Sobertown Podcast
Addiction/Recovery
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About Sobertown
Sobertown is a growing community of like-minded people in recovery helping others start or maintain their sobriety.
We refer to ourselves as “Sober Warriors” because the fight against addiction is a grisly battle that takes no prisoners. Real people die every day from complications and repercussions of long-term alcohol use, a tragic end that is 100% preventable through increased awareness and connection.
Alcohol is so pervasive and normalized in our culture that it often gets a free pass into our lives when it’s really a cancer-causing drug that can slowly wreak havoc on all states of our well-being: physical, emotional, social, spiritual, environmental, vocational, and intellectual.
But we’re not here simply to shine a light on alcohol’s ugly side.
We’re forming a village of sober individuals from all walks of life that share a common goal - to support others in recovery while also increasing the dialogue around the many positive aspects of sobriety versus the darkness of addiction.
Episodes
Tuesday May 17, 2022
Tuesday May 17, 2022
BPD & Substance Abuse Disorder - Emily 'Fraulein'
Borderline Personality Disorder (or BPD) is an emotional regulation disorder characterized by impulsivity, self-harm, instability, and often heavy substance abuse. After a life crisis in 2019, Fraulein was admitted to the psychiatric hospital, where she was diagnosed with this misunderstood and heavily stigmatized disorder. In the years since, she has found healing through specialized therapy, sobriety, and most importantly - self-compassion. In this episode, she dives into the symptomatic overlap between BPD and substance abuse disorder, describes the comorbidity between the two, and takes us through a practical exercise used in DBT (dialectical behavioral therapy)- a powerful tool to help us conquer impulsivity and take a stand against bad choices.
Other Sober Resources:
I Am Sober App
Getting Sober ...Again
Boom Rethink The Drink
Recovery Movie Meet-Ups
No Sippy No Slippy. Not Another Drop No matter What. Remember to Pour The Poison Down The Sink!! Sobertownpodcast.com
Sunday May 15, 2022
Sunday May 15, 2022
Something strange started to happen to MMC13 in her pre-teen years; the whole world suddenly became a barrage on her senses; sounds were too loud, sights were overwhelming, and there seemed to be no reason for it. The condition led her to isolation and misery through much of her teenage and young adult life, and likely played a part in her early drinking as a coping mechanism. Fast-forward 20 years, and the condition(s) finally have names! Misophonia and Misokinesia, which literally translate to mean 'hatred of sound', and 'hatred of movement'. Join us as she explains what these conditions are, how they affected her, and why she believes they're much more common than we realize.
Other Sober Resources:
I Am Sober App
Getting Sober ...Again
Boom Rethink The Drink
Recovery Movie Meet-Ups
No Sippy No Slippy. Not Another Drop No matter What. Remember to Pour The Poison Down The Sink!! Sobertownpodcast.com
Sunday May 15, 2022
Sunday May 15, 2022
Regret and Shame Positive Recovery with Corinna In today’s podcast, I talk about these two very strong emotions. We all have them, and at times tend to wallow in them, but it is not a nice place to be. Today I offer some ideas on how to let them go and move on. Keep focusing on controlling the things you can and not resisting the things you cannot Www.sobertownpodcast.com 🍵🫖☕️💦 Chin Chin💖🙋🏻♀️
My communities are:
www.Sobertownpodcast.com
I Am Sober - Corinna Dotty Pot currently at 21 months
Instagram @canamgirluk YouTube: Positive Recovery with Corinna (link in my Instagram bio)
Other Sober Resources:
I Am Sober App
Getting Sober ...Again
Boom Rethink The Drink
Recovery Movie Meet-Ups
No Sippy No Slippy. Not Another Drop No matter What. Remember to Pour The Poison Down The Sink!! Sobertownpodcast.com
Wednesday May 11, 2022
Wednesday May 11, 2022
Peggi Coney Author of "The Other Side of Alcohol"
Peggy did not have a drinking problem until her 50's. Having it all, a beautiful family, two homes and also a dream job teaching social work. In 2008, Peggi received a service award amongst seventeen hundred and fifty colleagues and still could not put the drink down. A drinking incident at a reunion family picnic resulted in her daughter saying "if she wanted a relationship with her family she needed to address this problem". Peggy was crushed as she valued her family more than she could bear to lose them. Author of The Other Side Of Alcohol, she takes you through her journey and how she turned her life around. I want the stigma and shame gone, everybody has a valid story and deserves to be heard. It brings us to where we are today. Peggi says "you need to constantly forgive yourself". I could not agree more. The greatest gift you can give yourself is to pour the poison down the sink!
Other Sober Resources:
I Am Sober App
Getting Sober ...Again
Boom Rethink The Drink
Recovery Movie Meet-Ups
No Sippy No Slippy. Not Another Drop No matter What. Remember to Pour The Poison Down The Sink!! Sobertownpodcast.com
Thursday May 05, 2022
Thursday May 05, 2022
AcetaldehydePositive Recovery with Corinna
In today’s podcast, I talk about alcohol, the liver, acetaldehyde and arsenic and how this actually affects us Keep focusing on controlling the things you can and not resisting the things you cannot Www.sobertownpodcast.com 🍵🫖☕️💦 Chin Chin💖🙋🏻♀️
My communities are:
www.Sobertownpodcast.com
I Am Sober - Corinna Dotty Pot currently at 21 months
Instagram @canamgirluk YouTube: Positive Living with Sobriety and Disability (link in my Instagram bio)
Other Sober Resources:
I Am Sober App
Getting Sober ...Again
Boom Rethink The Drink
Recovery Movie Meet-Ups
No Sippy No Slippy. Not Another Drop No matter What. Remember to Pour The Poison Down The Sink!! Sobertownpodcast.com
Wednesday May 04, 2022
Wednesday May 04, 2022
SoberSeedling was a good Christian, conservative, straight A student who at a young age was addicted to perfectionism. She attended a Christian College, became a Middle School theatre teacher, still performs today as a singer and works for a brewing company.
After a failed marriage, she simultaneously falls apart and blossoms. Unhealthy relationship patterning leads to domestic violence, as she continues attempting to “fix or save” her partners, while neglecting herself. Her self worth is crushed and her 'identity' questioned, ultimately feeding a growing addiction to alcohol. Her story is one of hope and resilience.
A huge empath, she holds space for everyone and is practicing doing the same for herself. The way she expresses and writes with such honesty will certainly help other victims of domestic violence before it could be too late. And please if you think this may be you, see professional help and pour the poison down the sink.
Other Sober Resources:
I Am Sober App
Getting Sober ...Again
Boom Rethink The Drink
Recovery Movie Meet-Ups
No Sippy No Slippy. Not Another Drop No matter What. Remember to Pour The Poison Down The Sink!! Sobertownpodcast.com
Friday Apr 29, 2022
Friday Apr 29, 2022
MMC13 remembers thinking at the early age of twenty that she may have an issue with alcohol. Adopted to a loving couple she recalls a normal childhood until her teenage years presented challenges being bullied so she starting drinking to "fit in" like so many teenagers do. Diagnosed with Misophobia & Misokinesia (hatred of certain sounds & movements), MMC explains her high sensitivity. She works her sobriety and accumulates seven and a half years. Her passion for seven family furries and 'rescues' and we both agree that giving back in community fills our souls. Thoughts of moderation pass through and she finds herself at that pivotal moment when it's you or alcohol. Only ONE will win. A fascinating listen where I learnt so much. Thank you MM13.
On a personal note..I lost my friend Karl yesterday and dedicate this podcast to him and his beautiful partner Debbie & his children Cody and Tahlia. See you on the other side mate💚.
Other Sober Resources:
I Am Sober App
Getting Sober ...Again
Boom Rethink The Drink
Recovery Movie Meet-Ups
No Sippy No Slippy. Not Another Drop No matter What. Remember to Pour The Poison Down The Sink!! Sobertownpodcast.com
Wednesday Apr 27, 2022
Wednesday Apr 27, 2022
Sobriety is my Superpower! King13 interviews Lu_cey
Lu_cey wants to shine a light to people in sobriety. Growing up in the French culture she was aware of the effects that alcohol could have. At seventy days sober, she believes sobriety is her 'super power'. Listen to how she describes facing her issues that has allowed her to progress positively into sobriety. Today she is a thriving business woman, her passion for life is uplifting. Never feel guilty for feeling like your path is easy. We understand the path is long. Enjoy her adorable accent. Till next time, poor the poison down the sink💚
Other Sober Resources:
I Am Sober App
Getting Sober ...Again
Boom Rethink The Drink
Recovery Movie Meet-Ups
No Sippy No Slippy. Not Another Drop No matter What. Remember to Pour The Poison Down The Sink!! Sobertownpodcast.com
Sunday Apr 24, 2022
Sunday Apr 24, 2022
Diet, Vitamins, exercise and SupplementsPositive Recovery with Corinna In recovery, we start to realize just how much we let nearly every area of our life go. How we stopped looking after ourselves and meeting even some of our basic needs. We know sobriety isn’t just putting down the drink, although that can actually help with nutrition. But, like everything else, we have to work it. In today’s podcast, I look at different types of diet, cross addiction, exercise and Craig Becks suggested vitamin regime to help quit alcohol Keep focusing on controlling the things you can and not resisting the things you cannot Www.sobertownpodcast.com 🍵🫖☕️💦 Chin Chin💖🙋🏻♀️
My communities are:
www.Sobertownpodcast.com
I Am Sober - Corinna Dotty Pot currently at 600 days
Instagram @canamgirluk
YouTube: Positive Living with Sobriety and Disability (link in my Instagram bio)
Other Sober Resources:
I Am Sober App
Getting Sober ...Again
Boom Rethink The Drink
Recovery Movie Meet-Ups
No Sippy No Slippy. Not Another Drop No matter What. Remember to Pour The Poison Down The Sink!! Sobertownpodcast.com
Wednesday Apr 20, 2022
Wednesday Apr 20, 2022
A-Rod hits 9 Months Sober 4/25.....BOOOOOM!!
A-Rod sits with Drifter and discuss A-Rod's latest journey through his Sobriety and Recovery. There are times in recovery where we need regroup and narrow our focus. Recovery can easily get really big and overwhelming at times.
As always A-Rod, Thank you for all you do in these sober communities!!
You can visit with A-Rod Monday nights 830pm EST on our Rewired Support Group Zooms. Just type bit.ly/rewiredzooms into your browser or go to Sobertownpodcast.com, scroll to the bottom (footer) and click the Rewired or Sobertown Zoom Shortcut.
Other Sober Resources:
I Am Sober App
Getting Sober ...Again
Boom Rethink The Drink
Recovery Movie Meet-Ups
No Sippy No Slippy. Not Another Drop No matter What. Remember to Pour The Poison Down The Sink!! Sobertownpodcast.com
Friday Apr 15, 2022
Friday Apr 15, 2022
April is Child Abuse Awareness month, and the connections between abuse and alcohol are many. In Episode 10 of the Rewired podcast, Rai joins Julie and Steve for a second time, where she courageously shares her own story of childhood abuse, and explains how through self compassion, and compassion for the people in her life, she was able to work through long-held resentments. In doing so, she was able to recover from her own addiction to alcohol.
Other Sober Resources:
I Am Sober App
Getting Sober ...Again
Boom Rethink The Drink
Recovery Movie Meet-Ups
No Sippy No Slippy. Not Another Drop No matter What. Remember to Pour The Poison Down The Sink!! Sobertownpodcast.com
Wednesday Apr 13, 2022
Wednesday Apr 13, 2022
Self Care Positive Recovery with Corinna In recovery, we talk a lot about self care. But what actually is it? In today’s podcast, I look at different types of self care and ways to achieve this. Keep focusing on controlling the things you can and not resisting the things you cannot Www.sobertownpodcast.com 🍵🫖☕️💦 Chin Chin💖🙋🏻♀️
My communities are:
www.Sobertownpodcast.com
I Am Sober - Corinna Dotty Pot currently at 600 days
Instagram @canamgirluk YouTube: Positive Living with Sobriety and Disability (link in my Instagram bio)
Other Sober Resources:
I Am Sober App
Getting Sober ...Again
Boom Rethink The Drink
Recovery Movie Meet-Ups
No Sippy No Slippy. Not Another Drop No matter What. Remember to Pour The Poison Down The Sink!! Sobertownpodcast.com
Thursday Apr 07, 2022
Thursday Apr 07, 2022
Sitting down with Shickey is always an absolute blast. Jump in and hear some Addiction Shickeyisms!
BOOOOM!!
How Drug and Alcohol Abuse Affect the Brain
Addiction Neuroscience 101
Neuroscience - Addiction and the Brain
Other Sober Resources:
I Am Sober App
Getting Sober ...Again
Boom Rethink The Drink
Recovery Movie Meet-Ups
No Sippy No Slippy. Not Another Drop No matter What. Remember to Pour The Poison Down The Sink!! Sobertownpodcast.com
Thursday Mar 31, 2022
Thursday Mar 31, 2022
Goal Setting Positive Recovery with Corinna I’m recovery, we recognize the importance of living in the now but we do need goals to keep us motivated and on our toes. In today’s podcast, I look at different goals, goal setting and how to break these down and make things happen Focus on controlling the things you can and not resisting the things you cannot Www.sobertownpodcast.com 🍵🫖☕️💦 Chin Chin💖🙋🏻♀️
My communities are:
www.Sobertownpodcast.com
I Am Sober - Corinna Dotty Pot currently at 600 days
Instagram @canamgirluk YouTube: Positive Living with Sobriety and Disability (link in my Instagram bio)
Other Sober Resources:
I Am Sober App
Getting Sober ...Again
Boom Rethink The Drink
Recovery Movie Meet-Ups
No Sippy No Slippy. Not Another Drop No matter What. Remember to Pour The Poison Down The Sink!! Sobertownpodcast.com
Wednesday Mar 30, 2022
Wednesday Mar 30, 2022
King13 and GRIEF
Grief is how the brain processes loss, however, it does not process emotions in any particular order, intensity or time. Like sobriety, grief is a very personal experience. You have to learn to navigate and self manage. Also important is we have to process and 'feel' grief and what to do with it. Listen to the experience from our IAS friends, Squirrel Monkey, Break_ground and Polly.
Other Sober Resources:
I Am Sober App
Getting Sober ...Again
Boom Rethink The Drink
Recovery Movie Meet-Ups
No Sippy No Slippy. Not Another Drop No matter What. Remember to Pour The Poison Down The Sink!! Sobertownpodcast.com
Wednesday Mar 30, 2022
Wednesday Mar 30, 2022
King13 and GRIEF
Grief is how the brain processes loss, however, it does not process emotions in any particular order, intensity or time. Like sobriety, grief is a very personal experience. You have to learn to navigate and self manage. Also important is we have to process and 'feel' grief and what to do with it. Listen to the experience from our IAS friends, Squirrel Monkey, Break_ground and Polly.
Other Sober Resources:
I Am Sober App
Getting Sober ...Again
Boom Rethink The Drink
Recovery Movie Meet-Ups
No Sippy No Slippy. Not Another Drop No matter What. Remember to Pour The Poison Down The Sink!! Sobertownpodcast.com
Wednesday Mar 30, 2022
Wednesday Mar 30, 2022
King13 and GRIEF
Grief is how the brain processes loss, however, it does not process emotions in any particular order, intensity or time. Like sobriety, grief is a very personal experience. You have to learn to navigate and self manage. Also important is we have to process and 'feel' grief and what to do with it. Listen to the experience from our IAS friends, Squirrel Monkey, Break_ground and Polly.
Other Sober Resources:
I Am Sober App
Getting Sober ...Again
Boom Rethink The Drink
Recovery Movie Meet-Ups
No Sippy No Slippy. Not Another Drop No matter What. Remember to Pour The Poison Down The Sink!! Sobertownpodcast.com
Tuesday Mar 29, 2022
Tuesday Mar 29, 2022
Name: E, sex addict for 25 years, four bouts w Cocaine-12 years sobriety. Sex Addiction Sobriety date May 27, 2019
Age: 51
From TX in Colorado 39 years
Pro Musician, Father, Grandfather,
Hobbies and Interest: Applying the outdoors and fitness to recovery, meditation, good food, relationship w my higher power. Helping other w sex addiction
Resources: Overcoming sex addiction on FB, TINSA, The Shack, 12 step S.L.A.A groups and Sunrises and Sunsets (The Outdoors)
Other Sober Resources:
I Am Sober App
Getting Sober ...Again
Boom Rethink The Drink
Recovery Movie Meet-Ups
No Sippy No Slippy. Not Another Drop No matter What. Remember to Pour The Poison Down The Sink!! Sobertownpodcast.com
Thursday Mar 17, 2022
Thursday Mar 17, 2022
Clayton C. (Coach) has been clean from drugs since 2007 and alcohol since early 2013. He works professionally as a soon to be Nationally Certified Peer Recovery Support Specialist with Hornbuckle Foundation (501c3 nonprofit) as well as SAFERShelter and Mental Health Colorado as a transitional program Peer supervisor, Peer support Specialist, and administrative supervisor. Riding with Sober Souls MC, a traditional MC whose male members are all clean and sober, recovering addicts and alcoholics for over 6 years now and is their National Ambassador. A single father who has turned a life of addiction and felonious behavior into a life of recovery, helping others to navigate their path, whatever that may be.
Other Sober Resources:
I Am Sober App
Getting Sober ...Again
Boom Rethink The Drink
Recovery Movie Meet-Ups
No Sippy No Slippy. Not Another Drop No matter What. Remember to Pour The Poison Down The Sink!! Sobertownpodcast.com
Monday Mar 14, 2022
Monday Mar 14, 2022
Finding your balance again- Polly and Corinna ride the train with a cuppa and talk about Corinna's recent meditation retreat and what she learned about herself to help bring her back in balance and refocus.
Sobertown is a growing community of like-minded people in recovery helping others start or maintain their sobriety.We refer to ourselves as “Sober Warriors” because the fight against addiction is a grisly battle that takes no prisoners. Real people die every day from complications and repercussions of long-term alcohol use, a tragic end that is 100% preventable through increased awareness and connection.Alcohol is so pervasive and normalized in our culture that it often gets a free pass into our lives when it’s really a cancer-causing drug that can slowly wreak havoc on all states of our well-being: physical, emotional, social, spiritual, environmental, vocational, and intellectual.But we’re not here simply to shine a light on alcohol’s ugly side. We’re forming a village of sober individuals from all walks of life that share a common goal - to support others in recovery while also increasing the dialogue around the many positive aspects of sobriety versus the darkness of addiction.
Other Sober Resources:
I Am Sober App
Getting Sober ...Again
Boom Rethink The Drink
Recovery Movie Meet-Ups
No Sippy No Slippy. Not Another Drop No matter What. Remember to Pour The Poison Down The Sink!! Sobertownpodcast.com