Mike sits down with Jay “Packy” Dempsey, a retired police officer, author, and speaker, who shares his journey through trauma, addiction, and recovery after a life-altering self-defense incident. Today, Packy helps young officers and men’s groups build awareness, accountability, and a steadier identity under pressure.

Jay's book, 'The Fastest 4 Seconds', is available soon https://www.fastest4seconds.com

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The holidays are behind us. Now comes the part that really counts. Mike kicks off 2026 with a reminder about the importance of daily recovery work.

In this week's episode, Mike discusses having self-compassion and compassion for others during the holiday season.

This week Mike focuses on mindfulness and being present during the holiday season.

Part 2 of Mike's conversation with Chad Johnson of the Not All There Podcast.

Part 1 of a two part conversation with Chad Johnson of the Not All There podcast where Mike and Chad talk about sobriety and staying grounded during the holiday season,

In today's episode, Mike is joined by Dr. Harry Henshaw for part 2 of their conversation about transformational therapy, focusing on the 10 principles of transformational recovery for addictive behaviors.

Dr Harry Henshaw of Enhanced Healing Counselling returns to the RRR podcast for a conversation with Mike on all things transformational recovery!

This is the first of a two part conversation - come back next week for part 2!

In today's episode, Mike talks about the danger of creating resentment from expectations and how when we practice awareness, communication, acceptance and forgiveness, those expectations can become lessons not losses.

Guilt to Growth: Turning on the Light!

In today's episode, Mike talks the importance of letting of guilt and shame as part of the recovery process.