Elevation Recovery

Chris Scott and Matt Finch discuss the quote by the Greek philosopher, Pythagoras, and the implications of drunkenness leading to madness. The madness can come in the form of mistakes, inebriation, disconnect, lack of problem-solving and cognitive abilities, and so on. Chris and Matt talk about their personal experiences, how to recover from the feeling of madness, and how to move on from drunkenness.

In this minisode, Matt Finch discusses binaural beats therapy, what it is, and how it can help with addiction, insomnia, mental health and anxiety, and more. He reads from an article discussing the topic, talks about his own experience using binaural beats as a form of therapy, and offers some of his favorite binaural beats music and therapy.

Chris Scott interviews Rachael Shephard, the founder and director of Sober Mama, a UK-based recovery coaching program. They talk about Rachael's story of addiction, heavy drinking, British culture, and motherhood. They also discuss her recovery journey, how she designed The Freedom Programme, and how she became the SoberMama.

About Rachael Shephard:

Rachael began her journey to sobriety in 2021 after many years of problem drinking, an impending divorce, and managing life as a newly single mother of two young boys. Instead of just figuring out why alcohol is bad, she wanted to know how to change her life for the better.

Thus, SoberMama was born, and she designed her very own Freedom Programme. Her passion in life is now to help other mothers give up alcohol. She says, "my life has transformed for the better and if I can do it, anyone can."

Matt Finch interviews Marc R, aka Suffer To Tougher on Youtube. They discuss Marc's story of drug addiction, overdoses, chasing the high, and how it progressed to needing the drug, not for the high, but to not feel sick. They also cover Marc's transformation and inspirational recovery story.

Chris Scott interviews John O'Connor, AKA JohnnyO, a client of Fit Recovery. They go over his introduction to alcohol, rehab, detox, and first-hand testimonials of the journey to alcohol recovery through the use of fitness, biochemistry, and nutrient repair.

Matt Finch discusses the concept of hyperbolic discounting, the act of discounting future delayed gratifications in favor of short-term gratification. We all have the tendency to default to this train of thinking. Because of this, Matt provides tips and strategies to delay gratification in order to have a healthier recovery and lifestyle in the long run. 

Chris Scott and Matt Finch discuss strategies for overcoming the holiday season while recovering from alcohol and addiction. With the pressure from advertisements, friends, and family, it can be difficult to not succumb to peer pressure. With these strategies such as sleep, nutrient repair, and so on, recovery can be maintained! 

Matt Finch discusses the topic of the five hindrances, taught by the Buddha. These hindrances hinder progress in meditation and in our daily lives. Matt reads from an article called "Mindfulness and the Five Hindrances to (Inner) Peace." When we can identify and be self-aware of these five hindrances, we can begin to lead more peaceful and grounded lives.

Matt Finch discusses the ways that addictive substances such as alcohol and drugs work in our bodies in order to create a sense of euphoria. He cites the book Buzzed: The Straight Facts About the Most Used and Abused Drugs from Alcohol to Ecstasy for more information.

Chris Scott and Matt Finch discuss how to customize your diet for recovery. They talk about their personal diets during addiction, before recovery, and how the diets changed over the years from detox to early recovery to full recovery and so on. They also share some specific "miracle" foods that worked well for them, and how you can customize your diet for your own individual needs.