In part two of this week's episode, Amy McAllister(Director of Nursing - Ardu Recovery Center, owner of Dude It's Fine) breaks down the steps she took in order to combat her addiction and how taking a nursing job in Hawaii completely changed her life.

She also talks about how she was able to stay alcohol and drug-free after moving back to Utah and the recovery work she has been doing for Ardu Recovery in Provo, UT.

Lastly, Amy details how writing for her blog, Dude It's Fine, has given her a platform to explain what she is feeling and why it's helped her stay sober.

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In this week's bonus episode of Project Recovery, we talk about the disconnect between the internet and the real world and how it creates a bubble for hate and shaming.

Then we talk about how high-stress occupations can easily lay the groundwork for substance abuse, how we can turn this time of crisis as a positive learning opportunity, and Casey's experience with going on a cruise before and ultimately, during, the coronavirus outbreak.

We also dive into how we've been keeping busy since being quarantined.

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In part two of this week's bonus episode, Casey Scott and Dr. Matt are talking about ways that we can talk to our children about the events that are happening throughout the world today, how to communicate with your children better by asking more questions, and whether it's okay to tell your child, "I don't know."

We also talk about the importance of seeking out correct information and staying level-headed in a time of crisis.

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Casey Scott and Dr. Matt Woolley are joined by Nicole Hawkins(Center for Change - CEO) to talk about how the pressure to not weight during college led to an eating disorder throughout her undergrad years, how it affected her friendships, and why she began to isolate herself as an adult.

We also talk about the concept of a 24-hour honesty rule and the means Nicole went through to keep her weight including abusing laxatives, excessive dieting, and over-exercising.

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In part two of this week's episode, Nicole Hawkins(Center for Change - CEO) breaks down the 10-things we need to pack into a recovery backpack to ensure sobriety.

Then we talk about preventative measures that can be taken to help curb addiction before it even starts and the truth about statistics surrounding eating disorders.

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Casey Scott and Dr. Matt Woolley talk about his departure from Pinnacle Recovery and what it means for him in the future. We also dive into the business of private healthcare and some of the drawbacks that are involved in the industry.

Then we dive into some listener-submitted questions and play a voicemail that had an impact on us this week.

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In part two of this week's episode, Casey Scott and Dr. Matt Woolley dive into some listener-submitted questions and feedback for the show.

Then we talk about our experiences of doing the show and the impact it has had on both our lives and our listener's lives over the course of the past year.

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Casey Scott and Dr. Matt Woolley are joined by Joel Huff(Program Director at Pinnacle Recovery Center) to talk about how he believes that he was genetically predisposed to alcohol after tasting it at a very young age.

We also dive into his struggle with substance abuse throughout high school and how the acting industry and his theatre success affected his drinking habits as a young adult. 

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In part two, Joel Huff talks about his alcohol abuse cost him his marriage to his wife at the time, throwing up blood after drinking for a whole week straight, and what led him to contemplate suicide.

Then we dive into his time in recovery, how he was introduced to Pinnacle Recovery, and committing his life to help others who are struggling with their own substance abuse issues.

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Casey Scott and Dr. Matt Woolley are joined by Nate Smith to talk about how the expectations of growing up in an LDS household eventually caused feelings of depression and anxiety throughout his life.

We dive into how it affected his family every day and the moment he decided to try and self-medicate with alcohol and marijuana.

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