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We are a podcast dedicated to sobriety and recovery from alcohol and drugs. (And whatever other addiction that is out there) It doesn't matter what you have been through in the past. We have all done very bad things in our addiction. This does not define who we are. We know there is a way out of addiction. Family and loved ones, you play a part in this as well. There are plenty of stories out there of families and loved ones not knowing what to do with their addicted loved one. Let us guide ...
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My name is Brad Mills, I am a Bitcoiner. I'm an average person, I just got into Bitcoin early. I'm not a coder, I look at this space from the point of view of a regular user. I believe BTC is the best form of money. It’s free speech money. Digital Gold. Programmable money for the age of the Internet, uncensorable, peer to peer cash. A new asset class, a store of value. One of the most important open source inventions of our time, gifted to the world by an anonymous creator whose identity is ...
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450: John and Bill from Enlightened Recovery
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Join our FREE FB Support group!: https://www.facebook.com/groups/realrecoverytalk Download our free guides!: https://www.realrecoverytalk.com/guides Chat with us! https://www.realrecoverytalk.com/services In this inspiring episode, we’re joined by John and Bill from Enlightened Recovery in New Jersey. Together, they share their incredible journey f…
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449: GLP-1 Medications: A Breakthrough for Alcoholism and Sobriety?
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448: Faith, Recovery, and Redemption: Ryan Laab’s Inspiring Journey
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Join our FREE FB Support group!: https://www.facebook.com/groups/realrecoverytalk Download our free guides!: https://www.realrecoverytalk.com/guides Chat with us! https://www.realrecoverytalk.com/services In this heartfelt episode, we are joined by Ryan Laab's, an associate campus pastor at Christ Fellowship Church in South Florida, who shares his …
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447: Do You Really Have to Be ‘Ready’ to Get Sober?
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Join our FREE FB Support group!: https://www.facebook.com/groups/realrecoverytalk Download our free guides!: https://www.realrecoverytalk.com/guides Chat with us! https://www.realrecoverytalk.com/services The conversation begins with a discussion on a recent study that claims selling 2/3 pints of beer instead of full pints could potentially reduce …
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446 - Tek’s Journey Through Hardships to Sobriety
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Join our FREE FB Support group!: https://www.facebook.com/groups/realrecoverytalk Download our free guides!: https://www.realrecoverytalk.com/guides Chat with us! https://www.realrecoverytalk.com/services In this episode, we’re joined by Tek, who opens up about his powerful story of sobriety. Growing up in California, Tek faced unique challenges th…
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445: Staying Sober with Realistic Goals and Strong Mental Health
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Inthis episode of Real Recovery Talk, we dive into two essential parts of early recovery: setting realistic goals and maintaining mental health. Starting out in sobriety often comes with a renewed sense of purpose, and setting goals can be exciting. But it’s easy to get carried away with big plans and forget that staying sober is the top priority. …
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444: The AA Advantage: Examining the Effectiveness of Alcoholics Anonymous in Sobriety
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Join our FREE FB Support group!: The Sobriety Network Download our free guides!: https://www.realrecoverytalk.com/guides Chat with us! https://www.realrecoverytalk.com/services In this episode, we dive into a recent study from Stanford University that sheds new light on the effectiveness of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) in helping individuals achieve l…
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443: Recognizing and Preventing Relapse: Signs, Symptoms, and Strategies for Staying Sober
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442: Dominic Scalzo on Fitness, Health, and Overcoming Challenges
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441: Getting Clean and Sober at 20 years old: Heather’s Journey to Sobriety and Service
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Join our FREE FB Support group!: The Sobriety Network Download our free guides!: https://www.realrecoverytalk.com/guides Chat with us! https://www.realrecoverytalk.com/services In this episode of Real Recovery Talk , Heather takes us through her path to sobriety, sharing the unique challenges she faced while getting clean at such a young age in New…
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440: Sponsorship 101: Guiding the Path to Recovery
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439 - Redefining Faith and Sobriety: Daniel’s Path to Lasting Recovery
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Join our FREE FB Support group!: The Sobriety Network Download our free guides!: https://www.realrecoverytalk.com/guides Chat with us! https://www.realrecoverytalk.com/services In this episode, we sit down with Daniel, who opens up about his journey to sobriety and the unexpected challenges he faced along the way. Daniel shares how his Christian fa…
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438: Alexander’s Journey: Suboxone, Abstinence Based Recovery, Getting Clean at a young age
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Join our FREE FB Support group!: The Sobriety Network Download our free guides!: https://www.realrecoverytalk.com/guides Chat with us! https://www.realrecoverytalk.com/services In this episode, we welcome Alexander to share his powerful story of overcoming addiction at such a young age. As he completes the program here at Rock Recovery Center, Alex…
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437 - Faith, Spirituality, and Sobriety: Finding Balance in Recovery
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07Join our FREE FB Support group!: The Sobriety Network Download our free guides!: https://www.realrecoverytalk.com/guides Chat with us! https://www.realrecoverytalk.com/services In this episode, we dive deep into the role of religion within the sobriety journey and explore how it fits into 12-step programs. We discuss our own thoughts on the inter…
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436 - Overcoming Codependency with Dani La barrie, LCSW
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435 : Living Pain-Free in Recovery with Dr. Jordan Zabriski
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434 - Steve C: Relapse, Health Struggles, and Finding Balance Through Yoga
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Join our FREE FB Support group!: The Sobriety Network Download our free guides!: https://www.realrecoverytalk.com/guides Chat with us! https://www.realrecoverytalk.com/services In this episode of Real Recovery Talk, we sit down with Steve, who shares his journey through recovery, relapse, and finding a new path to wellness. After multiple years of …
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433 - Essential Supplements for Recovery from Alcoholism and Drug Addiction
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Join our FREE FB Support group!: The Sobriety Network Download our free guides!: https://www.realrecoverytalk.com/guides Chat with us! https://www.realrecoverytalk.com/services In this episode of Real Recovery Talk, we explore the important role that proper nutrition and supplementation play in the recovery process from alcoholism and drug addictio…
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432 - Marijuana and Recovery: Does it exist?
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431 - What causes us to drink alcoholically: Russ L. story of redemption
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Join our FREE FB Support group!: The Sobriety Network Download our free guides!: https://www.realrecoverytalk.com/guides Chat with us! https://www.realrecoverytalk.com/services In this special episode of Real Recovery Talk, we welcome long-time listener Russ Lusk, who traveled all the way from Texas to share his powerful story. Russ opens up about …
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430 - Michael’s Transformation – Overcoming Anger and Embracing Sobriety
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Please join our FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ Get your FREE GUIDE: https://www.realrecoverytalk.com/guide In this episode of Real Recovery Talk, we share the story of Michael, who came into Rock Recovery Center angry and skeptical of the idea of sobriety. Initially resistant to the process, Michael eventually embraced the treatment jou…
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429 - 5 Alarming Dangers of Alcohol Alternatives You Need to Know
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Please join our FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ Get your FREE GUIDE: https://www.realrecoverytalk.com/guide In this episode of Real Recovery Talk, we dive into the often-overlooked risks of alcohol alternatives and non-alcoholic beer. While these products may seem like a safe option for those in recovery, they can actually keep you conne…
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428 - It is NEVER TO LATE to get SOBER!
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Join our FREE FB Support group!: The Sobriety Network Download our free guides!: https://www.realrecoverytalk.com/guides Chat with us! https://www.realrecoverytalk.com/services In this inspiring episode of Real Recovery Talk, we sit down with Will, who got sober at the age of 62 after a long battle with addiction. Will shares his journey, discussin…
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427 - The REAL Difference Between Recovery and Mental Health with Josh Katz
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Please join our FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ Get your FREE GUIDE: https://www.realrecoverytalk.com/guide In this episode of Real Recovery Talk, we are joined by Josh Katz, Vice President of Business Development for Harmony Hills mental health facility in Florida. Josh opens up about his personal recovery journey, sharing the challenge…
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426 - Overcoming Hardships in Sobriety: Aaron and Nikki from Boca Detox
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Please join our FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ Get your FREE GUIDE: https://www.realrecoverytalk.com/guide In this powerful episode of Real Recovery Talk, we welcome Aaron and Nikki from Boca Detox to share their deeply personal stories of overcoming challenges in sobriety. Nikki, who is eight months pregnant with her first child in rec…
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5 steps to helping your loved one: https://www.realrecoverytalk.com/guide Chat with us! https://www.realrecoverytalk.com/services In this episode of Real Recovery Talk, we sit down with Tyler, who shares his incredible journey of sobriety and how he has maintained it up to this point. Tyler opens up about his battle with addiction while growing up …
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424 - You DO NOT have to do a 12 Step Program: BUT you better do something!
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423 - Aaron Clark IFBB Pro: Opiate Addiction, Drugs used while Bodybuilding, Kratom
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422 - Holding Boundaries and Letting Go: A Message for Families
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In this episode of Real Recovery Talk, Ben and I address an important topic for families and loved ones supporting someone in recovery: holding boundaries and understanding that it’s okay if your loved one isn't reaching out as much. We explain how, oftentimes, when someone in recovery goes silent, it can mean they are in a growth phase, focusing o…
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421 - Mike Harper’s Journey – Why Total Abstinence is the Key to Sobriety
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420 - Destiny’s Transformation: From Addiction to Aspiring Nurse
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419 - Understanding Codependency Ben Harrison and Nicole Montgomery
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In this episode of Real Recovery Talk, we explore the intricate dynamics of codependency with guests Ben Harrison and licensed mental health counselor Nicole Montgomery. Together, we take a deep dive into the roots of codependency, how it impacts relationships, and why it’s crucial to address for both individuals in recovery and their loved ones. R…
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418 - Testosterone Replacement, Semaglutide, Entrepreneurship and More: Zach Breakey
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417 - Breaking Old Rituals and Creating New Ones in Sobriety
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416 - DO NOT DO TO MUCH FOR YOUR RECOVERY!
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5 steps to helping your loved one: https://www.realrecoverytalk.com/guide Chat with us! https://www.realrecoverytalk.com/services In this episode of Real Recovery Talk, we explore the concept of balance in recovery, using the metaphor of a pie chart to illustrate where you're putting most of your efforts. We discuss the importance of dedicating suf…
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415 - When Supporting Becomes Sacrificing – Finding Balance in Helping a Loved One
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414 - Elizabeth’s Journey to Long Lasting Sobriety: Where she went wrong and what she did about it
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413 - Navigating the Path to Sobriety – Three Approaches for Helping Your Loved One
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412 - Ayahuasca, Suboxone, Relationships: None of these kept Jackie Sober
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411 - The Vital Role of Physical Health in Sobriety
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5 steps to helping your loved one: https://www.realrecoverytalk.com/guide Join our Family Re-Connect Program: https://www.realrecoverytalk.com/reconnect In this episode of Real Recovery Talk, we explore the critical connection between physical health and the journey to sobriety. Taking care of our bodies is not just a part of recovery; it’s a corne…
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410 - Finding Sobriety Behind Bars: Dustin serving an 18 year prison sentence
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409 - From the Streets to Sobriety: Kaitlyn's Story
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5 steps to helping your loved one: https://www.realrecoverytalk.com/guide Join our Family Re-Connect Program: https://www.realrecoverytalk.com/reconnect In this compelling episode of Real Recovery Talk, we hear from Kaitlyn, who recently celebrated just over one year of sobriety from drugs and alcohol. Kaitlyn’s journey has been anything but easy; …
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408 - James and Robyn’s Journey Through Addiction and Marriage
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407 - Stage 4 colon cancer to Sobriety and Transformation: Jimbo
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406 - Tyler's Journey from drug addict to 9 years clean and sober
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405 - A Marine's Journey to Lasting Sobriety: Felix Story
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404 - Addict Manipulation: Signs and Symptoms of being manipulated!
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5 steps to helping your loved one: https://www.realrecoverytalk.com/guide Join our Family Re-Connect Program: https://www.realrecoverytalk.com/reconnect In this episode of Real Recovery Talk, Ben and I discuss addict manipulation and what to look out for. Often times people are being manioulated and they dont even know it! Manipulation could be hap…
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403 - How we practice patience and self-care on a day to day basis
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402 - Navigating Cravings: Strategies for Managing Substance Abuse
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401 - Marshall's Story: A Journey to Long-Term Sobriety
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5 steps to helping your loved one: https://www.realrecoverytalk.com/guide Join our Family Re-Connect Program: https://www.realrecoverytalk.com/reconnect In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Marshall, who has just completed his first treatment program at Rock Recovery Center. Marshall shares his courageous journey, detailing the challenges he…
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