
The One Day At A Time Recovery Podcast
This podcast is about recovery from alcoholism, drug addiction, sobriety and the journey of recovery, community and healing. The stories are inspiring, funny and touching. They will provide hope and help others to feel like they are not alone. Today is the day to start living the life of your dreams and be who you were meant to be! For more resources, visit odaatchat.com or visit us on Facebook, search ODAAT Chat Podcast
Latest episodes

Feb 5, 2022 • 56min
OC196 Nikki Myers from Addiction to the Yoga of 12 Step Work
Connect with Nikki Myers Visit Website: y12sr.com Lightning Round Answers: Book recommendation: Whole Brain Living: The Anatomy of Choice and the Four Characters That Drive Our Life by Dr Jill Bolte Tayler Favorite Quote: Next good, right, honest thing What I wish I knew: Recovery isn’t linear Be sure to follow me on Instagram for daily inspiration: @odaatpodcast and @arlinaallen Hello Loves, Thank you for downloading the podcast, my name is Arlina, and I’ll be your host. I’m excited to introduce you to today’s guest, the super fabulous Nikki Myers. She is the founder of y12sr, a website and community that combines yoga and the 12 step program in such a beautiful way, that it’s an experience you don’t want to miss. We talk about her recovery journey that started after she reached a bottom from crack cocaine and alcohol in 1987, and how her journey included a couple of relapses, but ultimately lead her to the beautiful place of peace where she is now. Before we jump in, please be sure to subscribe on iTunes, Spotify and follow the podcast on Instagram, @odaatpodcast for daily inspiration and resources. At the end of this conversation, my heart felt full from all the wisdom she shared and I hope you feel the same. So with that, please enjoy this episode, with Nikki!

Jan 28, 2022 • 1h 1min
OC195 - Michelle Farris on Healing Eating Disorders and Codependency
Lightning Round Answers: Book recommendations: Codependent No More, by Melody Beattie Overeaters Anonymous Twelve steps and 12 Traditions CBT Workbook for Perfectionists by Sharon Martin Favorite Quote: This too shall pass What I wish I knew: Recovery is a continuous process Be sure to follow me on Instagram for daily inspiration: @odaatpodcast and @arlinaallen Hello Loves, Thank you for downloading the podcast, my name is Arlina, and I’ll be your host. In case you didn’t know, you can subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or new episodes delivered right to your inbox by joining my newsletter at odaatchat.com. You can also get daily sobriety inspiration on Instagram, just follow @odaatpodcast Today you’ll hear from licensed marriage and family therapist, Michelle Farris. She helps people resolve anger, and heal from eating disorders and codependency, among other areas of focus. I learned so much in this conversation with Michelle, like: Why we can’t will ourselves to be ready to do the work How core issues show up as trigger The difference between codependent and narcissistic How to identify if you have codependency issues And so much more…in fact, we’re going to record some additional conversations around how to process anger, so stay tuned for that. I’d love to hear what resonated with you the most, so drop me a line on the socials or email me at arlina@soberlifeschool.com - So with that, please enjoy this episode with Michelle

Jan 22, 2022 • 54min
OC194 12 Step Homework Part 4, Steps 10, 11, and 12
Resources: https://www.AA.org https://www.hazelden.org/store/item/233?Keep-It-Simple-Working-The-12-Steps Be sure to follow me on Instagram for daily inspiration: @odaatpodcast and @arlinaallen Show Notes: Hello Loves, Thank you for downloading the podcast, my name is Arlina, and I’ll be your host. In this week's episode, Brooke Collins and I are reviewing 12 step homework we did from steps 10-12. We chat for few minutes before jumping in, but hang in there, cuz you made it to the end and this is a great conversation! Just a reminder that we do not represent AA and we are simply sharing our combined experience of 37 years of continuous sobriety, which for us means abstinence. The books we use are the “Alcoholics Anonymous” book and the “Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions” which can be accessed for free at AA.org If you are enjoying this series, and past guest episodes, please take a few minutes to rate and review the podcast on iTunes. It helps our rankings which in turn helps people suffering with addictions find us. We do a live Q&A on Instagram on Tuesdays at 4:00 PM PST and 7:00 PM EST. Just follow me on Instagram @arlinaallen or Brooke @brookecollinscoaching So with that, please enjoy this episode with Brooke!

Jan 16, 2022 • 51min
OC193 12 Step Homework Part 3, Steps 7-9
Thank you for downloading the podcast, my name is Arlina, and I’ll be your host. In this week's episode, Brooke Collins and I are reviewing 12 step homework we did from steps 7-9. The books we use are the “Alcoholics Anonymous” book and the “Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions” which can be accessed for free at AA.org Just a reminder that we do not represent AA and we are simply sharing our combined experience of 37 years of continuous sobriety, which for us means abstinence. I do have one request for you who are listening today. If you are enjoying this series, and past guest episodes, please take a few minutes to rate and review the podcast on iTunes. It helps our rankings which in turn helps people suffering with addictions find us. We do a live Q&A on Instagram on Tuesdays at 4:00 PM PST and 7:00 PM EST. Just follow me on Instagram @arlinaallen or Brooke @brookecollinscoaching So with that, please enjoy this episode with Brooke!

Jan 8, 2022 • 52min
OC192-12 Step Homework Part 2, Steps 4-6
In this week's episode, Brooke Collins and I are reviewing 12 step homework we did from steps 4-6. The books we use are the “Alcoholics Anonymous” book and the “Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions” which can be accessed for free at AA.org Just a reminder that we do not represent AA and we are simply sharing our combined experience of 37 years of continuous sobriety, which for us means abstinence. I do have one request for you who are listening today. If you are enjoying this series, and past guest episodes, please take a few minutes to rate and review the podcast on iTunes. It helps our rankings which in turn helps those who are suffering with addictions. In recovery rooms we are taught that we are responsible to be there when others need us. Simply by rating the podcast you are helping those just like you, to find the solutions and support they need to get and stay sober. Your support means the world to us, so thank you from the bottom of my heart. So with that, please enjoy this episode with Brooke!

Jan 7, 2022 • 56min
OC191 Ryan Hampton, Author of "Unsettled" Shares His Addiction Recovery Story and New Book!
Hello Loves, Thank you for downloading the podcast, my name is Arlina, and I’ll be your host. Today I’m excited to bring you a conversation I had with author and recovery advocate, Ryan Hampton. Ryan recently published a new book detailing the Purdue Pharma bankruptcy, which will not only shock and infuriate you, but will also give you hope and inspire you to take action locally. We are truly in the midst of an opioid crisis that is not going away any time soon. The repercussions will echo for decades and we need all hands on deck. Some of the details of this story are sickening but I found the book to be compelling in a very positive way. It reaffirmed my own personal desire to help as many people as I can. So on that note, I’m hosting a 4 part series called “12 Step Homework” with my friend and Certified Coach, Brooke Collins. We thought it would be helpful to share our combined 37 years of sobriety and experience with working the 12 steps with those of you who are either wanting ideas on what homework to give your sponcees, or what exercises you can do with a sponsor. Last week’s episode was on steps 1-3 and this week we’ll cover steps 4-6. Here’s the fun part: you can actually join us LIVE on Instagram Tuesday nights at 5:00pm MST/ 7:00 EST and ask us questions or share the step homework you did. We did it last week and it was a lot of fun! Just follow me on Instagram and look for @arlinaallen to join us live So with that, please enjoy this episode with Ryan!

Jan 1, 2022 • 1h 2min
OC190 - 12 Step Homework Part 1
Please Subscribe For More Episodes! iTunes: https://apple.co/30g6ALF Spotify: https://odaatchat.libsyn.com/spotify Stitcher: https://bit.ly/3n0taNQ YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/2UpR5Lo Connect with Brook & Arlina Since this is a new year, Brooke and I thought we’d do a 4 part series on 12 step homework. Disclaimer: We are NOT representing AA, so don’t get your panties in a wad. We are simply sharing our experience in hopes that it’s helpful. In this episode, which is part 1, we talk about the first 3 steps, but we also talk about how we picked a sponsor, what their role is and offer some exercises that help us achieve long term sobriety. We are going to do a Facebook / Instagram live on Tuesday so you can ask questions, or share what kind of homework you did on the first 3 steps. Just follow us on IG for details. My account is @arlinaallen and brooke’s is @brookecollinscoaching Or you can email me at arlina@odaatchat.com We’d love to hear from you! So with that, please enjoy this episode on steps 1-3 Follow on Instagram: @brookcollinscoaching @arlinaallen @odaatpodcast

Dec 25, 2021 • 60min
OC189 Tim Lodgen - From 27 Years of Alcoholism to Inspiring Others By Living in Recovery
Hello Loves, Thank you for downloading the podcast, my name is Arlina, and I’ll be your host. In case we haven’t met yet, I am a certified Recovery Coach and Hypnotist. I am obsessed with all things recovery, including neuroscience, reprogramming the subconscious mind, law of attraction, all forms of personal growth and spirituality. I have been practicing abstinence from drugs and alcohol since 4/23/94, and I believe in people finding what works for them. If you haven’t already, please subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or follow us on Instagram at @odaatpodcast so you don’t miss out on any upcoming episodes like this one. Today I have the honor of sharing a very touching story from my new friend Tim Lodgen. I found Tim’s openness and vulnerability to be truly courageous. He has a huge following on Instagram already and he shares the message of hope in a profound way. His stories will both bring a tear to your eye, but in that magical way that only those of us in recovery really understand. It was such a pleasure to speak with Tim today. I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did.

Dec 9, 2021 • 1h 4min
OC188 Brooke Collins - Surviving Domestic Violence, and Recovery from Alcoholism
Please Subscribe For More Episodes! iTunes: https://apple.co/30g6ALF Spotify: https://odaatchat.libsyn.com/spotify Stitcher: https://bit.ly/3n0taNQ YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/2UpR5Lo Be sure to follow me on Instagram for daily inspiration: @odaatpodcast and @arlinaallen Connect with Brooke! Visit Website: https://www.innovativecoachbrooke.com/ Follow on Instagram: @brookecollinscoaching Hello Loves, Thank you for downloading the podcast, my name is Arlina, and I’ll be your host. Today I'd like to introduce you to the lovely Brooke Collins. She’s been sober for nearly 10 years at the time of this recording. An amazing accomplishment considering where she came from. She was addicted to alcohol, in an abusive relationship and had a small child. That is a TOUGH pit to climb out of, but with the help of a recovery community and her higher power, she recovered and has built a beautiful life for herself and her daughter. I’m so happy to share her story with you! Before we jump in, I’d like to ask you to follow the podcast on Instagram, the account is @odaatpodcast. I’m creating a ton of content that follows the lessons from Sobriety Reset, a self paced, online course for sobriety. the cover topics like, how to finally answer the question “am I an alcoholic?” How to handle social events sober, how to diffuse emotional triggers, how to resolve past trauma, how to create a quick but effective daily practice to maintain sobriety and much more. If you want to learn more about the course, just visit SobrietyReset.com. So there you have it, please enjoy this episode with the beautiful soul, Brooke Collins!

Dec 2, 2021 • 1h 4min
OC187- My Husband Bob Allen on Having 33 Years of Sobriety
Please Subscribe For More Episodes! iTunes: https://apple.co/30g6ALF Spotify: https://odaatchat.libsyn.com/spotify Stitcher: https://bit.ly/3n0taNQ YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/2UpR5Lo If you’re not already, please follow the podcast on instagram to see behind the scenes clips, upcoming guests, and we are now doing IG Lives with our new inhouse writer, Jennifer MacArthur. You can find it by searching for: @odaatpodcast Today I’ll be interviewing my most favorite person in the world…my husband! I met him shortly after I got sober in 94 and besides getting sober, he’s the best thing that’s happened to me. Bob just celebrated 33 years of continuous sobriety. I love his recovery story and I’m so excited to share it with you! So with that, please enjoy this episode, with Bob. Be sure to follow me on Instagram for daily inspiration: @odaatpodcast and @arlinaallen