This Is NOT An Apology Relevant Recovery podcast

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On this episode Heather and Donnie give tips on how the fellowship and the family should react to a relapse. Episode #202

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Back to basics: What is an Alcoholic 1:19:38

11 days ago1:19:38

1:19:38

On this episode we get back to basics on what makes someone an alcoholic. What are the different types of drinkers, and who needs to work the steps to maintain sobriety? Episode #201

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Are you too busy? 1:29:32

18 days ago1:29:32

1:29:32

On this episode Donnie and Heather discuss being too busy for recovery. It's common for people in recovery to let life get in the way of the program and usually ends in a relapse at some point. Episode #200

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Co-Dependency 1:31:33

25 days ago1:31:33

1:31:33

How codependency manifests in our relationships, the problems it can cause, and the solution for it. Episode #199.

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Chemical or Spiritual Fix? 1:31:06

5 weeks ago1:31:06

1:31:06

On this episode of RR Heather and Donnie dive into the controversial topic of mental illness and spiritual malady symptoms and how they mirror each other. Episode #198.

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What is the ISM?? 1:22:37

6 weeks ago1:22:37

1:22:37

On this episode of RR Heather and Donnie discuss the ISM of alcoholism and how it manifests in various ways - even when sober. Episode #197

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Grace and Tolerance 1:23:32

7 weeks ago1:23:32

1:23:32

On this episode of RR Heather and Donnie discuss the idea of giving Grace to others and practicing Tolerance toward others… to family and to fellows in recovery. Episode #196

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I Only Have One Defect... Me! 1:34:02

8 weeks ago1:34:02

1:34:02

On this episode of RR Heather and Donnie dive into what our real problem is and where a solution can be found. Episode #195

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Fear as a Steppingstone 1:35:14

9 weeks ago1:35:14

1:35:14

On this week’s episode of RR Heather and Donnie discuss the idea of utilizing fear as a launching pad toward positive values and spiritual growth. Episode #194

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This is NOT an Apology 1:51:15

10 weeks ago1:51:15

1:51:15

On this week’s episode of RR Heather and Donnie sit down with special guest “Rachael” to discuss her experiences with her amends. Episode #193

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Consistently Inconsistent 1:43:54

11 weeks ago1:43:54

1:43:54

On this episode of RR Heather and Donnie discuss the troubles and pitfalls of trying to stay consistently consistent in a spiritual program of action. Episode #192

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Character Building 1:29:32

12 weeks ago1:29:32

1:29:32

On this episode of RR Heather and Donnie discuss the challenges of character building and humility. Episode #191

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The Need For Community and Arguing About Stuff 1:22:32

13 weeks ago1:22:32

1:22:32

On this episode of RR Heather and Donnie discuss the importance of investing in a community that is loving, supportive and holds you accountable. Episode #190

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Did you hear the Tea! 1:14:11

14 weeks ago1:14:11

1:14:11

On this episode of RR, Heather and Donnie discuss how our secrets and gossip harm ourselves and others. Episode #189

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Helping vs Enabling 1:17:22

15 weeks ago1:17:22

1:17:22

On this episode of RR Heather and Donnie discuss the difference between helping someone verses enabling them. Episode #188

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I Don’t Wanna!! 1:20:39

16 weeks ago1:20:39

1:20:39

On this episode of RR Heather and Donnie discuss the internal struggle of knowing what we need to do, but lacking the motivation to actually do it. Episode #187

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Delusions of Grandiosity 1:18:09

17 weeks ago1:18:09

1:18:09

On this episode of RR Heather and Donnie discuss the paradox feeling self-importance and insecurity at the same time. Episode #186

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The Power of Sponsorship 1:44:07

18 weeks ago1:44:07

1:44:07

On this episode of RR Heather and Donnie discuss the power of sponsorship. What is a sponsor for, and how do I find a one? Episode #185

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Ignoring God 1:33:26

19 weeks ago1:33:26

1:33:26

On this episode of RR Heather and Donnie chat about the multitude of ways we “ignore God” and how ignoring God can lead to relapse. Episode #184

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Religion and The 12 Steps 1:12:59

20 weeks ago1:12:59

1:12:59

On this episode Heather & Donnie discuss the nuances of how religion and 12 step programs intersect. Episode #183

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We Are Not Fighting 1:15:40

21 weeks ago1:15:40

1:15:40

On this episode Heather and Donnie discuss the idea of being recovered. A position of neutrality .. how do we get there? Episode #182

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I Give Up! 1:18:47

22 weeks ago1:18:47

1:18:47

On this episode Heather and Donnie dive deeper into what surrender really looks like. Episode #181

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Basic Instincts 1:13:59

23 weeks ago1:13:59

1:13:59

One this episode Heather and Donnie go over the 3 basic human instincts and what happens when they go awry! Episode #180

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Reason - A Bridge to Faith 1:05:57

24 weeks ago1:05:57

1:05:57

On this episode Heather and Donnie discuss what it means to be on the Bridge of Reason verses standing on the Shore of Faith. Episode #179

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Holidays Malaise! 1:13:54

25 weeks ago1:13:54

1:13:54

On this episode Heather and Donnie discuss Holidays Malaise, holiday expectations and how to calibrate to spiritual contentment. Episode #178

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Spiritual Perfection 1:17:29

26 weeks ago1:17:29

1:17:29

On this episode Heather and Donnie dissect the idea of Perfectionism. Where does it come from, how does it affect our lives, and what can we do about it? Episode #177

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So Simple I Misunderstood It 1:13:18

27 weeks ago1:13:18

1:13:18

On this episode Heather and Donnie talk about the simplicity of the program of action and how we can get caught in the philosophy, mystical or religiosity of it and forget the simple actions that got us recovered and helped us have a conscious contact. . . Episode #176

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Take Out The Trash 1:16:26

28 weeks ago1:16:26

1:16:26

On this episode Heather and Donnie discuss “old ideas” that must be discarded for “new ideas”. Episode #175

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To Give is to Gain 1:22:30

29 weeks ago1:22:30

1:22:30

On this episode Heather and Donnie discuss their recent trip to South Africa and the lessons they learned about GIVING. Episode #174

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Pitfalls -to- Windfalls 1:05:58

31 weeks ago1:05:58

1:05:58

On this episode of RR, Heather and Donnie discuss the paradox of life’s pitfalls turning into spiritual windfalls. Episode #173

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Empathy Exchange 1:11:32

32 weeks ago1:11:32

1:11:32

On this episode of RR, Heather and Donnie discuss the habit of dwelling on the faults of others … a subtle and perverse form of self-satisfaction. Episode #172

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Anger Danger 1:18:01

33 weeks ago1:18:01

1:18:01

On this weeks episode of RR, Heather and Donnie discuss the dangers of harboring anger within, the price that we pay, the harm that we cause, and the solution to be free of anger. Episode #171

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Leveling Pride 1:17:37

34 weeks ago1:17:37

1:17:37

No one likes the self-searching, the leveling of our pride and confession of shortcomings, which the process requires for successful consummation. Oh yeah! and there is a solution. Episode #170

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Rewriting Your Story 1:16:53

35 weeks ago1:16:53

1:16:53

Everyone has a story to tell. Our stories can provide inspiration to others, but sharing them can be embarrassing, painful, or even dark at times. How do we step into a new life and a new story to tell? Episode #169

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The Social Media Challenge 1:15:51

36 weeks ago1:15:51

1:15:51

On this episode Heather and Donnie discuss the pitfalls of spending too much time on social media and issue a challenge for everyone! Episode#168

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How Often Should I Work The Steps 1:03:35

37 weeks ago1:03:35

1:03:35

On this episode Heather and Donnie discuss the idea of working the steps just once vs multiple times vs yearly… the how and the why of it! Episode#167

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A Parents Perspective 1:16:19

38 weeks ago1:16:19

1:16:19

On this episode Heather and Donnie sit down with special guests Kim & Wally to hear from their perspective on their son’s journey into addiction and recovery. “Kids don’t die under bridges, they die in your basement.” -Kim. Episode #166

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Repairing Relationships 1:24:58

39 weeks ago1:24:58

1:24:58

On this episode Heather and Donnie revisit the topic of the family afterward and the long period of reconstruction and reconciliation. Episode #165

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What Is A Dry Drunk 1:19:35

40 weeks ago1:19:35

1:19:35

On this episode Heather and Donnie discuss the idea that sobriety and recovery are two very different things. A person may be sober but still suffer from alcoholism. There is a solution. Episode #164

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Don’t Get Too Comfortable 1:10:34

41 weeks ago1:10:34

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On this episode Heather and Donnie dive into the topic of complacency. We should all be seeking contentment, but when does contentment become complacency? Episode #163

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Twisted Relations 1:11:55

42 weeks ago1:11:55

1:11:55

On this episode Heather and Donnie discuss page 53 of the 12 and 12. How our human instincts go awry and cause our misery. How can we just be one in a family or a worker among workers? Episode #162

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A Chat with Our Friend Myers 1:08:38

43 weeks ago1:08:38

1:08:38

On this episode Heather and Donnie sit down with their friend and special guest Myers to discuss important 12 step history and his spiritual journey in recovery. Episode #161

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Planting Seeds 1:05:47

45 weeks ago1:05:47

1:05:47

On this episode Heather and Donnie discuss various ways of investing in other people. Episode #160

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How Much for Your Validation? 1:32:39

46 weeks ago1:32:39

1:32:39

On this episode Heather and Donnie discuss delusion around our instincts and the heavy price tag. Episode #159

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Finding Forgiveness 1:01:52

47 weeks ago1:01:52