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  • Episode 658 From Addiction to Flourishing: Jeanne Foot's Blueprint for Lasting Recovery

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    What if getting sober is only the beginning?

    In this thought-provoking episode of It's Bizzy, Elizabeth sits down with Jeanne Foot, founder and CEO of The Recovery Concierge, a premier concierge service specializing in mental health, addiction recovery, trauma healing, and peak performance.

    With more than 33 years of continuous sobriety, Jeanne combines lived experience with extensive professional training as an International Certified Alcohol & Drug Counsellor, along with certifications in Hypnotherapy, Neurolinguistic Programming (NLP), and Somatic healing. Many call her the "best kept secret" in recovery, and after this conversation, you'll understand why.

    Together, Elizabeth and Jeanne discuss why so many people stay stuck after getting sober, how unresolved trauma keeps us trapped in old patterns, and why true healing requires much more than willpower.

    In this episode you'll discover:

    • Why shame fuels addiction—and how to break free 
    • The difference between sobriety and true healing 
    • How childhood trauma shapes adult relationships 
    • Why your nervous system matters in recovery 
    • The power of self-compassion over self-criticism 
    • How small daily actions create lasting transformation 
    • Why loneliness and social media are affecting mental health 
    • Practical ways to build a life you don't need to escape from 

    Whether you're in recovery, supporting someone you love, or simply searching for more peace and purpose, this conversation offers hope, practical wisdom, and a fresh perspective on what healing really looks like. 

    For coaching, podcast updates, and more, visit ElizabethChance.com.

    Connect with Me

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    Email: [email protected]

    Learn more about Jeanne Foot:
    Jeanne’s website here: https://therecoveryconcierge.com/.

    Social Media:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therecovery_concierge/

     

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeanne-foot-the-recovery-concierge/

     

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therecoveryconcierge/ 

    Jeanne’s Podcast, Naturally High

    If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who needs to hear that healing is possible.

    "Remember, you don’t have to navigate the mess alone. Whether you’re pivoting your career, your marriage, or your mindset, I’m here to walk that road with you. Let’s make 2026 the year you finally put your own oxygen mask on first."

    XO 

    Bizzy

    #ItsBizzy, #LifeIsntFair, #LifeLessons, #MindsetMatters, #PersonalGrowth, #Resilience, #HealingJourney, #ChooseJoy, #FaithOverFear, #SelfReflection, #EmotionalWellness, #LifeTransitions, #WomenOver50, #MidlifeJourney, #AuthenticLiving, #PersonalDevelopment, #Hope, #PodcastLife, #NewEpisode, #ListenNow

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    40 min
  • Episode 657: The Secret to Happiness Isn't a Perfect Life with Bizzy

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    After taking a short break from the podcast, I'm back—and I have to tell you, something has shifted.

    Have you ever reached a point where you realized you needed to change the way you were thinking, even though nothing around you had actually changed?

    That's exactly where I found myself.

    In this episode, I share how spending time with a wise friend reminded me that happiness isn't about perfect circumstances—it's about choosing peace, gratitude, and joy regardless of what's happening around us.

    We talk about:

    • Why life isn't fair—and why accepting that can actually set you free
     • How comparison steals your joy (especially on social media)
     • The daily habits helping me find more peace, including gratitude and meditation
     • What the Book of Ruth has been teaching me about surrender and trusting God's plan
     • Why taking a break can be one of the healthiest things you do
     • How writing my memoir helped me see my own life with fresh eyes
     • The power of forgiveness and letting go of what you can't control

    If you've been feeling overwhelmed, discouraged, or like you're comparing your life to everyone else's, this episode is for you.

    Remember—you are not alone.

    If this episode encouraged you, I'd be so grateful if you'd subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who needs a little hope today.

    For coaching, podcast updates, and more, visit ElizabethChance.com.

    Connect with Me

    🎙️ Patreon: patreon.com/elizabethchance
     💙 Facebook: facebook.com/itsbizzypodcast
     📸 Instagram: @itsbizzypodcast
     ▶️ YouTube: @elizabethchance
     🎵 TikTok: @bizzychance
     🐦 X: @itsbizzypodcast
     📌 Pinterest: @BusyLivingSober
     💼 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/elizabethchance
     💌 Updates: eepurl.com/iDtRnw
     📬 Story ideas: [email protected]

    Email: [email protected]

    "Remember, you don’t have to navigate the mess alone. Whether you’re pivoting your career, your marriage, or your mindset, I’m here to walk that road with you. Let’s make 2026 the year you finally put your own oxygen mask on first."

    XO 

    Bizzy

     

    #ItsBizzy #ElizabethChance #LifeIsntFair #ChooseJoy #Gratitude #FaithOverFear #PersonalGrowth #Midlife #WomenOver50 #SelfImprovement #Mindset #ChristianPodcast #Forgiveness #Recovery #Sobriety #MentalWellness #Hope #Joy #Podcast #NewEpisode

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    21 min
  • Episode 656: Why You Can't Shut Your Brain Off at Night (And What Actually Helps)

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    If your mind starts racing the moment your head hits the pillow, you're not alone.

    In Episode 656 of It's Bizzy, I sit down with former Special Forces soldier, professional fighter, and sleep resilience expert Tim Thomas to talk about why so many of us struggle with insomnia, anxiety, and an overactive nervous system.

    Tim shares practical breathing techniques and nervous system tools that can help calm your mind, reduce stress, and improve your sleep naturally—without relying solely on medication. We also discuss loneliness, burnout, emotional healing, recovery, and why learning to regulate your nervous system may be one of the most important skills for your overall health.

    During this conversation, Tim even guides me through several live breathwork exercises, and I share what I experienced in real time.

    If you've ever laid awake wondering why your brain won't shut off at night, this episode is for you.

    In this episode you'll learn:
     • Why your brain keeps racing at bedtime
     • How your nervous system affects sleep
     • Simple breathwork techniques to calm anxiety
     • Why loneliness and fatigue are deeply connected
     • How to create better sleep habits naturally
     • Practical tools you can start using tonight

    Listen now and discover simple ways to calm your mind, sleep better, and wake up feeling more restored.

    If you're ready to stop waiting and start moving forward, this episode is for you.

    For coaching, podcast updates, and more, visit ElizabethChance.com.

    Connect with Me

    🎙️ Patreon: patreon.com/elizabethchance
     💙 Facebook: facebook.com/itsbizzypodcast
     📸 Instagram: @itsbizzypodcast
     ▶️ YouTube: @elizabethchance
     🎵 TikTok: @bizzychance
     🐦 X: @itsbizzypodcast
     📌 Pinterest: @BusyLivingSober
     💼 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/elizabethchance
     💌 Updates: eepurl.com/iDtRnw
     📬 Story ideas: [email protected]

    Email: [email protected]

    To Reach Tim

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/bettersleepbetterworld/  

    https://breathworkinbed.com.au/

    https://www.instagram.com/breathworkinbed/

    https://www.facebook.com/breathworkinbed

     

    https://www.tiktok.com/@breathworkinbed?

     

    "Remember, you don’t have to navigate the mess alone. Whether you’re pivoting your career, your marriage, or your mindset, I’m here to walk that road with you. Let’s make 2026 the year you finally put your own oxygen mask on first."

    XO 

    Bizzy

    #Sleep #Insomnia #SleepTips #SleepHealth #BetterSleep #AnxietyRelief #Breathwork #NervousSystem #MentalHealth #StressRelief #Mindfulness #Wellness #Recovery #PersonalGrowth #ItsBizzy #ElizabethChance #Podcast #SelfCare #Healing #HealthyLiving #peptides #healthandwellness

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    1 hr 16 min
  • Episode 655: Abandoned at 14, Saved by Faith: Sam West's Incredible Story of Forgiveness and Redemption

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    At just 14 years old, my guest, Sam West, was abandoned by his parents on the side of a country road. What happened next is nothing short of extraordinary.

    In this episode of It's Bizzy, Sam shares how a ranch family took him in, how he found Jesus, built a career in law enforcement, and ultimately made the courageous decision to forgive the very parents who abandoned him. His story is a powerful reminder that our past does not have to define our future.

    We also talk about faith, forgiveness, redemption, parenting, the loneliness so many people experience today, why love is stronger than resentment, and how trusting God can transform even the darkest moments into purpose.

    If you've ever struggled with family wounds, rejection, abandonment, or finding hope after heartbreak, this conversation will encourage you and remind you that you are never alone.

    In this episode we discuss:
    • Being abandoned as a teenager
    • Finding faith and purpose
    • Forgiveness after deep family pain
    • Law enforcement and serving others
    • Why humility changes everything
    • Living with hope instead of bitterness
    • Trusting God through life's hardest seasons

    Connect with Me

    🎙️ Patreon: patreon.com/elizabethchance
     💙 Facebook: facebook.com/itsbizzypodcast
     📸 Instagram: @itsbizzypodcast
     ▶️ YouTube: @elizabethchance
     🎵 TikTok: @bizzychance
     🐦 X: @itsbizzypodcast
     📌 Pinterest: @BusyLivingSober
     💼 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/elizabethchance
     💌 Updates: eepurl.com/iDtRnw
     📬 Story ideas: [email protected]

    Email: [email protected]

    To reach Sam West 

    https://www.instagram.com/sam_west_ranch/

    https://www.tiktok.com/@samwestranch?lang=en 

    "Remember, you don’t have to navigate the mess alone. Whether you’re pivoting your career, your marriage, or your mindset, I’m here to walk that road with you. Let’s make 2026 the year you finally put your own oxygen mask on first."

    XO 

    Bizzy

     

    #ItsBizzyPodcast #ElizabethChance #SamWest #Faith #Forgiveness #Redemption #ChristianPodcast #Healing #FamilyHealing #Abandonment #Hope #Jesus #LawEnforcement #CowboyLife #Inspiration #PersonalGrowth #Resilience #GodsGrace #Podcast #LiveLoudLoveBig @samwestranch

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    1 hr 2 min
  • Episode 655: Can We Change at 57? My Experiment in Doing Life Differently

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    In Episode 655 of It's Bizzy, I'm sharing one of the most honest and vulnerable conversations I've had with myself in a long time.

    After spending the Fourth of July reflecting on where I've been and where I want to go, I realized something powerful: I've spent much of my life running—not physically, but emotionally. Running from discomfort, pain, uncertainty, and even myself. What if this season of my life isn't about changing other people or fixing the past? What if it's actually about changing me?

    In this episode, I open up about:
     • Why I'm taking the month of August off from podcasting
     • Spending the Fourth of July alone and what I learned from the experience
     • The life-changing lessons I took from reading God on a Harley
     • How ego and judgment continue to show up in my everyday life (including a humbling encounter on the beach)
     • Why I'm deleting social media from my phone and stepping away from the constant noise
     • Learning to stop running away from uncomfortable emotions
     • Trusting God instead of trying to control every outcome
     • The power of beliefs and how fear can keep us from becoming who we're meant to be
     • Reflecting on nearly 20 years of sobriety and believing that change is still possible

    I'm sharing this episode because I know I'm not the only one who feels lost, stuck, fearful, or uncertain about what's next. Maybe the answer isn't running faster. Maybe the answer is finally sitting still long enough to hear what God has been trying to tell us all along.

    If you've ever struggled with change, faith, judgment, anxiety, reinvention, sobriety, or learning to trust God's timing, this episode is for you.

    Thank you for walking this journey with me. As always, let's continue to live loud and love big.

    Here is the link for the book God on a Harley     https://a.co/d/00QuwFzk 

    Connect with Me

    🎙️ Patreon: patreon.com/elizabethchance
     💙 Facebook: facebook.com/itsbizzypodcast
     📸 Instagram: @itsbizzypodcast
     ▶️ YouTube: @elizabethchance
     🎵 TikTok: @bizzychance
     🐦 X: @itsbizzypodcast
     📌 Pinterest: @BusyLivingSober
     💼 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/elizabethchance
     💌 Updates: eepurl.com/iDtRnw
     📬 Story ideas: [email protected]

    Email: [email protected]

    "Remember, you don’t have to navigate the mess alone. Whether you’re pivoting your career, your marriage, or your mindset, I’m here to walk that road with you. Let’s make 2026 the year you finally put your own oxygen mask on first."

    XO 

    Bizzy

    #ItsBizzyPodcast #FaithJourney #PersonalGrowth #TrustGod #ChristianPodcast #SobrietyJourney #Recovery #SelfDiscovery #HealingJourney #EmotionalHealing #MindsetShift #LifeTransitions #WomenOver50 #PersonalDevelopment #GodsPlan #LetGoAndLetGod #GrowthMindset #MentalHealthAwareness #Reinvention #LiveLoudLoveBig

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    20 min
  • Episode 654: Celebrating the American Dream with Fashion Entrepreneur Lisi Lerch | Faith, Family, Resilience & Building a 25-Year Brand

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    This special Fourth of July episode of It's Bizzy celebrates the spirit of the American Dream with one of my oldest friends and one of the most successful female entrepreneurs I know, Lisi Lerch.

    For more than 25 years, Lisi has built a nationally recognized accessories brand from the ground up—starting with affordable Kentucky Derby hats and growing into a thriving business featuring jewelry, handbags, apparel, and boutiques across Pennsylvania and beyond. After leaving a career connected to Wall Street and launching her company in 2001 while her husband attended business school, Lisi turned a dream into a business empire while raising three children and staying grounded in her Catholic faith. 

    In this heartfelt and inspiring conversation, we discuss:

    ✨ How Lisi built her business from scratch and never gave up
     ✨ The role faith, family, and friendship have played throughout her journey
     ✨ Growing a company for 25 years while raising a family
     ✨ Why resilience and grit matter more than perfection
     ✨ Navigating anxiety, depression, and business setbacks
     ✨ Raising a daughter with Type 1 diabetes and finding strength through adversity
     ✨ Why supporting other women is more important than ever
     ✨ Entrepreneurship, motherhood, marriage, and the courage to keep going
     ✨ Why it's okay to not be okay—and how to find your way back

    We also talk about the importance of affordable fashion, the rise of her iconic accessories brand, her beloved LibbyKat clothing line, and why she believes every challenge in life can become your greatest superpower. 

    Whether you're an entrepreneur, a parent, navigating a difficult season of life, or simply looking for encouragement this Fourth of July weekend, this conversation will remind you that resilience, faith, and love can carry you through almost anything.

    Connect with Me

    🎙️ Patreon: patreon.com/elizabethchance
     💙 Facebook: facebook.com/itsbizzypodcast
     📸 Instagram: @itsbizzypodcast
     ▶️ YouTube: @elizabethchance
     🎵 TikTok: @bizzychance
     🐦 X: @itsbizzypodcast
     📌 Pinterest: @BusyLivingSober
     💼 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/elizabethchance
     💌 Updates: eepurl.com/iDtRnw
     📬 Story ideas: [email protected]

    Email: [email protected]

    Learn more about Lisi and shop her beautiful collections at Lisi Lerch and follow her on Instagram at @lisilerch and all socials. 

    "Remember, you don’t have to navigate the mess alone. Whether you’re pivoting your career, your marriage, or your mindset, I’m here to walk that road with you. Let’s make 2026 the year you finally put your own oxygen mask on first."

    XO 

    Bizzy

    #ItsBizzyPodcast #LisiLerch #FourthOfJuly #AmericanDream #WomenInBusiness #FemaleEntrepreneur #CatholicWomen #FaithAndFamily #Resilience #Type1Diabetes #JDRF #SmallBusiness #Entrepreneurship #MothersAndDaughters #WomenSupportingWomen #PodcastLife #LiveLoudLoveBig #ItsBizzy 

     

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    37 min
  • Episode 653 Can You Love What Isn't Perfect? Acceptance, Faith & America's 250th Birthday with Bizzy

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    As America celebrates its 250th birthday, I found myself asking a difficult but important question:

    Can I allow this moment to be exactly as it is, even if I wish it were different?

    In this deeply personal solo episode of It's Bizzy, I reflect on acceptance, faith, forgiveness, family, recovery, and learning to love imperfect things—including ourselves. From my own experiences with divorce, estrangement, recovery, and trusting God's plan, to reflections on our country and our shared humanity, this episode is about finding peace when life doesn't look the way we hoped it would.

    We explore:

    • How to practice acceptance when life feels painful 
    • Why forgiveness is essential for healing 
    • Learning to trust God when we don't understand the plan 
    • Loving our families, our country, and ourselves despite imperfections 
    • Letting go of control and choosing action over resentment 
    • Finding joy, gratitude, and hope in the present moment 

    As we celebrate America's 250th birthday, perhaps the real question isn't whether life is perfect—but whether we can learn to love it anyway.

    ✨ Can you love something, even when you wish it were different?

    For coaching, podcast updates, and more, visit ElizabethChance.com.

    Connect with Me

    🎙️ Patreon: patreon.com/elizabethchance
     💙 Facebook: facebook.com/itsbizzypodcast
     📸 Instagram: @itsbizzypodcast
     ▶️ YouTube: @elizabethchance
     🎵 TikTok: @bizzychance
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     📌 Pinterest: @BusyLivingSober
     💼 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/elizabethchance
     💌 Updates: eepurl.com/iDtRnw
     📬 Story ideas: [email protected]

    Email: [email protected]

    "Remember, you don’t have to navigate the mess alone. Whether you’re pivoting your career, your marriage, or your mindset, I’m here to walk that road with you. Let’s make 2026 the year you finally put your own oxygen mask on first."

    XO 

    Bizzy

     

    #ItsBizzyPodcast #America250 #Acceptance #Faith #Forgiveness #PersonalGrowth #Recovery #ChristianLiving #Healing #SelfAcceptance #TrustGod #Podcast #LifeTransitions #GodBlessAmerica #LiveLoudLoveBig

     

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    17 min
  • Episode 652: Elli Rose Cikovic on Addiction, Blackout Drinking, and Getting Sober at 25

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    In Episode 652 of It's Bizzy, I sit down with author Elli Rose Cikovic to discuss her memoir, The Diary of a Twenty-Five-Year-Old Alcoholic, and her powerful journey through addiction, recovery, and self-discovery.

    Elli shares how she began drinking at 13, experienced blackouts by 14, and spent years navigating family dysfunction, divorce, shame, and the emotional challenges that often accompany alcoholism. Together, we explore what recovery looks like for younger generations, the impact of social media on mental health, the role family dynamics play in addiction, and the courage it takes to rebuild a life after alcohol.

    What I loved most about this conversation is Elli's honesty. She openly shares her struggles, her recovery journey, and the lessons she's learned along the way. We also discuss the differences between generations when it comes to drinking, sobriety, technology, and healing.

    In this episode we discuss:
     • Growing up with alcoholism in the family
     • Blackout drinking and alcohol dependency
     • Recovery in your twenties
     • Social media, anxiety, and mental health
     • Family dysfunction, divorce, and healing
     • California sobriety and personal growth
     • Writing as a tool for recovery and transformation
     • Finding purpose after addiction

    Elli Rose Cikovic is a writer, speaker, and author of The Diary of a Twenty-Five-Year-Old Alcoholic. Her work explores addiction, recovery, identity, healing, and the realities of getting sober as a young adult.

    If you or someone you love is struggling with alcohol addiction, please know that recovery is possible and you are never alone.

    As always, thank you for listening, sharing, and supporting It's Bizzy. I am grateful you're here.

    For coaching, podcast updates, and more, visit ElizabethChance.com.

    Connect with Me

    🎙️ Patreon: patreon.com/elizabethchance
     💙 Facebook: facebook.com/itsbizzypodcast
     📸 Instagram: @itsbizzypodcast
     ▶️ YouTube: @elizabethchance
     🎵 TikTok: @bizzychance
     🐦 X: @itsbizzypodcast
     📌 Pinterest: @BusyLivingSober
     💼 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/elizabethchance
     💌 Updates: eepurl.com/iDtRnw
     📬 Story ideas: [email protected]

    Email: [email protected]

    Connect with Elli Rose Cikovic:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ellirosecikovic/ and https://www.instagram.com/diaryofa25yearoldalcoholic/ 

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elli.rose.586908
    Book: The Diary of a Twenty-Five-Year-Old Alcoholic  https://a.co/d/00IeTZHJ 
        

    If you or someone you love is struggling with alcohol addiction, know this: recovery is possible, and you are not alone.

    #ItsBizzyPodcast #ElliRoseCikovic #DiaryOfATwentyFiveYearOldAlcoholic #Sobriety #Recovery #AlcoholismRecovery #AddictionRecovery #MentalHealth #YoungAdultRecovery #HealingJourney #RecoveryPodcast #ElizabethChance #ItsBizzy

     

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    46 min
  • Episode 651: Getting Out of a Rut | Life Transitions, Personal Growth & Taking Action

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    Have you ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or like you've been waiting for someone else to change before you could move forward?

    In this honest and personal episode of It's Bizzy, Elizabeth Chance shares her journey through a difficult year of uncertainty, sleepless nights, self-reflection, and the realization that lasting change begins within. She discusses the importance of taking action, embracing personal growth, trusting your faith, and letting go of the things—and people—you cannot control.

    Whether you're navigating a major life transition, struggling with relationships, searching for purpose, or simply feeling stuck in the same patterns, this episode offers encouragement, hope, and practical reminders that it's never too late to create a new chapter.

    In this episode:
     • How to get out of a rut
     • Why waiting for others to change keeps us stuck
     • The connection between faith and personal growth
     • Small actions that create momentum
     • Navigating life transitions with courage
     • Learning to focus on what you can control

    If you're ready to stop waiting and start moving forward, this episode is for you.

    For coaching, podcast updates, and more, visit ElizabethChance.com.

    Connect with Me

    🎙️ Patreon: patreon.com/elizabethchance
     💙 Facebook: facebook.com/itsbizzypodcast
     📸 Instagram: @itsbizzypodcast
     ▶️ YouTube: @elizabethchance
     🎵 TikTok: @bizzychance
     🐦 X: @itsbizzypodcast
     📌 Pinterest: @BusyLivingSober
     💼 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/elizabethchance
     💌 Updates: eepurl.com/iDtRnw
     📬 Story ideas: [email protected]

    Email: [email protected]

    "Remember, you don’t have to navigate the mess alone. Whether you’re pivoting your career, your marriage, or your mindset, I’m here to walk that road with you. Let’s make 2026 the year you finally put your own oxygen mask on first."

    XO 

    Bizzy

     

    #ItsBizzyPodcast #ItsBizzy #ElizabethChance #LiveLoudLoveBig #LifeTransitions #PersonalGrowth #MindsetShift #SelfImprovement #LifeCoaching #FaithOverFear #TakeAction #PersonalDevelopment #GrowthMindset #PurposeDrivenLife #NewBeginnings #NextChapter #LifeLessons #HopeAndHealing #WomenOver50 #EmptyNester #Relationships #MotivationMonday #InspirationDaily #PodcastLife #PodcastRecommendations

     

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    17 min
  • Episode 650: From Addiction to Purpose with Chris Pondoff | Faith, Sobriety & Second Chances

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    In Episode 650 of It's Bizzy, I sit down with Chris Pondoff, founder and host of Pondoff's Anonymous, Recovery Pastor at Underground Recovery Community in St. Louis, and a man whose life is a testament to the power of faith, recovery, and second chances.

    Chris shares his journey from growing up in a culture where alcohol was everywhere to losing his father, hitting rock bottom, and eventually finding lasting sobriety. We talk about addiction, grief, faith, community, adoption, and what it really means to rebuild a life one day at a time.

    One of my favorite parts of this conversation is hearing how Chris and his wife became foster parents and ultimately adopted their son—a powerful reminder that God's plans are often bigger than anything we can imagine.

    We also discuss why long-term recovery is about so much more than putting down the drink, how community becomes medicine for those struggling with addiction, and why joy is still possible after even the darkest chapters of life.

    In this episode, we discuss:

    • Chris's recovery journey and 12 years of sobriety
     • The loss of his father and its impact on his addiction
     • Faith, healing, and spiritual transformation
     • Why community is essential in recovery
     • Adoption, family, and second chances
     • Finding joy after addiction
     • Long-term sobriety and personal growth
     • Hope for anyone struggling with addiction or loving someone who is

    If you or someone you love is struggling, this episode is a reminder that recovery is possible and that you are never alone.

    Connect with Me

    🎙️ Patreon: patreon.com/elizabethchance
     💙 Facebook: facebook.com/itsbizzypodcast
     📸 Instagram: @itsbizzypodcast
     ▶️ YouTube: @elizabethchance
     🎵 TikTok: @bizzychance
     🐦 X: @itsbizzypodcast
     📌 Pinterest: @BusyLivingSober
     💼 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/elizabethchance
     💌 Updates: eepurl.com/iDtRnw
     📬 Story ideas: [email protected]

    Email: [email protected]

    To Reach Chris Pondoff 

    Chris Pondoff [email protected]

    Cell: 314-556-3641

    Podcast: www.pondoffsanonymous.com

    Underground Recovery Community: https://gatheringnow.org/recovery

    "Remember, you don’t have to navigate the mess alone. Whether you’re pivoting your career, your marriage, or your mindset, I’m here to walk that road with you. Let’s make 2026 the year you finally put your own oxygen mask on first."

    XO 

    Bizzy

    Live loud. Love big. 

     

    #itsbizzypodcast #liveloudlovebig #recovery #sobriety #addictionrecovery #faithbasedrecovery #christianrecovery #mentalhealth #recoverypodcast #soberliving #healing #hope #personalgrowth #adoptionstory #recoverycommunity #itsbizzypodcast #liveloudlovebig #bizzychance

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    42 min

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