Recovery Matters Podcast Episode 164 | TJ, Dani, and Jamie share their powerful stories of overcoming addiction and achieving long-term recovery. Each discusses their personal journey, detailing the moments that led them to seek help and the pivotal role their support networks played. They touch on the challenges and growth experienced in recovery, the importance of asking for help, and how being candid and setting boundaries has transformed their lives. The episode highlights the significance of connection, self-forgiveness, and being present, particularly as parents. They offer words of hope and practical advice for those currently struggling with addiction, emphasizing that recovery is possible and varied in its pathways.

00:00 Introduction and Host Introductions

00:44 Personal Recovery Stories

03:07 Life After Rehab

04:04 Support Systems and Community

08:00 Challenges and Growth in Recovery

15:56 Parenting and Breaking Cycles

20:29 Connecting Over Hip Hop

20:45 Forming Lasting Friendships

22:38 Parenting and Recovery

22:59 Learning New Words

23:28 The Gift of Discernment

24:07 Trust and Boundaries

24:57 Handling Emotions in Recovery

28:14 Speaking Up and Setting Boundaries

34:33 Parenting Reflections

38:21 Words of Encouragement

40:03 Conclusion and Gratitude

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Recovery Matters Podcast Episode 163 | Amilya, who experienced a tumultuous early life with familial addiction, turned to substances following a traumatic event in college. She describes her struggle with PTSD, anxiety, and depression, which led her to self-medicate with marijuana and alcohol. However, seeking a healthier path, she discovered the Connecticut Community for Addiction Recovery (CCAR) and embraced their resources. With the support of her mother, fiancé, and a solid recovery community, Amilya found balance and purpose. Now, she is thriving academically, interning, and deeply involved in helping others on their recovery journeys. Her story is a testament to the transformative power of recovery and community support.

00:00 Introduction and Host's Background

00:18 Guest Introduction and Early Life

00:57 Struggles with Addiction and Trauma

04:47 Path to Recovery and CCAR Involvement

06:40 Experiences in Recovery and Relationships

22:21 Future Aspirations and Current Recovery Practices

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Recovery Matters Podcast Episode 162 | Host TJ sits down with Michael Brunk, a passionate recovery ally. Michael delves deep into his family's experience with addiction, highlighting the significant impact on the family unit and the essential support needed for those in recovery. He reflects on his brother's active struggle with substance use and the pivotal moments that led Michael to make personal changes. Through his career in wellness, Michael shifted his focus from self-indulgence to helping others, bringing a unique perspective from the family's side of addiction. Together, TJ and Michael explore themes of family, self-love, personal growth, and the importance of a supportive community in the recovery journey.

00:00 Introduction to the Recovery Matters Podcast

00:23 Michael Brunk's Family and Addiction

01:09 Personal Struggles and Turning Points

01:58 The Impact of Addiction on Family

02:46 Recognizing and Addressing Addiction

04:27 The Role of Wellness in Recovery

12:29 Supporting Families in Crisis

21:00 Navigating Recovery Challenges

21:30 The Role of Family and Support Systems

22:22 Statistics and Realities of Treatment

24:48 Personal Stories and Experiences

29:46 The Importance of Self-Love in Recovery

34:12 Spirituality and Recovery

39:12 Concluding Thoughts and Gratitude

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