Life Recovered

Tamara and Garrett welcome Walter from Episode 29 and we quickly get caught up with him. We talk about everything from spiritual self help to bitcoin, plus Walter learns what a doula is and we get an update on Tamara's wedding, impending birth, and even what her new last name is going to be.

Walter shares his exciting news of recently getting married and now living happily in a Brady bunch style household, all while sidestepping any remnants of the Branch Davidians from his home in Waco, TX.

We learn how Tamara has 3 sponsees, We learn that Garrett left out a big part of his U2 story from episode 68..and the trio reflects on the trip of their lifetimes, the Peru trip and the Inca trail hike. Walter shares a plan of how he is hoping for a Peru trip reunion, and Gar and Tam are open to it.....Ladies and gentlemen all this more can be found on LR 69 duuuude!

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On the day this episode was recorded and released, Garrett hit 3 years alcohol-free. Garrett reveals why this particular milestone is so special, talks about how he's celebrating, and makes the big announcement that he promised to deliver to listeners today.

Tam and Gar discuss the memories over the past 3 years of his journey, and how distinct stages of life in recovery have evolved - and how Garrett himself has evolved. He also looks ahead and shares what this chapter entails. At 3 years sober, there's no place he'd rather be than here recording Life Recovered alongside Tam.

Be sure to check out an amazing new podcast - straight from Garrett & Tamara's friend, Bree (featured on episode 51) - called "The Self-Healer's Podcast." It's highly recommended and available on iTunes, Stitcher, Google Podcast and Spotify.

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This time, it's Tamara's turn to make up a COVID-19 question "game," and she and Garrett talk about their latest feelings and routines around the quarantine. Tam talks about her jimmy-rigged backyard swimming pool set-up, and Gar talks about days he spends by his actual swimming pool.

Each of them have experienced changes that impact daily life - Gar with a new scope in his job, and Tam with a new focus on home and preparations for motherhood.

Since the two of them have a shared love of dogs, they happen upon a dog update segment. Garrett gives an update on how Raven is doing, and Tam shares a big curve ball about something she learned about her neighborhood dog, "Barnes Henry."

The episode rounds out with their latest pop culture updates and favorites. Stay tuned for a very special episode 68, coming up on May 8th!

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COVID-19 continues to drive the conversation, but Gar & Tam take a few different turns as they discuss its latest effects on the new day-to-day "normal" - both the sad and the uplifting. They cover everything from the reality of job loss, the return to life's simple pleasures, the delights of Costco and even the high school experience in the world of Coronavirus.

Garrett talks about his beloved dog Raven, and her signs of old age. Tamara raves about her latest read, "Educated," and they discuss the stigmatization of a topic that isn't often discussed - family estrangement.

This episode's pop culture review and watch list includes old favorites and new hits alike - Mrs. America, Little Fires Everywhere, Pawn Stars, Judge Judy, The Servant, Bosch, Ozark, Chappelle's Show and the anticipation of Season 2 of Dead to Me on 8th.

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As the world changes, Garrett and Tamara take a moment to notice the purpose in what could otherwise be perceived as random and meaningless. They each have an incredible sense of gratitude when they realize the groundwork that has been laid for them to be able to walk through this Coronavirus crisis.

The pair get a lot of inspiration for this episode from this article, and they pull out its valuable lessons to help us all shift our routines and mindsets to live well right now.

They round out the discussion with their reviews of the epic Tiger King - as well as other shows such as The Morning Show, Devs, Little Fires Everywhere, and Insane Pools of the Deep.

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The lovely Kymberly (also featured on LR 59 & 48) joins Garrett & Tamara to offer a therapist's take, as the three discuss coronavirus and its effect on mental health and sobriety.

Gar, Tam and Kymberly talk about each of their experiences as the situation has evolved, and how they're coping. Kymberly also shares some great mindfulness and breathing strategies, as well as some themes she's seeing as people work to deal with mental health and sobriety during a world dominated by COVID-19.

Lastly, each shares their personal gratitude and some good news... because, who couldn't use a little of that right now!

For more on the Safe and Sound Protocol Kymberly mentions, you can visit this website to learn more: https://integratedlistening.com/ssp-safe-sound-protocol/.

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A snippet from a New York Times interview with Ben Afleck caught Garrett's & Tamara's eyes, and they discuss a simple yet very real statement he made about the hole we all try to fill.

Gar & Tam also share an announcement they heard last week of an end of an era of sorts. They also ponder whether people really are "good" or "bad" - or whether we're all just people doing their best.

Garrett Talks about something he heard from his brother regarding Rich Rolls take on social media, (instagram in particular)

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This week, Garrett and Tamara discuss the somewhat awkward transition from having a separate "recovery" bucket of life, to integrating all things into a singular, new way of life. They also share how and why they've changed how they engage with media, news and pop culture. It's all about having a CHOICE in how you live your life recovered!

This episode is also full of Gar's and Tam's standard, random, (sometimes awkward) banter. Tamara attends her very first boxing title fight, and she finds out she's a "7" on the Enneagram (but what does it MEAN???). Garrett has a Sting-induced spiritual experience, and in a surprising twist, he has a serious case of Ichthyophobia (fear of fish).

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Garrett and Tamara are BACK and bringing a new and refreshed intention to Life Recovered. Welcome to a new chapter of Life Recovered with Garrett and Tamara!

The pair celebrate Gar's quadruple-digit sobriety as he hits 1,000 days! Tam is 13 weeks pregnant and celebrating all the changes and gifts of her completely new way of life. Gar is immersed in his Orange Theory workout routine, and Tam talks about how she takes care of herself and the human she's incubating. Life. is. good.

Tamara and Garrett are both expanding their mindfulness practice with the Waking Up app (HIGHLY recommend), and they discuss a particularly powerful talk between Sam Harris and Richard Lang about the concept of headlessness. Tamara has discovered the Wim How Method and added an alkaline breathing technique and cold exposure to her practice.

This episode features a LOT of love for and from some dedicated LR listeners. Gar and Tam send some shout-outs and read notes from Dave, Shelby, and of course - their main man Walter!

* For a free month of the Waking Up app: https://share.wakingup.com/6f4657672ee1

* To hear Richard Lang talk about Headlessness, check out the interview here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/181-the-illusory-self/id733163012?i=1000462387211

* For more information on the alkaline breathing technique and cold exposure Tamara is practicing: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/wim-hof-method/id890471578

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Garrett and special guest co-host Kris break down what is was like to be at the very first Recovery Happy Hour retreat in downtown Dallas.

If you are curious about what it is like at one of these retreats we lay it all out for you. Why did we love this one so much? Listen and find out!

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