Awake and Sober

In this episode of the Awake in Sober podcast, Jeremy and his mother discuss their experiences with recovery and their faith in Christ. They also talk about the importance of finding a supportive community and the power of surrendering to God. The conversation touches on topics such as addiction, codependency, fear, and unconditional love. Through their stories, they highlight the transformative power of recovery and the importance of trusting in a higher power. In this conversation, Val shares her experience as a family member of individuals struggling with addiction and how Al-Anon has helped her in her own recovery journey. She discusses the importance of setting boundaries, not taking things personally, and focusing on her own well-being. Val emphasizes the role of faith and spirituality in her recovery and the importance of sharing her experience, strength, and hope with others. The conversation highlights the impact of addiction on families and the need for family members to work on their own individual programs.   A mainstay of our recovery stories is being completely honest with our support teams but, most importantly, honest with ourselves. How do we do that? The answer is simple: we journal about our experiences, ideas, and goals. If you are anything like us, that means you journal A LOT and take a bunch of notes, so don't you deserve a great writing instrument? We think you do, and so does the sponsor of the Awake and Sober Podcast Tactile Turn.  If you have yet to use a Tactile Turn pen, let's be honest: are you even writing?!?     Chapters 00:00Introduction and Sponsor Shoutouts 04:03Humor and Laughter in Recovery 08:09Uplifting Moments in Recovery 11:51Family Dynamics and Light-hearted Moments 15:20A Turning Point in Recovery 16:16Letting Go and Finding Freedom 17:05The Power of Supportive Communities 17:44A Life-Changing Moment in Recovery 18:40Embracing Surrender and Trust 19:38The Transformative Power of Recovery 20:34Overcoming Fear and Finding Peace 21:29Healing from Past Wounds 22:58Breaking Free from Codependency 23:46The Journey to Faith and Contentment 25:12The Power of Surrender and Trust 26:40Discovering Unconditional Love 28:49Practical Tools for Letting Go 29:28The Intersection of Recovery and Faith 31:00Finding a Church and Deepening Faith 32:26The Power of Sharing and Healing 33:24Setting Boundaries and Focusing on Self-Care 35:14Discovering Self-Identity and Personal Growth 36:50The Importance of Loving Others Where They Are 38:05The Impact of Al-Anon on Family Members 41:46The Power of Letting Go and Not Taking Things Personally 42:30The Three P's: Pause, Pray, and Proceed 48:10Sharing Experience, Strength, and Hope 54:43The Role of Faith and Spirituality in Recovery 56:03Trusting in God's Guidance   Sound Bites "That's what crushed me. Million little miracles, the name of the song." "He's been sober since that day. So that's how I got there." "I think the two of them happened at the perfect time. I think God knew what he was doing." "I really thought of it like that." "I'm Val. Everybody was like, what's happening?" "Helping them is you love them where they are and not where I want them to be."

In this part of the conversation, the hosts discuss the importance of mindset and resilience in overcoming challenges. They emphasize the power of positive thinking and the impact it has on one's ability to navigate tough times. They also touch on the role of relationships and support systems in the journey to resilience and recovery. The conversation explores the themes of adapting and resilience in recovery. The speakers discuss the importance of being willing to adapt and listen to suggestions from others. They share personal experiences of adapting to recovery and proving others wrong. The conversation also emphasizes the significance of community and relationships in the recovery journey. The speakers highlight the value of being surrounded by like-minded individuals who can provide support and encouragement. They discuss the role of spirituality and faith in building resilience. The conversation concludes with examples of difficult situations where resilience was tested and how the speakers navigated them.   A mainstay of our recovery stories is being completely honest with our support teams but, most importantly, honest with ourselves. How do we do that? The answer is simple: we journal about our experiences, ideas, and goals. If you are anything like us, that means you journal A LOT and take a bunch of notes, so don't you deserve a great writing instrument? We think you do, and so does the sponsor of the Awake and Sober Podcast Tactile Turn.  If you have yet to use a Tactile Turn pen, let's be honest: are you even writing?!?   00:00 - The Power of Positive Thinking 22:34 - The Role of Relationships and Support Systems 24:04 - Adapting to Recovery and Overcoming Challenges 25:55 - Adapting and Listening in Recovery 29:27 - The Power of Community and Relationships 32:48 - Building Resilience through Spiritual and Emotional Well-being 38:17 - Surrounding Yourself with Uplifting and Supportive Individuals 41:31 - Navigating Difficult Situations with Resilience and Faith   Sound Bites "If I don't think positive, positive things just aren't gonna happen." "Pouring positivity in creates more resiliency." "In order to adapt, you gotta be around the right things to adapt with." "Adapting starts right away...if you're willing to listen and take suggestions." "How important are relationships and support systems? I don't think I would be here today if it wasn't." "If I'm showing you the way to go, I'm reminding myself what I need to be doing."  

Victoria shares her journey of growing up in a chaotic family, experiencing abuse and trauma, and turning to alcohol and drugs as a way to cope. She talks about her struggle with self-esteem and finding her identity through substance abuse. Eventually, she moves to Philadelphia with a guy she meets and continues her destructive behavior. She then shares her experience of going to Hawaii and receiving a devastating phone call from her boyfriend, which leads to her being stuck in Hawaii and having to navigate the challenges of finding medical help. Victoria shares her journey of addiction and recovery, highlighting the challenges and blessings she has experienced along the way. She discusses her early days in recovery, including finding a sponsor and working the steps. Victoria emphasizes the importance of being accountable to another person and the role of spirituality in her recovery. She also shares the greatest gift of recovery for her, which is being a sober mother to her daughter. Victoria encourages listeners to take recovery one step at a time and not rush the process.   A mainstay of our recovery stories is being completely honest with our support teams but, most importantly, honest with ourselves. How do we do that? The answer is simple: we journal about our experiences, ideas, and goals. If you are anything like us, that means you journal A LOT and take a bunch of notes, so don't you deserve a great writing instrument? We think you do, and so does the sponsor of the Awake and Sober Podcast Tactile Turn.  If you have yet to use a Tactile Turn pen, let's be honest: are you even writing?!?   00:00Introduction and Shoutouts 03:04Growing up in a Chaotic Family 09:15Finding Comfort and Growth in Celebrate Recovery 12:40Growing Celebrate Recovery in a Healthy and Sustainable Way 18:31Root Causes of Addiction 25:20Moving to Philadelphia and Escalating Addiction 28:47Devastating News in Hawaii 30:04Stranded in Hawaii and Finding Love 32:56Meeting Her Husband and Early Years of Marriage 34:19Struggles and Addiction During Her Husband's Deployment 35:41The Insanity of Addiction and the Desire for Sobriety 38:05The Importance of Sponsorship and Steps in Recovery 40:14The Shift to Embracing Sobriety and Spirituality 52:13The Gift of Being a Sober Parent 56:20Taking Recovery One Step at a Time          Sound Bites "I never felt like I was heard. I never felt seen. I never felt, you know, wanted. I had no self-esteem whatsoever, but if I drank, then I was myself." "I got your best friend pregnant and you have chlamydia." "Did your best friend give him chlamydia and knock her up?" "To be a sober mom. That's easy." "All it took was a mustard seed, a mustard seed to say, 'Okay, God, I'm going to give you this, just this and just baby steps the whole way.'" "God's greatest gift, the gift of life. He gave you a gift of a new life and He gave you a gift of life."

In this episode, the hosts discuss step 12 of recovery and the importance of practicing the principles of this step. They share personal experiences of their own spiritual awakenings and how it has impacted their recovery journey. They also touch on the concept of altruism and the personal growth and spiritual development that comes from helping others. The hosts explore the idea of selfless acts and whether they truly exist. The conversation explores the concept of selfless acts and the wrong motives behind them. It emphasizes the importance of doing good deeds for the right reasons, without expecting anything in return. The discussion also touches on personal growth and the role of the 12 steps in bringing about positive change. The idea of finding purpose in life is explored, with the understanding that purpose can be found in everyday actions and interactions. The conversation concludes with a discussion on setting boundaries and preventing relapse in recovery.   A mainstay of our recovery stories is being completely honest with our support teams but, most importantly, honest with ourselves. How do we do that? The answer is simple: we journal about our experiences, ideas, and goals. If you are anything like us, that means you journal A LOT and take a bunch of notes, so don't you deserve a great writing instrument? We think you do, and so does the sponsor of the Awake and Sober Podcast Tactile Turn.  If you have yet to use a Tactile Turn pen, let's be honest: are you even writing?!?     00:00Introduction and Shout Outs 02:39Discussing Step 12 and Introducing Guest 03:40Guest's Role as the Poster Child for Step 12 08:47Sharing Personal Experiences of Spiritual Awakening 13:06The Importance of Step 12 in Recovery 16:48The Practice of Step 12 and Preventing Relapse 19:14Personal Growth and Spiritual Development in Step 12 23:30Awakening vs Experience in Step 12 26:28The Role of Step 12 in Maintaining Sobriety 30:34Practicing the Principles of Step 12 32:27Exploring Altruism and Selfless Acts 34:02Selfless Acts and Wrong Motives 36:51Personal Growth through the 12 Steps 39:17Finding Purpose in Everyday Actions 44:29Setting Boundaries to Prevent Relapse 57:31Spreading the Message of Recovery through Example

Welcome back to the "Awake and Sober Podcast," where we dive deep into life and recovery through Christ. After a brief hiatus, the band is back together to share stories, insights, and gratitude for our sponsors, Tactile Turn and Country Design. Join us as we catch up on recent events, discuss vacations, and reflect on the importance of faith in our recovery journeys. In this episode, we explore the transformative power of Step 11, prayer and meditation in our lives. We share personal experiences on how our belief in a higher power has evolved since starting our recovery journeys. The conversation touches on the importance of relinquishing control, the role of acceptance, and how meditation connects us to God. Listen in as we discuss the challenges of discussing faith with skeptics, the impact of loss on our spiritual growth, and the ripple effects of God's plans in our lives. We also delve into the significance of scripture in guiding our daily actions and decisions. Whether you're in recovery, seeking spiritual growth, or simply looking for inspiration, this episode offers a heartfelt and honest look at the journey of faith and sobriety. Don't miss out on the laughs, insights, and valuable takeaways. Like, share, and subscribe to stay connected with us on all podcast platforms.   A mainstay of our recovery stories is being completely honest with our support teams but, most importantly, honest with ourselves. How do we do that? The answer is simple: we journal about our experiences, ideas, and goals. If you are anything like us, that means you journal A LOT and take a bunch of notes, so don't you deserve a great writing instrument? We think you do, and so does the sponsor of the Awake and Sober Podcast Tactile Turn.  If you have yet to use a Tactile Turn pen, let's be honest: are you even writing?!?   00:00 - Gratitude for Sponsors and Vacation Stories 05:24 - Where Have You Been? 05:51 - Six Years of Sobriety 08:25 - Evolution of Beliefs in a Higher Power 18:17 - The Power of Prayer 22:09 - Acceptance in Difficult Situations 26:20 - Taking Action in Our Relationship with God 27:47 - The Purpose of Righteousness and the Sparation from Evil 29:09 - The Positive Ripple Effects of Negative Events 30:05 - The Role of Faith and Spirituality in Recovery 31:03 - Loving and Listening to Others Without Imposing Beliefs 32:01 - Different Forms of Meditation and Connection with God 33:01 - The Battle Between Control and Surrender 35:24 - Finding Guidance and Comfort in Scripture

Summary In this episode of the Awake and Sober podcast, the hosts discuss various topics including their sponsorships, milestones in their recovery, and the importance of the first three steps in the 12-step program. They emphasize the need to recognize the unmanageability of their lives and the powerlessness they have over their addiction. They also discuss the importance of finding a higher power and surrendering their will and lives to that power. The hosts share their personal experiences and the impact these steps have had on their recovery journey. In this conversation, Shane and his guests discuss steps 4 to 10 of the recovery process. They emphasize the importance of finding a higher power and surrendering character defects. They also highlight the significance of making amends and taking daily inventory. The conversation concludes with a reminder to seek support, find vulnerability, and trust in Jesus.   Keywords sponsorship, milestones, recovery, unmanageability, higher power, surrender, recovery, steps, higher power, surrender, amends, inventory, vulnerability, Jesus   Takeaways Recognizing the unmanageability of our lives and the powerlessness we have over our addiction is a crucial step in recovery. Finding a higher power and surrendering our will and lives to that power is essential for lasting sobriety. Working the first three steps of the 12-step program can help us develop a solid foundation for our recovery journey. Having a sponsor and participating in a recovery community can provide support and guidance throughout the recovery process. Recovery is a personal journey, and each individual may have a different understanding of their higher power. Find a higher power and surrender character defects Make amends and take daily inventory Seek support and be vulnerable Trust in Jesus   Sound Bites "I actually hit a milestone in my exercises yesterday. 250 pounds, three reps. I was really, really impressed with myself." "Building disciples is what it's about. We try to put Celebrate Recovery out of business, get them taken care of when they're young." "Life is good. I can't complain. I'm glad to be back." "Are they really shoving it down the throat or does it just seem that way because they're where I was and you just don't even want to hear it once?" "I don't care what you believe in in this moment. It's the Holy Spirit's job to convict, it's our job to love you." "Step four. At least us. Untangling that mess because that roadmap that you brought was hard to read because there's a tangled mess across there."   Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Banter 03:00 Recognizing Unmanageability and Powerlessness 08:29 Finding a Higher Power and Surrendering 13:00 The Importance of the First Three Steps 21:50 Personal Milestones in Recovery 29:36 Surrendering Character Defects and Finding a Higher Power 35:48 Making Amends and Taking Daily Inventory 41:29 Seeking Support and Embracing Vulnerability 47:04 Trusting in Jesus   A mainstay of our recovery stories is being completely honest with our support teams but, most importantly, honest with ourselves. How do we do that? The answer is simple: we journal about our experiences, ideas, and goals. If you are anything like us, that means you journal A LOT and take a bunch of notes, so don't you deserve a great writing instrument? We think you do, and so does the sponsor of the Awake and Sober Podcast Tactile Turn.  If you have yet to use a Tactile Turn pen, let's be honest: are you even writing?!?  

Welcome to the Awake and Sober Podcast! A podcast about Life in Recovery through Christ! On this weeks episode we have another great interview for you from Frannie R! Frannie is a model for recovery and she sits down with the A&S crew to share some experience, strength, and hope!    We appreciate all of your support and as always... We hope you enjoy the show!   A mainstay of our recovery stories is being completely honest with our support teams but, most importantly, honest with ourselves. How do we do that? The answer is simple: we journal about our experiences, ideas, and goals. If you are anything like us, that means you journal A LOT and take a bunch of notes, so don't you deserve a great writing instrument? We think you do, and so does the sponsor of the Awake and Sober Podcast Tactile Turn.  If you have yet to use a Tactile Turn pen, let's be honest: are you even writing?!?   If you are struggling with a behavioral health crisis or suicidal ideation and need to talk with someone, please cIall or text 988. You can also chat with someone online at 988lifeline.org   Thanks For The Feedback Blindspots Drop The Rock

Welcome to the Awake and Sober Podcast, a podcast about Life in Recovery through Christ! We have a great episode for you this week as we discuss Balance in our 4th step. Often times when we look back at our lives we tend to only focus on the negative aspects or decisions we have made. Awake and Sober wants you to remember that not everything in your past has been bad. There have been plenty of good times so take note, and we hope that you are adding those to your 4th step! It is good to remind ourselves that we have done great things and there is plenty of good inside of us all! All of us here at Awake and Sober have completed a step 4 and we hope that after you watch, some of your worries will disappear and you can dive into what makes you, You!    We appreciate all of your support and as always... We hope you enjoy the show!   A mainstay of our recovery stories is being completely honest with our support teams but, most importantly, honest with ourselves. How do we do that? The answer is simple: we journal about our experiences, ideas, and goals. If you are anything like us, that means you journal A LOT and take a bunch of notes, so don't you deserve a great writing instrument? We think you do, and so does the sponsor of the Awake and Sober Podcast Tactile Turn.  If you have yet to use a Tactile Turn pen, let's be honest: are you even writing?!?   If you are struggling with a behavioral health crisis or suicidal ideation and need to talk with someone, please call or text 988. You can also chat with someone online at 988lifeline.org

Welcome to the Awake and Sober Podcast, a podcast about Life in Recovery through Christ! We have a great show for you this week as we continue our 12 Step Series! We will be discussing what holds us back from completing a step 4. We will discuss why sometimes in can be Pride and other times maybe it is Fear of the unknown or potential feelings and emotions that come with putting it all out in the open!  All of us here at Awake and Sober have completed a step 4 and we hope that after you watch, some of your worries will disappear and you can dive in to what makes you, You!    We appreciate all of your support and as always... We hope you enjoy the show!   A mainstay of our recovery stories is being completely honest with our support teams but, most importantly, honest with ourselves. How do we do that? The answer is simple: we journal about our experiences, ideas, and goals. If you are anything like us, that means you journal A LOT and take a bunch of notes, so don't you deserve a great writing instrument? We think you do, and so does the sponsor of the Awake and Sober Podcast Tactile Turn.  If you have yet to use a Tactile Turn pen, let's be honest: are you even writing?!?   If you are struggling with a behavioral health crisis or suicidal ideation and need to talk with someone, please call or text 988. You can also chat with someone online at 988lifeline.org

Welcome to the Awake and Sober Podcast! A podcast about Life in Recovery through Christ! On this weeks episode we will be finishing up our step 3 conversations, as well as looking ahead to beginning step 4!  We have more testimonies coming up in the near future and we would love to hear some of your questions for our guests! Don't be shy and reach out to us, we want to hear what our listeners have to say!!!    We appreciate all of your support and as always... We hope you enjoy the show!   A mainstay of our recovery stories is being completely honest with our support teams but, most importantly, honest with ourselves. How do we do that? The answer is simple: we journal about our experiences, ideas, and goals. If you are anything like us, that means you journal A LOT and take a bunch of notes, so don't you deserve a great writing instrument? We think you do, and so does the sponsor of the Awake and Sober Podcast Tactile Turn.  If you have yet to use a Tactile Turn pen, let's be honest: are you even writing?!?   If you are struggling with a behavioral health crisis or suicidal ideation and need to talk with someone, please call or text 988. You can also chat with someone online at 988lifeline.org

Welcome to The Awake and Sober Podcast, a podcast about Life in Recovery through Christ! On this week's episode we have a special guest, our friend Brent was gracious enough to come on the show and tell us about celebrating 1 year sober! Brent was on the show way back in the beginning and has come a long way since then. He will discuss what his recovery journey has meant to him, the steps he took and how he continues his program on a daily basis.  We appreciate all of your support and as always... We hope you enjoy the show!   A mainstay of our recovery stories is being completely honest with our support teams but, most importantly, honest with ourselves. How do we do that? The answer is simple: we journal about our experiences, ideas, and goals. If you are anything like us, that means you journal A LOT and take a bunch of notes, so don't you deserve a great writing instrument? We think you do, and so does the sponsor of the Awake and Sober Podcast Tactile Turn.  If you have yet to use a Tactile Turn pen, let's be honest: are you even writing?!?   If you are struggling with a behavioral health crisis or suicidal ideation and need to talk with someone, please call or text 988. You can also chat with someone online at 988lifeline.org

Welcome to The Awake and Sober Podcast, a podcast about Life in Recovery through Christ! On this week's episode we will highlight the launch of Celebrate Recovery at The Bridge Church in Lake Saint Louis, MO. We will also dive deeper into Step 3, We made a decision to turn our will/life and our lives/will over to the care of God, as we understood Him.  We hope you are enjoying our step series so far and coming up over the next few weeks we will have testimonies from a couple of our brothers in recovery! We appreciate all of your support and as always... We hope you enjoy the show!   A mainstay of our recovery stories is being completely honest with our support teams but, most importantly, honest with ourselves. How do we do that? The answer is simple: we journal about our experiences, ideas, and goals. If you are anything like us, that means you journal A LOT and take a bunch of notes, so don't you deserve a great writing instrument? We think you do, and so does the sponsor of the Awake and Sober Podcast Tactile Turn.  If you have yet to use a Tactile Turn pen, let's be honest: are you even writing?!?   If you are struggling with a behavioral health crisis or suicidal ideation and need to talk with someone, please call or text 988. You can also chat with someone online at 988lifeline.org

Welcome to the Awake and Sober Podcast, a podcast about Life in Recovery through Christ!  We have a terrific show for you this week! We are honored to have our sponsor Tactile Turn's CEO Will share some experience, strength, and hope with us for all of you to enjoy!  You can definitely hear all of our excitement during this interview and we hope you drop a question or comment to show us where you're listening from!   We appreciate all of your support and as always... We hope you enjoy the show!   A mainstay of our recovery stories is being completely honest with our support teams but, most importantly, honest with ourselves. How do we do that?   The answer is simple: we journal about our experiences, ideas, and goals. If you are anything like us, that means you journal A LOT and take a bunch of notes, so don't you deserve a great writing instrument? We think you do, and so does the sponsor of the Awake and Sober Podcast Tactile Turn.  If you have yet to use a Tactile Turn pen, let's be honest: are you even writing?!?   If you are struggling with a behavioral health crisis or suicidal ideation and need to talk with someone, please call or text 988. You can also chat with someone online at 988lifeline.org

Welcome to the Awake and Sober Podcast, a podcast about Life in Recovery through Christ!   On this week's episode we will discuss Humility and how it pertains to our personal lives, recovery, and faith.    We will dive into the meaning of Humility and how we don't have to think less of ourselves but rather think of ourselves less!   We hope you enjoy the show!   A mainstay of our recovery stories is being completely honest with our support teams but, most importantly, honest with ourselves. How do we do that?   The answer is simple: we journal about our experiences, ideas, and goals. If you are anything like us, that means you journal A LOT and take a bunch of notes, so don't you deserve a great writing instrument? We think you do, and so does the sponsor of the Awake and Sober Podcast Tactile Turn.  If you have yet to use a Tactile Turn pen, let's be honest: are you even writing?!?   If you are struggling with a behavioral health crisis or suicidal ideation and need to talk with someone, please call or text 988. You can also chat with someone online at 988lifeline.org

Welcome to the Awake and Sober Podcast, a podcast about Life in Recovery through Christ!   On this week's episode we will discuss Humility and how it pertains to our personal lives, recovery, and faith.    We will dive into the meaning of Humility and how we don't have to think less of ourselves but rather think of ourselves less!   We hope you enjoy the show!   A mainstay of our recovery stories is being completely honest with our support teams but, most importantly, honest with ourselves. How do we do that?   The answer is simple: we journal about our experiences, ideas, and goals. If you are anything like us, that means you journal A LOT and take a bunch of notes, so don't you deserve a great writing instrument? We think you do, and so does the sponsor of the Awake and Sober Podcast Tactile Turn.  If you have yet to use a Tactile Turn pen, let's be honest: are you even writing?!?   If you are struggling with a behavioral health crisis or suicidal ideation and need to talk with someone, please call or text 988. You can also chat with someone online at 988lifeline.org

Welcome to the Awake and Sober Podcast, a show about Life in Recovery through Christ! On this week's episode the guys at Awake and Sober had a couple of visits from our better halves! We invited the ladies in our lives to come and share a little bit about their own lives in recovery through Christ and how they deal with the handfuls that we are, on a daily basis. We will also talk about expectations and roles in the relationships that we have fostered in our recovery.  We hope you enjoy the show! A mainstay of our recovery stories is being completely honest with our support teams but, most importantly, honest with ourselves. How do we do that? The answer is simple: we journal about our experiences, ideas, and goals. If you are anything like us, that means you journal A LOT and take a bunch of notes, so don't you deserve a great writing instrument? We think you do, and so does the sponsor of the Awake and Sober Podcast Tactile Turn.  If you have yet to use a Tactile Turn pen, let's be honest: are you even writing?!? If you are struggling with a behavioral health crisis or suicidal ideation and need to talk with someone, please call or text 988. You can also chat with someone online at 988lifeline.org

It is crazy to think that the new year is coming up in just a few days!  On today's episode, we will be talking about maintaining those boundaries that were set earlier in the holiday season.  We will discuss the DO's and DON'Ts to better prepare you for what's to come with your family and friends.  "NO is a complete sentence" cannot be stressed enough during this time of year.  All of us here at the Awake and Sober podcast want to wish everyone a happy, safe, and love filled new year!!!  We will see you in 2024!!! A mainstay of our recovery stories is being completely honest with our support teams but, most importantly, honest with ourselves. How do we do that? The answer is simple: we journal about our experiences, ideas, and goals. If you are anything like us, that means you journal A LOT and take a bunch of notes, so don't you deserve a great writing instrument? We think you do, and we are happy to announce... WE HAVE A NEW SPONSOR!!! We have been teasing it for a while, and we can finally say that Tactile Turn is the new sponsor of The Awake and Sober Podcast. If you want one of these incredible writing tools, click on the link and type in SOBER15 for the discount code, and you are on your way! If you haven't used a Tactile Turn pen yet, let's be honest: are you even writing?!?   We hope you enjoy the episode, and don't forget to email us at info@awakeandsober.org for any information or questions you might have! 

Welcome to the Awake and Sober Podcast. A podcast about life in recovery through Christ.    In this episode, we will discuss effective communication among couples with 2 special guests, Kristina and Amy—definitely the better halves of Shane and Jeremy.    We hope you enjoy the episode, and would love to hear how your sponsor had you work the first step. email us at info@awakeandsober.org with your responses or any questions you might have!    A mainstay of our recovery stories is being completely honest with our support teams but, most importantly, honest with ourselves. How do we do that? The answer is simple: we journal about our experiences, ideas, and goals. If you are anything like us, that means you journal A LOT and take a bunch of notes, so don't you deserve a great writing instrument? We think you do, and so does the sponsor of the Awake and Sober Podcast Tactile Turn.  If you want one of these incredible writing tools, click on the link, pick out your favorite pen or pencil, and type in SOBER15 at checkout for the discount code, and you are on your way! If you have yet to use a Tactile Turn pen, let's be honest: are you even writing?!?   If you are struggling with a behavioral health crisis or suicidal ideation and need to talk with someone, please call or text 988. You can also chat with someone online at 988lifeline.org

It is crazy to think that the new year is coming up in just a few days!  On today's episode, we will be talking about maintaining those boundaries that were set earlier in the holiday season.  We will discuss the DO's and DON'Ts to better prepare you for what's to come with your family and friends.  "NO is a complete sentence" cannot be stressed enough during this time of year.  All of us here at the Awake and Sober podcast want to wish everyone a happy, safe, and love filled new year!!!  We will see you in 2024!!! A mainstay of our recovery stories is being completely honest with our support teams but, most importantly, honest with ourselves. How do we do that? The answer is simple: we journal about our experiences, ideas, and goals. If you are anything like us, that means you journal A LOT and take a bunch of notes, so don't you deserve a great writing instrument? We think you do, and we are happy to announce... WE HAVE A NEW SPONSOR!!! We have been teasing it for a while, and we can finally say that Tactile Turn is the new sponsor of The Awake and Sober Podcast. If you want one of these incredible writing tools, click on the link and type in SOBER15 for the discount code, and you are on your way! If you haven't used a Tactile Turn pen yet, let's be honest: are you even writing?!?   We hope you enjoy the episode, and don't forget to email us at info@awakeandsober.org for any information or questions you might have!   

WELCOME to The Awake and Sober Podcast!!! On this episode we will be talking about what it means to live life with an attitude of Gratitude. A lot of times when situations in life and in recovery get tough, we often forget what's going RIGHT in our lives.  We will discuss what it means to be truly Grateful, how to cultivate an attitude of gratitude, as well as remaining mindful and present in situations that we feel uncomfortable in.  Everyone has a past and most, if not all, wish that we could change the outcomes of what happened. Instead of trying to change the past, we practice being grateful for the trials and struggles because they led us to where we are today.  Practicing gratitude involves intentionally acknowledging and appreciating the positive aspects of our lives in the midst of challenges. We hope that our episode today will help you stay more present and aware of all of the positive aspects in your life, while also learning to begin the process of letting go! We truly appreciate all of the feedback we receive from our viewers, and don't forget to enjoy the small things during this holiday season!   We hope you enjoy the episode and don't forget to email us at info@awakeandsober.org for any information or questions you might have!  A mainstay of all of our recovery stories is being completely honest with our support teams but most importantly, honest with ourselves. How do we do that? The answer is simple, we journal about our experiences, ideas, and goals. If you are anything like us, then that means you journal A LOT and take a bunch of notes, so don't you deserve a great writing instrument? We think you do, and we are happy to announce... WE HAVE A NEW SPONSOR!!! We have been teasing it for a while, and we can finally say that Tactile Turn is the new sponsor of The Awake and Sober Podcast. If you want one of these incredible writing tools, click on the link and type in: SOBER15 for the discount code and you are on your way! If you haven't used a Tactile Turn pen yet, let's be honest, are you even writing?  Check out their website and start adding things to your cart and Christmas list. https://tactileturn.com   We would love to hear from you, so please email us your comments and questions.  If you are struggling with a behavioral health crisis or suicidal ideation and need to talk with someone, please call or text 988. You can also chat with someone online at 988lifeline.org   CALL 2 ACTION — info@awakeandsober.org Email and let us know:  What has been the biggest challenge in recovery? What surprised you the most about recovery?  Check us out at awakeandsober.org or on our Facebook page. We would love to get to know all of you a little better and possibly have YOU as a guest on The Awake and Sober Podcast. So please email us part of your story.