From Hell to Wellness

NIGHTMARES.

We all have them. Some are more terrifying than others.

For those who are going through recovery, one of the biggest nightmares that tend to occur is relapse nightmares. 

Whether you've done it intentionally, it happens all of a sudden, or you're actually fantasizing about it, relapse dreams are extremely common and can downright leave you SHOOK.

Kaila and Kiki talk about some of their gnarliest recovery nightmares from the funny to the wicked. They share their experiences of how vivid their nightmares were right after sobriety and the types of dreams they have no after several years have passed. They'll also share some tips on how to analyze your sober dreams and what they could mean for helping you stay on track.

In this episode, you'll hear:

• Kaila and Kiki's take on what sober nightmares mean
• The crazy and weird dreams that happen after sobriety
• A little bit of science behind dreams and drinking
• How sober dreams and nightmares can affect our recovery

Tokyo is one of the most exciting destinations to travel to. However, because of it's heavy drinking culture, insanely awesome party scene, and seemingly never-ending nightlife, it can seem difficult for someone who is in recovery.

Kaila and Kikii dispell the myth that Tokyo is only for party-people and explain the ins and outs of how to plan the perfect trip to Tokyo sober. Through their sleepless party tour experiences with the band, they learned some of the best experiences and some to avoid for those who are seeking a cleaner experience. They also discuss why Tokyo is considered a wellness destination and other neighboring cities that showcase the peaceful and more tranquil experiences for the newly sober traveler or sober vets.

In this episode, the girls cover:

• How they booked tickets on a whim before the tour was planned
• How they survived the party days in Tokyo
• Activities to do in Tokyo that is crazy fun without getting hammered
• Why Tokyo is one of the top wellness destinations in the world

Weight loss...weight gain...weight out of control...all of it is not uncommon when you're first getting sober. Depending on what your "drug of choice" was, weight can seem to stick or fall off in unwanted places.

Kaila and Kiki dive into a hilarious but also a deep conversation about weight gain and loss during their binge partying. They also discuss different ways to stay fit, keep the weight off (healthily), and some of the struggles they faced with body image before and after sobriety.

In this episode, you'll find:

• How weight gain/loss affects the body after sobriety
• Struggles with eating disorders and hunger
• Exercises and fitness routines that can help kick your butt back into shape

One of the most difficult things to do when you first decide to get sober is to travel. Many destinations are targeted for regular drinkers and people who just want to "kick back with a beer at hand." Traveling can be a pretty bad trigger for most.

The key is to travel to destinations that are sober friendly. So, where exactly are these places? Kaila and Kiki go into detail some of their crazy party stories during the tour days overseas. They also discuss how some of these destinations revisited can actually be a fun sober experience. 

In this episode, you'll hear about:

• what it was like on tour before the sober days
• the best travel destinations if you're newly sober or a sober veteran
• tips and tricks to stay sober during travel

During recovery, it's common for people to invest their time and effort into a healthy relationship. What better relationship is there than one with your beloved pets? Studies have shown that having a therapy animal during the recovery process actually helped patients respond to treatment positively.

Kaila and Kiki discuss the importance of animals in their lives from childhood, to endless partying, to rock bottom, and to their current sober lifestyles. They talk about their fuzzy children (aka kitties), insane animal excursions while traveling, and other stories of how animals helped during their recovery process.

In this episode, they discuss:

• How Peru was the best animal wellness and recovery destination when they swam with over 5,000 wild sea lions
• How pets respond to partying and alcoholism
• The significance of animals during the recovery process
• Why the girls swear by owning cats