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Caddy Frink sits down with Rachel from Minnesota Recovery Connection to dive deep into what life really looks like once you step out of a treatment center. They get real about the “baby deer” phase of early sobriety and the heavy lifting required to rebuild a life after years of struggle. Whether you’re navigating your own journey or supporting a loved one, this chat is packed with honest advice on finding the right resources and staying grounded when life gets messy.

#RecoveryJourney #SobrietySupport #HarmReduction #MinnesotaRecovery #CaddyFrink #MentalHealthMatters #SoberLiving #RecoveryResources #EndTheStigma #HealingTogether

The post Redefining Recovery – Ep. 98: Supporting Loved Ones Through the Transition from Treatment first appeared on AM 950.

Insurance is the thing most high-capacity people ignore—right up until the moment it becomes the difference between a disruption and a financial derailment.

In this episode, Elaine breaks down why insurance isn’t just a bill or boring paperwork—it’s a **wealth protection strategy**. If you’re a high earner with real responsibilities, your biggest asset isn’t your house or your portfolio… it’s your **income engine**. And if that engine stalls, your entire plan feels different.

You’ll learn the core coverages high-capacity people routinely overlook—**disability insurance, umbrella liability, and term life**—plus a simple way to shop without overwhelm and an annual review routine that keeps you protected without making insurance a full-time job.

**In this episode, you’ll learn:**

* Why **disability insurance** is the unsexy MVP (and where employer coverage often falls short)

If you’re building wealth, you don’t just need growth—you need protection. Press play and get your wealth plan insured.

The post Do Different Better – Ep. 97: Soft Life, Hard Reality – 3 Ways the Wealthy Protect Legacy first appeared on AM 950.

Host Philip Anthony is joined by his co-hosts Austin and Matt to discuss current events and LGBTQ+ concerns.

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Parents are key to helping children develop foundations for mental wellness. So how can we do this effectively? Tune in to this episode, to learn all about Conscious Discipline; a model that helps caregivers develop awareness of themselves around responses to conflict. Hosts Becky McNattin and Tara Martini invite therapist Annie Hoff, as a guest on the show, to share what Conscious Discipline is and how it can empower all adults to approach caregiving differently.    

The post Feels Out Loud – Ep. 63: Conscious Discipline in Parenting first appeared on AM 950.

This week Bruce recaps the No Kings rallies from last weekend, how the State of Minnesota is suing the DOJ for evidence related to the Good and Pretti murders by ICE, and Trump’s likely futile attempt to stop mail-in voting on his own.

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Katrina Simons welcomes back Nick Wilkie from the Metropolitan Center for Independent Living in this concluding part of their deep dive into accessible living. They discuss the financial and logistical hurdles of home modifications before shifting gears to Nick’s passion for three-wheeled motorcycles and his love for building Legos to maintain a positive mindset. It’s a candid conversation about the importance of community, laughter, and finding joy in the everyday.

#Ableism #HomeModifications #Accessibility #DisabilityAwareness #Inclusion #IndependentLiving #ThreeWheeledMotorcycle #LegoBuilding #PositiveMindset #BoldlyChallengingAbleism

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If you’ve ever felt like your kitchen cabinets are secretly judging you, Laura Hedlund and guest Colleen Waterston (host of Sorting Through Life Sundays at noon on AM950)  are here to tell you that it’s time to drop the shame. They dig into the emotional baggage we keep in our junk drawers and share why “pragmatic optimism” is the secret ingredient to a functional home. You’ll walk away with genius hacks for neurodivergent-friendly spaces and a reminder to give yourself a little grace while sorting through life.

#FoodFreedom #KitchenOrganization #DeclutterWithGrace #CleenWaterston #HomeOrganizingTips #SpaceBySpace #NeurodivergentLiving #KitchenHacks #MindfulLiving #OrganizedHome

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Host Colleen Waterston is joined by her dear friends Anne and Mary for a wonderful conversation about what is a very difficult subject a lot of people will come to face, the time when your mother or elderly parent will have to move from their longtime home. Colleen, Mary, and Anne talk about how to have these conversations, how to work through the downsizing process, and why it’s a good plan to hire a third-party organizer to help.

The post Sorting Through Life – Ep. 14: Mary and Anne On The Big Move first appeared on AM 950.

Judy Carlson, owner and founder of Surrounded in Peace, joins host Ken Haglind on “Living Healthy and Aging Well” radio show to discuss end-of-life planning. As an End-of-Life Doula, Judy will share more about this important role and how she coaches and supports the community, individuals and their families. Judy became an End-of-Life Doula after being a caregiver for her parents.

She went through a period of loss, including her mother’s death, where she was left with many questions and unknowns. After feeling regrets surrounding her mother’s death and how it was handled, Judy felt called to look into end-of-life care and be an advocate for individuals and their families. She found doula training through Doulagivers and realized the information that doulas share should be a part of aging-well plans for everyone. “It’s knowledge our ancestors knew, and we’ve forgotten a lot of it. We also live in a time with a multitude of options to choose from, and planning will allow for one’s wishes to be carried out and take some burden off family and loved ones during a stressful and grievous time,” according to Judy. Judy is a life-long Minnesotan residing in Savage, Minn.

As a doula, she supports individuals and their loved ones with expertise, knowledge and guidance throughout the aging and end-of-life processes. A portion of the mission of Surrounded in Peace is to share resources and skills as we navigate a holistic and dignified end of life. The vision is to live in a world where our elderly loved ones have support to plan out their physical, mental, emotional, spiritual and financial wishes as they journey through end of life. For more information visit surroundedinpeace.com or contact Judy at [email protected].

The post “Living Healthy and Aging Well” with Ken Haglind – April 4, 2026 first appeared on AM 950.

Join Laurie Fitz as she explores the power of community art with the St. Paul Art Collective and their beautiful new “Draw Together” coloring book project. You’ll hear from local artists about why creating a space for kids to feel seen and safe is more important than ever. We’re also looking ahead to the 2026 St. Paul Art Crawl, so mark your calendars for three full weekends of local talent and inspiration! April 10–12 for Wards 1, 3, and 4; April 17–19 for Ward 2; and April 24–26 to explore Wards 5, 6, and 7. Learn more at: https://stpaulartcollective.org/spac-spring-art-crawl-2026/

#StPaulArtCollective #DrawTogether #MinnesotaArtists #CommunityArt #ArtCrawl2026 #SupportLocalArt #LaurieFitz #ConnectionsRadio #ArtHealing #StPaulMN

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