Geographical change can help assist people going through recovery. A change that includes getting away from the people and influences that led to the addiction in the first place can be helpful. Benjamin B. and Renee L. are here today to talk about the benefits of sending your loved one to recovery someplace that includes geographical change. We talk about South Florida recovery versus Northeast recovery and Renee shares her experience with both. Renee and Ben both share their experience with re...
Oct 18, 2018•39 min•Ep. 38
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Oct 11, 2018•56 min•Ep. 37
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Oct 04, 2018•41 min•Ep. 36
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Sep 27, 2018•47 min•Ep. 35
Zach thought he was going to be a “White Chip Wonder” but ended up relapsing shortly after getting through treatment. Zach talks about how he thought he had the steps all down and he was secure in his recovery. Today he'll tell you there were a few critical components overlooked, one of which was his need to begin supporting others in their recovery. Grab the full show notes at: https://RealRecoveryTalk.com/34 Join our private Facebook support group: https://RealRecoveryTalk.com/facebook Get you...
Sep 20, 2018•34 min•Ep. 34
You'll hear from Paige who is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Addictions Professional currently working with individuals in various stages of their recovery. We'll explore why romantic relationships can feel like a great thing and might even make you feel stronger in your recovery, but in truth, these relationships can be a substitute for our previous addictions. Get the full set of show notes at: https://RealRecoveryTalk.com/33 Need a support group to help you deal with your lov...
Sep 13, 2018•35 min•Ep. 33
One of the most important hurdles to overcome while in addition recovery treatment is the shame our loved ones can feel about their past actions. Hear how this issue is addressed and the positive changed what comes out of it.
Sep 07, 2018•26 min•Ep. 32
Read the show notes for this episode at https://RealRecoveryTalk.com/31 Resources Pre-Treatment Checklist https://RealRecoveryTalk.com/checklist Facebook Support Group https://RealRecoveryTalk.com/facebook Josiah is a licensed therapist in the addiction recovery industry. He has a rare story to share today as he walks you through his recovery process and shares the struggles he faced along the way. Josiah has achieved 4 years of sobriety. He uses his experience by sharing the knowledge and exper...
Aug 30, 2018•45 min•Ep. 31
Your prescription medications may be what your body needs to function properly and it could help you stay off whatever drug-of-choice brought you to treatment. But, oftentimes the prescriptions you've been given were needed to counteract the effects of your addiction. So, how do you know what you need and what you don't? Join our online support group to help family and loved ones dealing with drug and alcohol addiction. RealRecoveryTalk.com/facebook...
Aug 23, 2018•33 min•Ep. 30
Get ready for some brutally honest truths about the substance abuse treatment industry. What works and what doesn't work and how the staff, clients, and loved ones of those in the center can make sure they're doing the very best they can do to be successful in recovery. Join our Facebook Support Group : http://RealRecoveryTalk.com/facebook Download the Pre-Treatment Checklist : http://RealRecoveryTalk.com/checklist...
Aug 16, 2018•52 min•Ep. 29
Discover what it's like for someone who's just 4 days into treatment for their substance abuse. Get your Pre-Treatment Checklist at: http://RealRecoveryTalk.com/checklist Connect in our Private Facebook Group: http://RealRecoveryTalk.com/facebook
Aug 09, 2018•48 min•Ep. 28
A lot of people, especially those in recovery for drug addiction, are looking for the next best quick-fix. For most addicts in recovery, steroid use isn't considered to be a relapse (by them). They walk into a treatment center and their first desired step of recovery is to change their appearance. Whether, you're numbing your pain with drugs and alcohol, or taking steroids for fast results, you're looking for an external quick-fix to change your internal well-being.
Aug 02, 2018•25 min•Ep. 27
Understand the different levels of treatment as well as the length of time you can expect each level to require from you. Also, what you should tell a loved one about their expected length of stay. You'll also hear about the factors that will contribute to this length of stay.
Jul 26, 2018•23 min•Ep. 26
If you or a loved one have tried a 12-Step program like Alcoholics Anonymous or Narcotics Anonymous and weren't successful this episode is for you. Find out what works and what doesn't work in the typical 12-step recovery program. Our guest, Ron, will also teach you what it takes to conduct an intervention to get someone you love into treatment for their alcohol or substance abuse issues.
Jul 19, 2018•45 min•Ep. 25
There's been a lot of media coverage revolving around the drug and alcohol treatment centers in South Florida who are just in it to make money. Most of these places will leave an addict in worse shape than when they arrived. It's scary! But there are signs you can look for and ways for you to identify the ones to avoid.
Jul 12, 2018•32 min•Ep. 24
It wasn't until she was arrested and faced losing custody of her son that Traci finally found the treatment she needed to overcome her addictions. She shares what motivated her and how her family helped her get into treatment and keep on track in her recovery. If you have a loved one struggling with addiction or alcohol abuse, this episode will give you some direction and encouragement. You can connect with Traci and the team on the show through our private Facebook Group at RealRecoveryTalk.com...
Jul 05, 2018•59 min•Ep. 23
Nick Conti was raised in a wonderful and supportive family in Pittsburgh, PA. He played sports, excelled in school and went on to graduate with a business degree. He earned his way into a great career and had everything going for him by all outward appearances. Listen to how he ended up overdosing on heroin and spending a week in the hospital looking for an opportunity to get more drugs? This is a South Florida Success Story, spotlighting those who have completed addiction treatment in South Flo...
Jun 28, 2018•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 22
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Jun 14, 2018•22 min•Ep. 20
Resources mentioned in this episode: Facebook Support Group RealRecoveryTalk.com/Facebook Co-Dependent No More : How to Stop Controlling Others and Care For Yourself by Melody Beattie Available on Amazon.com Find an Al-Anon Support Group near you: https://al-anon.org/...
Jun 07, 2018•29 min•Ep. 19
May 22, 2018•50 min•Ep. 18
In this episode we discuss 5 things that you can look for to determine how co-dependent you are. Co-Dependency is within every family dynamic and plays a role within addiction. We also discuss 3 things you can do to resolve your co-dependency
Apr 12, 2018•26 min•Ep. 17
In this episode we discuss addiction and how it resembles a hurricane. At the eye of the storm, it is calm. But the outer bands come very often with calm points in-between, but rest assured they are coming! We need to know how addiction can rip through our families and destroy everything in its path. We, the loved ones, do not to be affected as much as we often times are. We have to stand up for ourselves and set boundaries!
Mar 29, 2018•27 min•Ep. 16
In this episode I go over some of the questions that I have heard over the years from people looking for treatment for their loved ones. There are a few questions that need to be asked and thats it, Ask, Get the answer, Leave it at that! Don't over analyze it and look for the perfect treatment center. IT DOESNT EXIST!
Mar 15, 2018•30 min•Ep. 15
In this episode we discuss Vapes and what you should know about them: They are everywhere and they are becoming an issue in schools and are affecting our teens and young adults. Also, You can out drugs in these things! And they can look like a USB drive! Parents, listen intently....Enjoy the Show!
Mar 01, 2018•17 min•Ep. 14
In this episode we discuss relationships, again. I don't think it can be talked about enough. People get buried because they try and get into relationships to early, fact. Two sickies don't make a welly and Ill tell ya why! People newly clean don't have the bandwidth to offer to another person, they must focus on themselves. Period.
Feb 15, 2018•20 min•Ep. 13
In todays episode with talk with David. David is an amazing person with a lot of insightful information to offer those wondering about addiction. Having struggles with it himself for many years, David is well aware of the dangers and pitfalls that it can cause left untreated. David tells us his story and how he found a life of sobriety for himself. Sit Back, Relax and ENJOY THIS SHOW!
Jan 11, 2018•36 min•Ep. 12
In this episode we talk about things that YOU can do to help ensure that your child or children don't grow up and develop an addiction. There are many factors that play into ones addiction and the things that may have happened during childhood that determines how much of an addiction they develop. Social, Environmental, Physical, Cognitive, Spiritual Etc. These are all factors to look at and they all need to be addressed equally. Take notes and ENJOY THIS SHOW!!
Jan 04, 2018•45 min•Ep. 11
In todays episode we discuss 5 myths that you may have heard when it comes to addiction. There are certain things that people say and believe about addiction and recovery that are just not true. An interesting episode for people that may have a skewed idea of addiction and recovery. Grab a pencil, open your ears, take notes and enjoy this show!
Dec 21, 2017•29 min•Ep. 10
In this episode we discuss the importance of gratitude and why we need to have an abundance of it to maintain our sobriety. Gratitude is not hard to get, but it is hard to keep. There is work involved with keeping it at the forefront of your heart. Generally when someone is sober for a while, gratitude is the first thing to go when they get on the road to relapse. Which is why it is important to do things daily to remind yourself of how grateful you are! Gratitude and resentment cannot live in t...
Dec 14, 2017•21 min•Ep. 9
