on their journeys, too. Courtney is a Sober Coach, podcast host and YOUR personal sober cheerleader. She's the Founder of National Sober Day (9/14), and the Founder of Sober Vibes, an online support community for recovery and sober-curious women of…

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9-Supplement Stack that Supercharges Detox and Relapse Prevention (Ep. 322) 16:49

7M ago16:49

16:49

Using Dr. Gant's book End Your Addiction Now, Matt Finch discusses the highly important yet almost always overlooked second element of Phase 2 of recovery - Detoxification. There are 2 factors in Detox. One detoxes the substance out of their body of course, but general detoxification done simultaneously can greatly increase your health and relapse …

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Get & STAY FREE from Addiction - With Serenity, Courage, and Wisdom (Ep. 321) 33:12

8M ago33:12

33:12

Matt Finch takes you on a DEEP Dive Breakdown of the Serenity Prayer in this fascinating episode. You'll learn how to rewire your brain, optimize your mind, and harness your spiritual power by a process that results in Living the Serenity Prayer and embodying the being-ness of Serentiy, Courage, and Wisdom. Here are the main topics discussed in Epi…

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Addiction to Divisive Politics is at an All-Time High (Ep. 320) 27:29

8M ago27:29

27:29

Matt Finch discusses the multidimensional dynamics of why divisive politics has addicted so many people in recent years. Overview of the main topics discussed: What is divisive politics? Why are divisive politics so addicting? What are the negative consequences of participating in it? How to untether yourself from 'doomscrolling' How to develop a h…

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'The Path Of Aloneness' as an Addiction Recovery Path for Some (Ep. 319) 8:48

8M ago8:48

8:48

Matt Finch shares the life and teachings of Miyamoto Musashi, one of history's most legendary warriors. Miyamoto Musashi is well known for his book The Book of Five Rings, in which he discusses the art of samurai swordsmanship. But what many people don't know is that Miyamoto Musashi also spent a great deal of time writing about life and living. Wh…

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Here's an 'Accelerated Wellness Protocol' that helped me stay addiction-free in the early days (Ep. 318) 19:36

9M ago19:36

19:36

Matt Finch opens up about his experience using the 'Accelerated Wellness Protocol' from Jeff Primack during the early days of his post-addiction life. In this episode, you'll learn how the Accelerated Wellness Protocol works and will hear Matt's testimonial of the results he got as well as some of the other pros and cons. Using a blend of therapies…

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Fit Recovery and the Surging Popularity of Nutrition-Centered Approaches (Ep. 317) 59:54

9M ago59:54

59:54

In this episode, you'll hear a lecture given by Chris Scott for the Alliance for Addiction Solutions back in 2021, on Fit Recovery and the story behind it, how Chris transcended alcohol use disorder, supplements and diet tips, and much more. In this training, you'll learn about how Chris Scott became addicted to alcohol, how he couldn't stop drinki…

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Guided Meditation for Transcending Addiction (Ep. 316) 19:36

9M ago19:36

19:36

This is a powerful meditation that helps to reprogram your subconscious mind and keep your brain's reticular activating system (RAS) focused on the goal of overcoming addiction. The RAS works like a heat-seeking missile. By keeping your RAS focused on the target of recovering from addiction, you'll have a much better chance of achieving your goal. …

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Why I LOVE "Vitamin G" for Addiction Recovery AND Mental Health Optimization (Ep. 315) 23:54

9M ago23:54

23:54

Matt Finch shares research and personal testimony into the use of grounding (aka "earthing") for physical and mental health optimization. In this episode, you'll learn about grounding therapy and why it works, the benefits you can expect, how Vitamin G (Grounding) is a missing link to health and a major reason that rates of inflammation are so high…

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The "DAP on Tap" Alcohol Reframe Technique (Ep. 314) 25:07

10M ago25:07

25:07

Matt Finch shares POWERFUL lessons on Reframing Alcohol... including myriad other helpful tips and insights and resources stemming from a recent, creative epiphany he received on a barefoot sunshine nature walk ("DAP on Tap!"). You'll learn the "Dap on Tap" Alcohol Reframe Technique (ART) that Matt created as well as simple steps to get benefits fr…

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Atheist Overdoes AND Goes To Heaven; Shown Soul's Pre-Life Planning & Contract | NDE (Ep. 313) 37:23

10M ago37:23

37:23

Betty Guadagno (Buddha Betty) shares her story of overdosing and going to the afterlife, where she was very shocked coming from her atheist belief system. She realizes that her beliefs were totally wrong after learning that Life after Death, Heaven, and Souls all really exist. Betty had a spiritually transformative experience in March of 2019. She …

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How to Outgrow Addiction with Biochemistry, Growth, and Contribution (Ep. 312) 1:03:57

10M ago1:03:57

1:03:57

In this episode, you'll hear a lecture given by Matt Finch for the Alliance for Addiction Solutions back in 2017, on outgrowing addiction with key supplements and dietary guidelines, exercise and personal development, growth, spirituality, and contribution. In this training, you'll learn about various different supplements from amino acids and vita…

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How to Easily Stay Alcohol-Free (AF) After Quitting (Ep. 311) 1:03:44

11M ago1:03:44

1:03:44

Due to vast differences in human values, personalities, world views, beliefs, culture, faith, desires, goals, preferences, addiction severity, level of care (LOC) needed, resources, experiences, upbringing, knowledge, addiction/recovery philosophy, access to meetings and support, IQ, EQ, and countless other variables, AA seems to work better than a…

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Fortify Recovery from Addiction with "The 7 Hermetic Principles" (Ep. 310) 27:53

11M ago27:53

27:53

Augment and strengthen recovery from addiction by learning about and working with the 7 Hermetic Principles. These principles are natural laws of the universe. In this episode, you'll learn about Hermetic Philosophy and The 7 Hermetic Principles as described in THE KYBALION (1908) By Three Initiates. The Seven Principles of Hermetic Philosophy are …

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Audio-therapies for Addiction, Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, Insomnia, and Pain (Ep. 309) 24:56

11M ago24:56

24:56

Learn how to harness the power of audio-therapeutics, audio-therapy stacking, and augmenting addiction recovery even more. Audio therapy is such a healing modality and there is a plethora of research on the many benefits of it for things like mood, focus, insomnia, anxiety, depression, pain, and much more. Overview of the main topics in this episod…

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Optimization-Focused Addiction Recovery is a Game Changer (Ep. 308) 44:32

11M ago44:32

44:32

OFAR or Optimization-Focused Addiction Recovery is so strategic and effective that it's a shame more people aren't aware of this optimization-centered approach. In this episode, Matt Finch gives you the foundation and principles of OFAR and several examples so that you too can benefit from this game changer for addiction treatment and recovery. Ove…

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The Phases of Addiction Recovery - Part 2 (Ep. 307) 52:44

12M ago52:44

52:44

This episode begins with a brief and helpful review of the Phases of Addiction Recovery Model, then Matt Finch provides with you very detailed examples of people going through these phases. Each example is unique and in-depth and helps you to gain insights into how this system works and how you can use it for yourself in the most efficacious way po…

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The Phases of Addiction Recovery - Part 1 (Ep. 306) 51:52

12M ago51:52

51:52

By learning this Phases of Addiction Recovery Model, you'll be much better equipped to go from a state of addiction to a state of recovery. In this episode, Matt Finch provides you with the step-by-step process that empowers you and gives you a competitive advantage at starting and finishing the process of preparing, detoxing, repairing, rewiring, …

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How to Buy Low-Budget Recovery Foods and Supplements During Inflation (Ep. 305) 1:12:27

12M ago1:12:27

1:12:27

Learn in-depth strategies for purchasing low-budget foods and supplements for detox and recovery during times of inflation and economic recession. Matt Finch provides you with a plethora of valuable info on macro-nutrients, micro-nutrients, addiction recovery and relapse prevention diets, and relevant resources that you'll absolutely love. Overview…

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We're Back! Here's What's Up... (Ep. 304) 1:10:28

1y ago1:10:28

1:10:28

Elevation Recovery returns after an extended break. Matt Finch's solo-cast will dive deep into what has been going on, the reason for the break, what is new with the podcast and moving forward, and a few different topics that you won't want to miss. The main topics you'll learn about are: Geopolitics and Society Breakdown (Prophecy, Conspiracy, Pol…

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Drunkenness: An Exercise in Madness (Ep. 303) 55:21

1y ago55:21

55:21

Chris Scott and Matt Finch discuss the quote by the Greek philosopher, Pythagoras, and the implications of drunkenness leading to madness. The madness can come in the form of mistakes, inebriation, disconnect, lack of problem-solving and cognitive abilities, and so on. Chris and Matt talk about their personal experiences, how to recover from the fe…

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Binaural Beats Therapy for Addiction Recovery (Ep. 302) 17:39

1y ago17:39

17:39

In this minisode, Matt Finch discusses binaural beats therapy, what it is, and how it can help with addiction, insomnia, mental health and anxiety, and more. He reads from an article discussing the topic, talks about his own experience using binaural beats as a form of therapy, and offers some of his favorite binaural beats music and therapy.…

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The Journey of a Sober Mama – Ft. Rachael Shephard (Ep. 301) 51:54

1y ago51:54

51:54

Chris Scott interviews Rachael Shephard, the founder and director of Sober Mama, a UK-based recovery coaching program. They talk about Rachael's story of addiction, heavy drinking, British culture, and motherhood. They also discuss her recovery journey, how she designed The Freedom Programme, and how she became the SoberMama. About Rachael Shephard…

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The Addiction Recovery Transformation – Ft. Suffer To Tougher (Ep. 300) 1:04:54

1+ y ago1:04:54

1:04:54

Matt Finch interviews Marc R, aka Suffer To Tougher on Youtube. They discuss Marc's story of drug addiction, overdoses, chasing the high, and how it progressed to needing the drug, not for the high, but to not feel sick. They also cover Marc's transformation and inspirational recovery story.By Chris Scott & Matt Finch

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The Ups & Downs of Alcohol Recovery – Ft. JohnnyO (Ep. 299) 1:20:15

1+ y ago1:20:15

1:20:15

Chris Scott interviews John O'Connor, AKA JohnnyO, a client of Fit Recovery. They go over his introduction to alcohol, rehab, detox, and first-hand testimonials of the journey to alcohol recovery through the use of fitness, biochemistry, and nutrient repair.By Chris Scott & Matt Finch

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Hyperbolic Discounting: The Invisible Force Preventing Addiction Recovery (Ep. 298) 34:34

1+ y ago34:34

34:34

Matt Finch discusses the concept of hyperbolic discounting, the act of discounting future delayed gratifications in favor of short-term gratification. We all have the tendency to default to this train of thinking. Because of this, Matt provides tips and strategies to delay gratification in order to have a healthier recovery and lifestyle in the lon…

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How To Get Through the Holidays in Recovery (Ep. 297) 58:39

1+ y ago58:39

58:39

Chris Scott and Matt Finch discuss strategies for overcoming the holiday season while recovering from alcohol and addiction. With the pressure from advertisements, friends, and family, it can be difficult to not succumb to peer pressure. With these strategies such as sleep, nutrient repair, and so on, recovery can be maintained!…

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