ReHabitat Recovery: Recovery From The Human Condition

During Part 2, Sam’s story offers the reminder that pure exhaustion remains undefeated. He describes what happened, what it was like, and what life looks like after 6 months of keeping promises to himself. His story is a beautiful example of how sobriety, recovery, and wellness can look a lot of different ways. If you’re a fan of humor and are looking a fresh perspective on non-traditional recovery, this episode series is for you! Follow us @rehabitatrecovery and join one of our virtual support groups at theReHabitat.com!

We're back after a winter hibernation! For this episode, a few armchair therapists (a barber, a comedian, and licensed counselor) stop by to talk about life. What could go wrong?? During Part 1, we catch up with each other and debate politically charged topics such as Bucees versus Sheetz and solutions to awkward social interactions. Stay tuned for Part 2 where Sam (the barber) discusses his non-traditional route to recovery and what the first 6 months of his experience has been like. Follow us @rehabitatrecovery and join one of our virtual support groups at theReHabitat.com!

If you're anything like me, you can't simply take things at face value. If you're someone that needs data, statistics, or the full story - this episode is for you. During Part 2, we explore underbelly of mental health and 'the powers that be.' From Big Pharma backdoor approaches to how insurance companies influence providers and diagnosing. Most importantly, we end the episode with a story about profound change and of course sober trippin’. Follow us @rehabitatrecovery and join one of our virtual support groups at theReHabitat.com!

Laughter, science, and a philosophical dialogue with a Vandy professor. During Part 1, we discuss how addiction impacts the brain, the power of association, and why attachments have such a grip on our psyche. As they say, "You scratch the paint off an addict/alcoholic and you'll find a codependent underneath." Stay tuned for Part 2 to hear more about the underbelly of health care and the influence that large corporations have on mental health. Follow us @rehabitatrecovery and join one of our virtual support groups at theReHabitat.com!

Let's face it.. Grief is possibly the most difficult, yet sacred human experience we endure. Often times it changes the terrain of our lives and we hesitate to either share or express it. During this episode we discuss what it's like to lose a parent, how to hold space for someone experiencing grief, and why it's important to shed any unnecessary tethers that exist in our lives. Kristen's incredible story of how she experiences her mother today delivers goosebumps and offers confirmation that our loved ones are always with us. Grief may be a life-long passenger, but learning how to embrace every last wave of emotion creates texture to the true meaning of love and appreciation. Follow us @rehabitatrecovery and join one of our virtual support groups at theReHabitat.com!

We're back!! After taking some time off, we invited one of our favorite cousins over from @CreativeSobriety. Kristen Bear stops by to catch up and talk about the most difficult year of her life. During Part 1, we discuss her "why" behind the Sober Curious movement, the importance of expanding our horizons with mental health, and how recovery allows us to raise our standards. Stay tuned for Part 2 to hear about Kristen's POWERFUL spiritual connection with her mother and how her sobriety honors her each and every day. Follow us @rehabitatrecovery and join one of our virtual support groups at theReHabitat.com!

During Part 2 we unleash our thoughts on opposing belief systems and their impact on the human experience, politics, and recovery. We discuss getting curious about personal biases, exploring neutrality in the face of opposing views, and being open-minded to "the woo woo" styles of treatment, therapy, and medicine. Follow us @rehabitatrecovery and join one of our virtual support groups at theReHabitat.com!

Lou Ridley's story proves that amazing things happen when we let go of things that no longer serve us. For those that do not identify with substance use disorders, but are seeking their fullest potential - this episode was made for you. Stay tuned for Part 2! Follow us @rehabitatrecovery and join one of our virtual support groups at theReHabitat.com!

The concept of God has always been an interesting topic for me. I've been all in, all out, and in between. This episode is a great reminder of why coming up with our own conception of a higher power is necessary. Research suggests that spirituality leads to a happier life, so let's put it to the test. Lettuce pray. Follow us @rehabitatrecovery and join one of our virtual support groups at theReHabitat.com!

Buckle up! During Part 2, Sandy takes us along her gypsy journey and this story has it all. Dysfunctional family dynamics, surviving the many realms of abuse, and preferring familiar over healthy. Her story proves that doing what kept you sober in the first 30 days can work for a lifetime. Embrace your humanness. Follow us @rehabitatrecovery and join one of our virtual support groups at theReHabitat.com!

After taking a few months off - we're back! And we have the honor of recording with a true beacon of light. During Part 1, we get curious about the role of sex/love in our lives, how to wear the many hats of ambition, and how our past lives have been repurposed to help recreate the new. This episode offers a great reminder that the wellness lifestyle turns into quite the adventure, if we just let our light shine. Stay tuned for Part 2 to hear Sandy's WarStory! Follow us @rehabitatrecovery and join one of our virtual support groups at theReHabitat.com!

We're starting off 2022 with a group Q and A episode! 10 of us got together to eat pizza and talk about our experience with recovery. "What we've learned, what worked, what didn't and why." This episode pushes back against rigid beliefs systems, while offering solution to those that don't know where to start. If you're debating recovery, new to recovery or need a reminder - this is an open discussion of ideas to chew on. From sober curious, to normies and 12 steppers - we can all agree upon one thing... Recovery looks different on everybody. Follow us @rehabitatrecovery and join one of our virtual support groups at theReHabitat.com!

Trigger warning. This episode discusses sexual trauma, grief and loss and other traumatic events. During Part 2, our guest unpacks her journey of adversity and hardship AFTER getting sober. With the odds stacked against her, our guest describes how she navigated unhealthy relationships, treatment resistant depression, autoimmune disorders, sexual trauma and grief and loss. All the while, growing through her recovery to become one of the strongest women I've ever met. Recovery is...

Trigger warning. This episode discusses sexual trauma and other traumatic events. Buckle up. This one is for the books! During Part 1, my guest and I unpack her WarStory in active addiction and how ‘being a squeaky wheel' became essential for us to heal. Our guest, who just celebrated 31 years, shares her experience with the pitfalls of dating in early recovery, the benefits of ketamine treatment, and the effectiveness of EMDR therapy. Follow us @rehabitatrecovery and join one of our...

This is a story of redemption. In my early days of recovery, today's guest left an impression on me from across the room. Often times, those of us that live with addiction struggle to find our way back. Fortunately, this episode is an incredible story of how 'one of us' never gave up. On this episode we discuss how recovery looks different for everyone, the impact of shame, codependency and being addicted to the thrill. Follow us @rehabitatrecovery and join one of our virtual support groups at theReHabitat.com!

Trigger warning. This episode discusses multiple forms of trauma and/or traumatic events. Here we go! Part 2 is finally here! This story is a powerful example of how trauma, focusing on the differences and hiding behind 'the presentation' is a recipe for hopelessness. Fortunately, that same hopelessness can lead to clarity and radical transformation. This story offers undeniable evidence that the antidote to the thousand forms of self-delusion is recovery. Follow us @rehabitatrecovery and join one of our virtual support groups at theReHabitat.com!

Dude - we all laughed HARRD recording this one. If you like cerebral takes on life, spirituality and humor - this episode is for you. During Part 1, we discuss the ebb and flow of our current lives, how our ‘iSM’ shows up today and the benefits of breeding spirituality into 'hot topics’ (politics, government, vaccines, etc.). Follow us @rehabitatrecovery and join one of our virtual support groups at theReHabitat.com!

A friend from a local meeting stops by to share her 'WarStory.' On this episode we discuss how fear and pain became our greatest motivators. All the while, learning how to grow through it without having a 'cop out' or addiction to blame. An incredibly inspiring story about growing up in the foster system, experiencing terminal uniqueness and coming to terms with the fact that life still happens. A beautiful example of how the gift of the desperation ignites a new craving to better self. Follow us @rehabitatrecovery and join one of our virtual support groups at theReHabitat.com!

Lets be honest... the term 'sobriety' can come across as a little stale. Especially to those that are new to this way of life. Our guest, who is a bonafide 'sober meme' savant, stops by to help reframe and revitalize the concept. We discuss 'ins and outs' of the sober curious movement and 'the why' behind alternative realms of recovery. Unsurprisingly, the common thread is that WE ALL live with a human condition. And that condition requires going inward. Reach out to Kristen today @creativesobriety and listen to her podcast! Follow us @rehabitatrecovery and join one of our virtual support groups at theReHabitat.com!

The owner of Glen Park Recovery homes stops by to talk about the power of purpose. Today's guest offers a graceful reminder of how INCREDIBLE obstacles can be overcome with a little willingness and service. His life experience is proof that life isn't unbearable by circumstance - rather a lack of meaning and purpose. If you or a loved one you know needs a fresh start, reach out to Mark today! https://glenparkrecovery.com Follow us @rehabitatrecovery and join one of our virtual support groups at theReHabitat.com!