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Welcome to all sober curious, addicts, alcoholics, survivors, family members, old timers and newcomers. We are recovering out loud to end the suffering in silence. Join our host Dora who walked away from drinking and drugging after 30 years and is on a mission to normalize conversations around addiction, mental health issues and alcoholism with the Soberoso™ Podcast. Each week Dora openly shares her own experiences or invites guests on the show who tell us about their lives before and after ...
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Welcome to a peaceful escape with "Campfire at Daybreak." In this episode, immerse yourself in the soothing ambiance of a campfire gently crackling as the first light of dawn breaks through the trees. Feel the warmth of the fire and the tranquility of the early morning as you listen to the harmonious sounds of nature waking up around you. This calm…
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Immerse yourself in the soothing sounds of a sunrise in the forest. We invite you to start or end your day with the tranquil melodies of chirping birds, rustling leaves, and the gentle awakening of nature. This audio experience is designed to calm your mind, bring peace to your soul, and connect you with the simple beauty of the natural world. Whet…
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A High-Functioning Alcoholic's Journey to Sobriety
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Join host Dora Gosselin on the Soberoso Podcast for an inspiring conversation with special guest Coach David Greer from Vancouver, Canada. David, a successful entrepreneur, opens up about his experience as a professional alcoholic and the challenges of being a high-functioning drinker. His ability to excel in his career while battling alcohol depen…
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Graves Into Gardens: Letting the Dead Bury the Dead
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Step into the latest episode of the Soberoso Podcast, where Dora bravely unpacks her therapeutic journey. After enduring months on a waitlist and undergoing half a dozen therapy sessions that courageously confronted past traumas, she found herself grappling with doubts about continuing. Dora shares how a profound revelation ultimately led her to ma…
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Navigating Through Loss and Sobriety With Chastity
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In this episode of the Soberoso podcast, we're honored to have Chastity join us from Kansas City, Missouri, sharing her remarkable journey from battling alcoholism to discovering strength in sobriety and faith. With candor and courage, Chastity reflects on her early struggles, a pivotal moment shaped by an act of desperation, and the highs and lows…
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Setting boundaries matters because they're the guardrails of our well-being. They define the limits of acceptable behavior, protecting our mental, emotional, and physical health. When we establish boundaries, we honor ourselves and communicate our needs, fostering healthier relationships. They also prevent burnout, reduce stress, and promote self-r…
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In this compelling second part of Stevie's interview, we dive deeper into her difficult journey to sobriety. Her story takes an extraordinary turn as we learn how her friends became the lifeline she desperately needed, literally saving her life by putting her on a plane to San Antonio's International Convention on July 1st, 2010. As Stevie reflects…
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The Battle of Blackouts: Stevie's Journey to Sobriety
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In this episode of "The Battle of Blackouts," we're joined by our special guest and friend Stevie B. from Phoenix, Arizona, with thirteen years of sobriety. Stevie's journey through addiction is a candid exploration of her battle with alcoholism. From her early days of not fitting in and seeking comfort in alcohol to her struggles with the law, thi…
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In this episode, we delve deep into the world of addiction, offering a comprehensive guide to identify the 5 crucial signs that might indicate you or a loved one is struggling with addiction. From increased tolerance to the challenges of withdrawal, we break down the key markers you need to be aware of. Join us in this candid conversation as we sha…
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Welcome to "Anxiety Relief Through Meditation," your guide to finding peace and tranquility in the midst of life's challenges. In this podcast, we explore the powerful techniques of breath work and a full body scan to help you alleviate anxiety and stress. Hosted by Dora Gosselin, this episode offers a soothing journey into mindfulness and self-dis…
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Ellen joins us from White Rock BC to share her journey of how casual gatherings with Moms over cups of tea turned to glasses of wine, eventually leading her to confront her drinking problem and acknowledge her struggle with alcoholism. After a challenging experience of being locked up in a psych ward, she embarked on a path of sobriety. In this ins…
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In the second part of this enlightening Soberoso podcast interview, Trauma Integration Coach Marcel delves deeper into the topic of destructive patterns and their impact on our lives. Drawing from his expertise and personal experiences, Marcel sheds light on the role of the nervous system in shaping our behaviors and responses to triggers. Follow M…
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Marcel is a Trauma Integration Coach who specializes in helping individuals who have experienced overwhelming life traumas. Having gone through his own complex trauma and successfully processed and integrated it into his life, he now assists others in doing the same. His personal journey includes a series of traumatic events. His earliest memories …
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Join us with these soul-nurturing affirmations that will awaken your inner light and help you cultivate a deep sense of self-love. From embracing your unique qualities to releasing self-doubt, guilt, and shame, our affirmations will guide you towards a place of unconditional self-acceptance. In this episode you'll learn to harness the power of your…
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Healing Light: A Guided Meditation for Grief and Healing
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Welcome to "Healing Light: A Guided Meditation for Grief and Healing." In this deeply soothing and transformative episode, we invite you to embark on a profound journey of self-healing and renewal. Join us as we explore the intricate landscape of grief, offering a compassionate space for you to honor and process your emotions. Whether you are curre…
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When drinking and drugging is no longer your solution or an option how do you deal with grief? In this episode Dora shares her own experience around the recent passing of her father who was diagnosed with the rare disease PSP. and how she is dealing with grieving as a woman in recovery. She says “ Don't compare how you’re healing and how you’re dea…
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Season 3 - ep 127 May Is Mental Health Awareness month and we know that addiction and mental health issues go hand in hand. Listen to Dora's first hand experience with postpartum depression at a time when we couldn't just google it! If you are struggling with mental health issues or know someone who is please talk about it. There is no reason that …
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Confident Decisions Made With The Head and Heart
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Season 3 ep -126 A recovering addict shares her experience on dealing with big decisions and how that looks different today compared to her old ways. When the head and heart finally line up that is when the magic starts to happen. Support the Show. Follow Soberoso on Tik Tok Subscribe and help us grow on YOUTUBE…
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Season 3 ep -125 Changes and the recovering addict is the topic of this discussion where Dora shares her personal experience around the fears that can accompany change and how she gets through these moments in life without drinking or drugging. "If nothing changes, nothing changes" Support the Show. Follow Soberoso on Tik Tok Subscribe and help us …
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Season 3 ep -124 Do you have emotional sobriety? Is it possible to be happy and sick at the same time? Can you find something good in the bad or rough times? Do you look at the glass as half full or half empty? In this episode of the Soberoso podcast Dora shares her experience of being sick and happy at the same time, a true testament of her own he…
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Season 3 ep -123 Change is hard and uncomfortable at first, but life really can be so much better when you are living clean and sober. If you are just starting out on your journey or attempting a 30 day sober challenge don’t give up. It will get better. In this episode your grateful host, Dora shares her own experience and shares some valuable tips…
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Protecting Your Sobriety Around The Holidays
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Season 3 ep -122 part 2 The holidays can be extremely difficult for the still suffering addict and alcoholic and those who have lost loved ones during this time. In this episode we discuss some of the ways we safeguard and protect our sobriety around the holidays while throwing in a couple laughs along the way. A sober life is a life worth living a…
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Seson 3 ep -121 part 1 The shit we used to do in our past lives when we were under the influence and acting out selfishly and irresponsibly was always escalated around the holiday times. In this episode we discuss some of the ways we ruined the holidays with our obnoxious and addictive behaviors. Our special guest and good friend Lyer joins us from…
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Seson 3 ep -120 with our special guest Van, who was so out of control that his parents signed him over to the State when he was fourteen years old. In and out of rehab from the age of 18 he managed to string six months of sobriety together while in the army, but that didn't last long as Van slid back into addiction. He eventually became a fugitive …
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Season 3 ep -119 After watching a recent documentary titled "Stutz" which is directed by Jonah Hill the topic of this episode was born. Yes, it kind of sounds a little strange to use hot and vulnerability side by side so you are just going to have to listen in to see what the hell Dora is talking about in this episode of the Soberoso podcast. Suppo…
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