You may be asking yourself, “Is my partner an addict, or does he enjoy a lot of pornography and Instagram models?” It’s a valid question to ask, and it can be challenging to answer without talking to a professional, particularly because pornogr...

Today’s episode is a little different. It’s a guided reflection and workbook session designed to support loved ones of those struggling with addiction. It's a companion to last week's episode.If you haven’t already, grab a journal, some ...

Ever find yourself Googling "How to recover from someone else’s addiction" at 2 a.m. while eating handfuls of Goldfish? Yeah, me too. I didn’t quite give up the Goldfish, but I did give up the Googling. Eventually. Today we're talking about...

Relapse isn’t a failure. It’s a reminder that you’re human and still growing. Whether you’re newly sober or have been rockin' your recovery for years, relapse prevention is a lifelong practice. In today’s episode, we’re diving into real-world s...

This guided workbook will help you identify warning signs, manage setbacks, and build a strong support system to keep your recovery on track. Use it as a personal guide to strengthen your awareness and develop a proactive relapse prevention ...

If you’re in recovery, you already know that communication is crucial. If you’re the loved one of someone in recovery, you know how important communication is for healing—not just for them but for you, too. Today I share about communicating in ...

In this bonus episode, I share a quick meditation for moments you feel angry or overwhelmed. It perfectly complements my previous podcast, Managing Triggers When You're Angry.

What do you do when anger flares up? How do you keep it from dragging you down a path you’ve worked so hard to leave behind? That’s what we’re talking about today: real, practical ways to manage anger and its triggers, whether you're in recover...

It’s easy to forget how you're actually feeling until your emotions are like adding Mentos to a bottle of Coke—they explode. That’s where an emotional check-in comes in—it’s like hitting “pause” on life to see what’s really going on inside. Lis...

Core beliefs are like a little puppeteer pulling the strings behind the scenes. When someone gives you a funny look, and your brain translates it to “They think I’m worthless,” it’s not the look making you feel that way; it’s your core belief t...

Let’s continue to talk about triggers. No, not the kind that set off alarm bells—though some days, urges and stress can feel just as explosive. I mean the sneaky dudes that can send you down a rabbit hole of old habits. (Here are the

You’ve been through the wringer—relational trauma, betrayal, addiction, and the emotional equivalent of walking barefoot on broken glass while swallowing fire. Healing isn’t just a straight path; it’s a zigzag of breakthroughs, setbacks, and th...

Addiction—whether it involves substances, behaviors, or habits—can feel like an uphill battle. The cravings, the triggers, the relentless pull to give in... it’s overwhelming, like trying to diet while trapped in a bakery. But under...

Let’s be real: boundaries are no fun to set, but if you’re navigating recovery from addiction and healing, boundaries aren’t just helpful—they’re essential. Think of them as your GPS, steering you away from the potholes and speedbumps and towar...

If talking about your feelings gives you a knot in your stomach, worry not my Superstars, I’ve got a solution for you: use a color exercise instead. 

Have you ever felt blindsided by an emotion that takes you back to a dark place?I’m here to tell you something important: there’s a way through. Today, I’m thrilled to dive into another installment of my series on triggers. This time, we...

Sobriety and healing are achievable, and you can make it happen. I’ve done it, and so can you. In my podcast, I share the tools and knowledge you need to attain lasting sobriety and healing for those struggling and their loved ones. I've bee...

This is a bonus episode and a perfect companion to yesterday’s podcast. I'll guide you through a quick yet powerful meditation to help you center yourself, release tension, and navigate emotional triggers. 

Triggers. They’re those sneaky emotional responses that come out of nowhere, right? You think you’re doing okay, and then wham—a feeling hits you like a ton of bricks. But here’s the good news: you can manage them. In fact, you mus...

Deciding that you're going to quit using your DOC -drug of choice - is a major life choice. It can feel overwhelming and scary, but it's also one full of hope and promise too. Knowing the first steps to take can help lay a solid foundation for ...

Deciding that you're going to quit using your DOC -drug of choice - is a major life decision. It can feel overwhelming and scary, but it's also one full of hope and promise too. Knowing the first steps to take can help lay a solid foundation fo...

Looking for addiction and healing self-care tips in one place? Then, this podcast is for you. It's so jam-packed with tips that I had to break it into two parts. This is part two. For the first part, check out last week's episode.I'll b...

Looking for addiction and healing self-care tips in one place? Then, this podcast is for you. It's so jam-packed with tips that I had to break it into two parts. Be sure to visit next week for part two!

Codependency & Addiction: Can you be in recovery and codependent? I was, and I hated that word so much! My husband was codependent, too. It turns out that I misunderstood what the word meant. It's a coping mechanism, and in this episode, I ...

Looking for more ways to manage your triggers? Today, you can learn about "riding out" the intensity of a trigger by using the Urge Surfing technique. This technique is great for addiction recovery and betrayal trauma. You can also learn how to...