This is an episode that I have been holding back on for a while, but I come to terms with my affiliation with 12 step recovery. Don't worry - there is nothing but love here, guys.

I talk about tips you can use when going out to those fancy or not-so-fancy shindigs and sock hops that involved alcohol and actually talking to other human beings. I also discuss re-framing what the holidays mean and keeping perspective. I also ramble. Govern yourselves accordingly.

In this episode I discuss the pitfalls of pain medication and how they can easily bring us down the rabbit hole of old behaviours and thoughts. I also talk about my new book, Longing For The Spirit, and twist your arms into buying it on Amazon.com on November 14th.

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www.longingforthespirit.com

IG: @longingforthespirit

Twitter: @LFTS_Book

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I talk about the deplorable act of 13th stepping - the entering of a sexual relationship with a newcomer in recovery by someone who has had considerable sober time. I speak about my concerns and feelings about it and also ways we can help combat it.

I also give a shout out to two recovery folks who have great new books out:

Daniel Maurer: Endure www.transformation-is-real.com

Amy Dresner: My Fair Junkie www.amydresner.com

Let me know your thoughts on 13th stepping: [email protected]

I look at the self-care in recovery. What does it look like? Why is it important? Included in here is the discussion of self-esteem and lack of. Also, I talk about snacking and napping...the highest forms of self-care. Amirite??

I talk about the journey to six years sobriety and also tackle the question of the week from last episode. New sounds and song!

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This week I talk about a surprise epiphany on my trip, the question of revealing or not revealing, and of course, the question of the week.

Check it out, guys. It's not like you're that busy. Netflix can wait.

Question of the Week: Is there a recovery buzzword or expression that really irks you? What is it, and how do you try and move past it? Or do you even bother? Let us know! email me at: [email protected] or call toll free at 1-844-249-2899

I talk about the nature and path of relapse. It's not fun, and it's NOT a part of recovery. But people come back from it, and they come back stronger. If you're coming back to recovery, or wondering what's up with relapse, please listen.

Question of the Week: Are you open about your sobriety to everyone in your life? I am sure that most of our family and close friends know about it, but what about your co-workers? Your gym buddies? Neighbours? Let us know where you're at! You can email me at: [email protected] or call the toll free line to leave a delicious voice message: 1-844-239-2899

This podcast is a bit of this and a bit of that. Okay, not the most imaginative title, but give a guy a break. I can't be "on" all the time. Or maybe it's laziness. Or this cold. Regardless, I talk a bit about fellowship, about ruts, about the Q of the W, and bacon. So at least the bacon saves it.

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Check out Liv's fantastic blog while you're at it. You won't be sorry. And tell her I sent you.

www.livsrecoverykitchen.com

I take a look at what it means to me to have a plan of action, and how opening myself up to what the universe can offer often leads me down paths of growth and change. I also read some listener feedback and play a few voicemails. Another Question of the Week too!

Q of the W: who inspires you to live a better life? A parent? A spiritual guide or mentor? A musician? A fictional character? A teacher? Let me know - email at [email protected] or call toll-free at 1-844-249-2899.