I look at how our addictions can come out in other ways, and in my case, how it comes out in food. A classic example of an addiction shifting into something else. A bit of a cathartic one guys, but hopefully not wallowing in self-pity (let me know if I missed that mark!)

Lots of shout outs, so thanks to everyone who responded and shared their thoughts and stories. I really appreciate it.

Question of the Week: no question this week (trick question?), as I am travelling for vacation, but promise to hit you all up sometime soon!

On this week's podcast, I discuss the power of unity with others in recovery and the importance of connections (not the WiFi type, but that's important too).

Buzzkill Briefs:

Rat Park, Bruce Alexander: http://www.brucekalexander.com/articles-speeches/rat-park/148-addiction-the-view-from-rat-park

This week's comment beasts:

Graham - https://guitarsandlife.wordpress.com/

Sara - @5arasmiles

HDBigjourney - @hdbigjourney

Clare - @clareyfrey

Ritchie - @rockpapersober

This Week's Question:

Do you find that your addiction comes out in other ways - maybe in overspending, or eating too much sugar, or in other subtle and not-so-subtle ways? Drop a line at: [email protected] or leave your thoughts in the comments section below!

This week I talk about the common thought that all drugs are the same, or at least that all addictions are the same. Are they? Or are there some big differences that shatter the expression that "a drug is a drug is a drug"? Listen up. If you don't, a puppy somewhere gets run over by a tractor trailer. Just Sayin'

BUZZKILL Briefs:

This weeks fantastic contributors via email:

HD, who goes by the twitter handle @hdbigjourney

Graham, who has a great blog: guitarsandlife.wordpress.com

Katie, whose blog can be found at: www.singlemomalcoholic.com

Sherry, who writes here: sobermomwrites.com

Thanks to all for your great thoughts and comments!

Question of the Week:

What do you get from being connected with others in recovery? What is the benefit for you?

You can email me at: [email protected] with all your thoughts OR leave a comment here on Sound Cloud in the comment section! I give shoutouts to all!

Wherein I discuss my reluctance in doing yoga ("hate" is such a strong word) and the crippling effects of comparing myself to others, especially in my running.

Buzzkill Briefs:

Sherry's recovery / life blog, The Lotus Chronicles, can be found here: www.sobermomwrites.com

Catherine's blog can be found here: https://catherinelyonaddictedtodimes.wordpress.com/

and her book, "Addicted to Dimes - Confessions of a Liar and Chear" can be found here: http://www.amazon.com/Addicted-Dimes-Confessions-Liar-Cheat/dp/0984478485/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1445010759&sr=1-1&keywords=catherine+townsend-lyon

Laura's podcast, Badstory, can be found at SRN: SinceRightNow.Network

Question of the Week:

Do you believe that "a drug is a drug is a drug"? Do you feel that recovery is the same, no matter what it was that brought us to our knees? Or do you feel there is a difference in how we recover from different things? Let me know your wicked thoughts here in the comments section or leave me an email at [email protected]

Unite to Face Addiction Rally recap, where upon I talk about the affect the rally had on me, my meeting of the lovely recovery posse, and my Canadian accent.

Some notes:

Jake Parent's latest book "Hearts and Scars" can be found here: https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/582095 and Jake can be found on twitter at: @JakeDParent

Scott Magnuson and Shaaren Pine's book "Torn Together" can be found here: http://www.amazon.com/dp/1496965841/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_awdo_Guo.ub0YEK3M0. They are both on Twitter as well at: @ScottRMag and @Shaaren.

Looking at a very important and personal part of recovery - anonymity and the implications it may have. Whether you're anonymous, loud and proud, or somewhere in between, there is always a great discussion to be had when discussing openness in recovery.

Linear Notes:

(Not mentioned in the podcast - a great example of being open in recovery in AA but without actually being open - does that make sense? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kI-BhQGwDO8)

Question of the Week - what is the one thing that you find yourself constantly comparing yourself to others? Leave an answer here, or at [email protected]. Answers are always read on the next show!

Taking a look at the vast and varied online recovery communities and how important they have been and continue to be for myself and so many others in recovery.

Liner notes:

Message in a Bottle blog - www.messageinabottleblog.wordpress.com

Sober Recovery website (forums) -

http://www.soberrecovery.com/forums/

Twitter and Instagram handles - @buzzkillpod

Don't forget to answer our Question of the Week and I will share it on the air!

Q: Why do you choose to remain anonymous in recovery, or why do you choose to live loud and proud in recovery?

The answer can be as short or as long as you want it - leave your answer in the comments here or send an email to: [email protected]

It's here! The first episode of the second new pod to debut on the Since Right Now Addiction Recovery Podcast Network!

Paul brings a thoughtful, dare-I-say surprisingly professional, voice to the proceedings on our scrappy little network.

I think you're gonna dig this.—Chris

Paul would love it if you emailed him: [email protected]

And followed him on

Twitter & Instagram @buzzkillpod on both.

NOTE:

Immediately after posting this Paul figure out why the hiss. It will not be in future eps.

CREDITS:

Intro music: "Good Mood" by Boxing Fox / Royalty Free