The One Day At A Time Recovery Podcast

Hey Friends, Thank you for downloading the podcast, my name is Arlina, and I'll be your host. Today, my guest is Mackenzie, a dear friend from my hometown. She's now a fitness expert in recovery, but she's come a long way and I can't wait for you to hear her story! To hear more episodes like this one, along with recommendations for books, meditations, and other recovery resources I discover I reserve for my private Facebook group, just visit odaatchat.com and subscribe to the weekly newsletter. So there ya have it, let's jump into the conversation, with Mackenzie!

Hey Friends, Thank you for downloading the podcast, my name is Arlina, and I'll be your host. Today, my guest is Brock Bevell. Brock is a family man with 7 children, six daughters, and one son. He is a retired Police Officer who was run over on duty and ultimately retired from the injuries. Today, Brock inspires thousands to overcome their struggle with drug addiction without medications and intensive rehabilitation. Brock shows a tremendous amount of courage by being so transparent about his addiction, having been a former undercover detective. I know from other conversations with first responders just how much PTSD they have to deal with, so it's truly an honor to provide a space where someone like Brock can tell the truth and help destigmatize the need to get help. To hear more episodes like this one, just visit odaatchat.com or you can subscribe to the newsletter and get new episodes delivered right to your inbox. So there ya have it, let's jump into the conversation, with Brock!

Lightning Round Questions Favorite quote: "Find The Good And Focus On It" Favorite books: Recovery, by Russel Brand - https://amzn.to/2WOvxca Recovery Routine: Wake up at 5:00 am, 3 hours of journaling, meditation, exercise, connection throughout the day. Well Hello Hello Thank you for downloading the podcast, my name is Arlina, and I'll be your host. Today, my guest is Tim Ringgold, TedX speaker, board-certified music therapist, and author of Sonic Recovery-Harness the Power of Music To Stay Sober (link in show notes at odaatchat.com) https://amzn.to/3n4jked I gotta tell you, Tim is such a wealth of knowledge and he delivered so many helpful ideas, suggestions, and resources, I could barely keep up! We talked a lot about how to deal with stress, which is a huge trigger for people in recovery. Tim is hosting the Stress Elimination Summit, which has an amazing lineup of speakers including Tommy Rosen, David Aspery, and yours truly! You can register for free at stresseliminationsummit.com So there ya have it, let's jump into the conversation, with Tim!

Lightning Round Questions Favorite quote: "Sobriety Delivers What Drinking Promised" Favorite books: This Naked Mind by Annie Grace, Untamed, Alcoholics Anonymous, aka "Big Book" Recovery Routine: "Self Care is a non-negotiable" Hello, my loves! Thank you for downloading the podcast, my name is Arlina, and I'll be your host. Today, my guest is Michelle Smith, creator of the very popular FB Group, Recovery Is The New Black, a digital community for moms in recovery. As a wife and working mother of two, Michelle fell into the "mommy juice" drinking culture. She found a way out and has been in recovery from alcohol abuse since 2016. As a certified addiction and mental health counselor, she provides services to other moms who are seeking supportive alternatives to a boozy culture that tells us alcohol is an accessory to motherhood. Michelle has 20 years of experience in the field of addiction medicine and behavioral health treatment. One last thing before we jump in, if you are struggling to get your first 30 days alcohol-free, you can enroll in Sobriety Reset, a private online course, with videos and worksheets designed to help you overcome the most challenging hurdles in early sobriety. Things like emotional triggers, how to handle social events, boredom, sleep issues, and more. All the most effective strategies & lessons I've learned over my 26 years in recovery and as a coach. Plus if you decide to enroll before January 1st, you'll save $60 on the program. For all the details, visit SobrietyRest.com So without further ado, please enjoy this wide-ranging conversation, with Michelle!

Well hello, my loves! Thank you for downloading the podcast, my name is Arlina, and I'll be your host. I've been doing a ton of recording lately, with some exciting guests including Michelle Smith from Recovery is The New Black, Brock Bevell from Chase the Vase, and my new friend, Meg Love. There are just so many amazing people doing the work of spreading hope to people who need it most and I can't wait for you to meet them and fall in love with them as I have. Well today, my guest is Archie Messersmith-Bunting, aka The Feelings Guy. His story is important because until we spoke, I realized there was an underrepresented demographic from the LGBT community, which I intend to correct moving forward. Archie was so much fun to talk to, had such insight and wisdom and I just loved his transparency as he shared his story. One last thing before we jump in, if you could leave a review on iTunes, it will improve the rankings and help people new to recovery find the podcast. So without further ado, please enjoy this conversation, with Archie!

Well hello, my loves! Thank you for downloading the podcast, my name is Arlina, and I'll be your host. I'll keep the intro short, but I will share that I have some exciting plans for the podcast. I'll be adding a second weekly episode that will cover "Recovery Rants" by yours truly, and a series on how to work the 12 steps. Announcements will be delivered in the newsletter, so if you're not on it yet, you can sign up at odaatchat.com Today my guest is Vanessa Klugman. She is a retired physician, ACC certified life and recovery coach, and owner of Resilience Recovery Coaching. Vanessa shares her story, which includes a moment of reckoning that is like a scene that is right out of the movies. Like most of us, the fall from grace is painful, but sometimes the greatest gifts come from our biggest failures and this is one of those stories. One last thing before we jump in, if you would, please leave a review on iTunes, it helps other people find the podcast and it's a huge encouragement for me as well. So without further ado, please enjoy this conversation, with Vanessa!

Well hello, my loves! Thank you for downloading the podcast, my name is Arlina, and I'll be your host. For those of you who are new to recovery, books are one of the best investments you can make. Audiobooks are my jam, I have over 100 at the moment so there's that. I actually have a link to Audible.com on the ODAATchat.com website, where you can get your first one free. Also on the website is a loooong list of books that have changed my life - It's listed at the top of the page under resources. The book currently blowing my hair back is: "Running On Empty" by Jonice Webb and Christine Musello. It's about Childhood Emotional Neglect and how it affects your self-esteem and relationships, later in life. By adding in audiobooks, you're spending less time on any negative thoughts, literally edging them out, and replacing it with a positive thought. So get some books, and rewire your brain! Today my guest is Brad Haber, Psychotherapist, Certified Addiction Professional, Certified in Clinical Hypnosis. I'm looking to add hypnotherapy to my personal development and that's when I came across Brad Haber. I noticed that he specializes in helping people with addictions, which is really important to me, so I asked him to come on the podcast to talk about how hypnotherapy can help people overcome addiction and prevent relapse. One last thing before we jump in, if you would, please leave a review on iTunes, it helps other people find the podcast and it's a huge encouragement for me as well. So without further ado, please enjoy this conversation, with Brad

Hey Friends! Thank you for downloading the podcast, my name is Arlina, and I'll be your host. So, it's with a heavy heart that I share the news, we lost a good friend in our community. We affectionately called him "Big Chris". He was not only big in stature, but he had a bigger than life personality. He had a wicked sense of humor and a heart of gold. If he got up to speak at a meeting, you knew it was going to be good because he was both hilarious and profoundly wise. He was guest #24 on the podcast, and I had to go back and hear his voice again. It was so bittersweet to listen to him tell his story, but I'm forever grateful I had the chance to record that conversation. I'll leave a link to that episode in the show notes, or you can do a search for Big Chris on the website, at odaatchat.com Episode #24 Big Chris - Sober 29 years, Cocaine, Alcoholism, Dealing with Depression and Sponsorship Click here to listen: http://bit.ly/2DKa7pw Today my guest is Elizabeth Kupferman, who happens to be a grief counselor, and she's the brilliant creator behind the popular IG account, @advancedbitches (she's one of us, y'all). Considering how we just lost a friend, I thought it was perfect timing to speak with Elizabeth and discuss her book, "The Irreverent Grief Guide: How to F*cking Survive Months 1-3". At one point or another, we all need to learn to deal with grief. And if your heart is hurting from grief right now, I hope you find some relief. So without further ado, please enjoy this conversation, with Elizabeth!

Hey Friends, Thanks for downloading the podcast! My name is Arlina and I'll be your host. Before we jump in I have a big announcement to share with you: If you are new to the idea of living an alcohol-free lifestyle or know someone who is, (we're calling it "Sober Curious" these days) I'm launching a new class called "Sobriety Reset-How to stop drinking for 30 Days" to help you get that first month under your belt. What I want you to know is that you CAN stop drinking - Even through the holidays! You don't have to have another crappy holiday because you did something you regret on what is supposed to be a special event. The idea behind Sobriety Reset comes from my own torturous experience in my early 20's when I knew drinking was a problem, but I wasn't ready for a 12 step program. It's what I wish I had at the time to save myself the shame and humiliation that comes from drinking too much. At the time, I really didn't think I was "That Bad" but my life was a mess, romantically, professionally, and even in my friendships, and I just couldn't figure out how to get a grip on my drinking. I spent 2 painful years suffering through my own research before I finally got what I needed, so my hope is that this course will be a short cut through that process for you and save you from needless heartache and suffering. This is a self-study course with videos, audios, worksheets, and online support, that you can use in the privacy of your own home. It answers big questions like "Am I an alcoholic" and "What will I do for fun" or "How to avoid drinking triggers" and even those embarrassing questions around "Sober Sex", which is a really big issue. There's 6 modules in total and some bonus content too. It launches Nov 24th, so head on over to SobrietyReset.com to get notified of when it's available, and if you do, there will be a special surprise for you! Today my guest is Dr. Efosa Air. He's got more degrees than a thermometer, and such a passion for helping people out of suffering. I felt so lucky that I got to spend some time with him. He shares some really powerful stories, insights into the mechanics of the brain as it relates to addiction, and many practical solutions to common problems people face early in recovery. He is very accessible and relatable, so don't be shy! If you would like to connect, you can find him through his website at addictionblueprint.com and Facebook Group. I'll leave links in the show notes, so head on over to odaatchat.com to get in touch. So with that, please enjoy this episode with Dr. Air!