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For most people, setbacks are a part of the addiction recovery journey. That doesn't mean every single person will experience them, but many will. When they happen, the important thing to do is pick yourself up, dust yourself off, and learn from them. The last thing we want is to wrap ourselves up in a blanket of shame. That’s why want to focus on the steps to take after a setback, versus the setback itself.

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Laura

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What ripple effect would you like to make in the world? Your recovery and healing changes your life and those around you.

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Laura

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If our family and social circle cultivate closeness, trust, and warmth, we're more likely to do the same. If our FOO is isolated or gives us a sense of insecurity, we're more likely to keep others at a distance and arm's length. 

Our family of origin can also shape our lifestyle choices. As children, we tend to mimic what we see around us. If our FOO tends to be active and socialize, we tend to do the same things as we get older. If our FOO smokes, drinks uses drugs, and isolates, we may gravitate towards that, too.

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Laura

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I'll ask thought-provoking questions in this episode to help you think things through. Not all couples can make it through addiction, and that’s understandable. It’s no one’s fault. The critical thing to remember is to take care of yourself and your needs and only stay together if you’re both in a healthy recovery and can maintain hope that things can improve. It’s not fixed overnight or cured in a few months. It’s a lifetime of commitment for both of you. Only stay if you commit to that kind of recovery, healing, and understanding. That doesn’t mean addiction will consume every moment of your day. But, in the beginning, it feels all-consuming. But it won't stay that way.

If you have any questions, please let me know. Sending everyone happy and healthy vibes,

Laura

Please note: This podcast is for education only and is not a replacement for therapy. I suggest you seek the help of a trained professional for your specific situation. Here are some resources to help get you started.

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This insightful podcast is for those struggling and their loved ones. Learn the signs of a healthy recovery and a cool check-in tool. Recovery and healing are unique journeys, often marked by emotional and physical setbacks. They aren’t linear, with peaks and valleys that shape growth.

The person struggling defines what sobriety looks like for them. I described mine in the Three Circles post. It may change and evolve over time, but the only person who can define it is the person experiencing it. 

If you have any questions, please let me know. Sending everyone happy and healthy vibes,

Laura

Please note: This podcast is for education only and is not a replacement for therapy. I suggest you seek the help of a trained professional for your specific situation. Here are some resources to help get you started.

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Learn about expressive, free-writing, and gratitude journaling. Journaling is a great way to work through your day, clear your mind, and attain gratitude. It's a perfect tool to add to your recovery and healing toolkit.

If you have any questions, please let me know. Sending everyone happy and healthy vibes,

Laura

Please note: This podcast is for education only and is not a replacement for therapy. I suggest you seek the help of a trained professional for your specific situation. Here are some resources to help get you started.

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This exercise is perfect for working through urges, negative thoughts, and triggers. It makes you stop, think, and pull out the puzzle pieces of your thoughts or situations, examine them, and then challenge them. It also includes a worksheet on my website to make it easy to follow.

If you have any questions, please let me know. Sending everyone happy and healthy vibes,

Laura

Please note: This podcast is for education only and is not a replacement for therapy. I suggest you seek the help of a trained professional for your specific situation. Here are some resources to help get you started.

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A recovery and healing toolkit is perfect for those challenging, anxiety-producing moments when you feel like things are getting out of your control. It’s a place to mentally and physically store the tools you’ve picked up along the way. It consists of three areas: a mindfulness exercise, creating a go-bag, and having an awareness of your body. I’ll go over each one in detail. For more information about addiction, healing, and mindset, please visit my website.

If you have any questions, please let me know. Sending everyone happy and healthy vibes,

Laura

Please note: This podcast is for education only and is not a replacement for therapy. I suggest you seek the help of a trained professional for your specific situation. Here are some resources to help get you started.

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Addiction Recovery: Coping Mechanisms. The stress and triggers can feel overwhelming. I’ll help you create A Mental Happy Place and walk you through Guided Imagery. Learn more

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Laura

Please note: This podcast is for education only and is not a replacement for therapy. I suggest you seek the help of a trained professional for your specific situation. Here are some resources to help get you started.

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I start my podcast off with one of my favorite recovery topics: emotional sobriety. Emotional sobriety is the ability to feel all our emotions, the good and the bad, and then process the feelings. When we're emotionally sober, we can let things go, remain calm even during chaotic times, not substitute one unhealthy behavior for another, and find gratitude even in challenging moments.

If you have any questions, please let me know. Sending everyone happy and healthy vibes,

Laura

Please note: This podcast is for education only and is not a replacement for therapy. I suggest you seek the help of a trained professional for your specific situation. Here are some resources to help get you started.