In this episode we get into the amends process! This is where we make theings right with the people that we have wronged! This is a big growth step for people and needs to be done right! If you have any questions you can reach us at Tom@realrecoverytalk.com and Ben@realrecoverytalk.com
In this episode Ben and I discuss both steps 6 and 7. They are very important steps in the process and can not be glanced over! This is a pivotal point in our journey and this is where a lot of change takes place! If you have any questions you can reach us at Tom@realrecoverytalk.com and Ben@realrecoverytalk.com
In this episode, Ben and I have on Eddie. Eddie shares his story about growing up in Philadelphia, and the path that his drug addiction took him down. He then goes into detail as to how he ended up getting sober in the life that his sobriety has given him up to this point. Eddie now has 13 years of continuous sobriety and isn't looking back. If you have any questions, you can reach out to us at tom@realrecoverytalk.com and ben@realrecoverytalk.com.
As we continue our step study here we are on step 5! This is a big step for people to take and Ben and I talk about our experiences with it and the benefits that we had. If you have any questions you can reach us at Tom@realrecoverytalk.com and Ben@realrecoverytalk.com
In this episode Ben and I discuss some of the mistakes that we have made in our recovery and the mistakes that we see other people make when they are getting sober. We have learned a lot over the years and want to share with you all the things that we have seen so hopefully you dont make the same mistakes! If you have any questions you can reach us at Tom@realrecoverytalk.com and Ben@realrecoverytalk.com
In this episode we discuss step 4 of Alcoholics Anonymous. We discuss what a proper 4th step looks like and where people go wrong when doing this step. Please remember we do not represent AA as a whole and this is from our own experiences. If you have any questions you can reach out to us at Tom@realrecoverytalk.com and Ben@realrecoverytalk.com
In this episode Ben and I get into step 3 and what it means to us. Please remember we do not represent AA as a whole nor any other 12 step program. If you have any questions you can reach us at Tom@realrecoverytalk.com and Ben@realrecoverytalk.com
In this episode I discuss with you the two common things that cause people to relapse. It is ok to have relationship and to want to make money. When it becomes the focal point of our lives is when we can run into trouble. I hope to open your mind to what it looks like having balance in our recovery. If you have questions you can reach out to us at Tom@realrecoverytalk.com and Ben@realrecoverytalk.com
In this episode Ben and I have on Brave who is currently getting ready to transition out of Rock Recovery Center and and head back home to Illinois where he will practice all of the skills that he has learned while here. Brave at one point had 9 years of sobriety and he talks about what happened with him and how he ended up relpsing and ultimately what he did to get back on track. If you have any questions you can reach out to us at Tom@realrecoverytalk.com and Ben@realrecoverytalk.com...
In this episode, Ben and I break down step two of Alcoholics Anonymous. We are going to take a deep dive into what it says about step two in the big book of Alcoholics Anonymous and how it is often interpreted by recovering alcoholics. We hope at the end of this episode, you have a better understanding of step two, and how it can help you with long-term sustainable sobriety. If you have any questions about your specific situation, you can reach out to us at tom@realrecoverytalk.com and Ben@realr...
In this episode Ben and I have a discussion around AA and how it has helped millions of people around the globe get sober. We take a deep dive into Step One and the menaing behind it. This is part of a series where we will be explaining each step in detail and what it means. If you have any questions you can reach us at Tom@realrecoverytalk.com and Ben@realrecoverytalk.com
In this episode it is just me and I share with you all my story. There is a lot that has happened over the years and I thought that it would be a good idea for you all to hear from me how I got to where I am today. I hope you enjoy! If you have any questions you can reach us at Tom@realrecoverytalk.com and Ben@realrecoverytalk.com
Hey everyone! in this episode Ben discusses what it was like for him the first time that he want to treatment. He talks about all the things that SHOULD NOT happen while in treatment. We give you pointers and guidance on what to look for and the questions to ask. If you have any questions you can reach us at Tom@realrecoverytalk.com and Ben@realrecoverytalk.com
In this episode Ben and I discuss when it is appropriate to talk to your loved ones about the things that they have done in the past. We often times get this question and it is hard to decide if it is ok to bring up their past mistakes. Ben and I give our thoughts on this and if we think there is a time and place to talk about this stuff. If you have any questions you can reach out to us at Tom@realrecoverytalk.com and Ben@realrecoverytalk.com...
Hey everyone! In this episode we have on Jack who shares his story of recovery as this is his first time in treatment. Jack shares how he had so much going for him and when he was faced with tough times all he knew that would comfort him was drugs and alcohol. This drove him into a deep addiction, where he ultimately found himself going into treatment! Jack now has an opportunity to really capitalize on his life and make something for himself! If you have any questions you can reach us at Tom@re...
Hey everyone! In this episode Ben and I have on a couple of guests who are with Boca Recovery Center. BRC is a Detox and Residential facility and they have came on the show to discuss what ll goes into properly detoxing someone when they are coming off of drugs and alcohol. If you have ever wondered what goes into properly detoxing someone, this is a good episode to listen to! If you have any questions about your specific situation you can always reach us at Tom@realrecoverytalk.com and Ben@real...
In this episode, Ben and I have on Frank. Frank wanted to come on the show and discuss his experience strength and hope with everyone and how he got sober. Frank talks openly about his living in New York and how it was a struggle for him to get clean while there. Frank has worked a program of recovery in Narcotics Anonymous for nearly the last 14 years and he shares in detail what it took for him to finally realize what recovery really meant. If you have any questions about your specific situati...
In this episode we have on Ryan do you want to come on and share his story on how he got sober. Brian is somebody that had a couple of treatment times in the past, only to find himself in a desperate situation when he finally realized he's needed to get sober. Luckily for Ryan, he had a couple people in his life that really stepped up to the plate for him, and set him up on a path of success. If you have any comments, questions or concerns, you can reach out to us at tom@realrecoverytalk.com and...
In this episode we have on Mike who shares his story on how he got sober at 26 years old. We dont often head about the people that get sober after only going to treatment one time! Here we have a guy that said enough is enough and it was time to make a change. Mike shares his story on what it was like when he was using and what is like now that he is clean and sober almost 9 years! If you have comments or questions you can reach us at Tom@realrecoverytalk.com and Ben@realrecoverytalk.com...
In this episode, Ben and I have on Justin, who shares his story about how he got clean and sober inside prison. Justin spent just about four years inside prison walls, but inside those walls is when he had his spiritual experience, and was then finally able to get clean and sober. Justin goes into detail about his drug addiction and ultimately want to talk from him and his life. If you have any questions about your specific situation, you can reach out to us at tom@realrecoverytalk.com and Ben@r...
In this episode Ben and I have on a dear friend names BEN as well! Ben is a man who has stayed sober for 21 years and shares his story on the struggles that he had growing up as a gay man and how it fueled his addiction. He also shares his struggles through recovery being a gay man and the REVELATION that he had 3 years into his recovery that changed everything for him! If you have any questions about your specific situation you can email is at Tom@realrecoverytalk.com and Ben@realrecoverytalk.c...
In this episode we have on Greg who shares his story on how he got clean and sober and what it took for him to finally get there. Greg is very open about his faith and what it has done for him this time around. If you have any questions you can reach us at Tom@realrecoverytalk.com and Ben@realrecoverytalk.com
In this episode we have on two therapists that work here at Rock Recovery Center! Nicole and Maya wanted to come on and share how the have seem families impacted by their addictions and what they can do to help. We often times look over the families and dont focus on what they can do to help themselves. If you have questions you can reach out to us at Tom@realrecoverytalk.com and Ben@realrecoverytalk.com
In this episode we have Nick who is a 19 year old young adult who has a opportunity ahead of him that he has taken advantage of! Nick is well on his way to create a life for himself that will serve him very well in the years to come! You will hear a message of gratitude in this episode and we are thankful to be a part of Nicks journey!
In this episode we have a guest on names Tim! Tim has decided to attend treatment here at Rock Recovery Center in Florida all the way from California! We get into detail about why it took so long for Tim to get sober and ultimately what help him back for so long! We have a great conversation and I know you will anjoy it! Enjoy the Show!
In this episode, Ben and I have an opportunity to sit down with Jack, who decided he wanted to share his story with all of you. Jack first was addicted to many hours in the gym. Jack shared that his gym addiction was to address an internal issue that stemmed from a lot of bullying in high school. Once Jack got a hernia from too much time in the gym, he turned to marijuana. Jack shares how his marijuana use caused him to try other things and and how it all affected his life. If you have any quest...
In this episode myself, Ben and Steve have a discussion both around Suboxone and Xanax. We discuss what our observations have been with both ourselves, and others, when is comes to taking this drugs. We talk about the pitfalls of taking them and ultimately what it can do to you in a negative manner. If you have any questions about your specific situation you can always reach us at Tom@realrecoverytalk.com and Ben@realrecoverytalk.com
In this episode I want to discuss with you find your WHY behind getting sober. I know I have talked about this before but I think it is worth bringing up again. It is easy to stop using substances, but what is going to keep you from picking up again? This is why I ask people to define their "why" when getting sober. If you have any questions you can reach out to us at Tom@realrecoverytalk.com and Ben@realrecoverytalk.com
In this episode Ben and I have a discussion with anthony who has opted to come on the show and share his experience with getting clean and sober! Anthony is open about how many times he went to treatment and ulitmately what it took for him to finally stop using. If you have any questions about your specific situation you can reach us at Tom@realrecoverytalk.com and Ben@realrecoverytalk.com
In this episode Ben and I have on Matt Anderson again to have a discussion around helping other people and spreading the message of HOPE! Far to often, people go into a 12 step meeting and dont get the message that they are needing to hear. If you have any questions about your specific situation you can reach us at Tom@realrecoverytalk.com and Ben@realrecoverytalk.com
