In this special episode, we welcome our very first guest, Ella Peberdy, a personal trainer and business owner of Ellite Fitness! Ella shares her powerful experience completing RecoverMate’s 44 Strong Challenge, after trying different programs like 75 Hard and opening up about the breakthroughs she had, how the challenge reshaped her mental health, and the impact it’s had on her relationships and overall outlook on life. From pushing past limits to finding clarity in the chaos, this conversation is a deep dive into what real transformation looks like when you commit to change.

Whether you're considering the 44 Strong challenge or just need a reminder of what’s possible, Ella’s story will leave you inspired.

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In this raw and honest episode, Rick and Danielle put their relationship and recovery journey under the microscope, literally ranking how alcoholism and sobriety have affected different aspects of their lives on a scale from 1 to 10. From trust and communication to guilt and healing, they hold nothing back in this powerful conversation about where addiction can take us, how it affects the people we love, and what it really means to fight your way back. Whether you're in recovery, love someone who is, or just want to understand the human side of addiction, this episode offers deep insights and heartfelt truth.

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In this deeply honest episode, Rick and Danielle open up about a side of addiction that doesn’t get talked about enough: MONEY. They share how their drinking habits left them broke, stuck in financial chaos, and barely getting by, and how sobriety became the first step toward taking control of their finances. 

From overdraft fees and impulse spending to paying off debt and then saving for their first home in the city, this is a raw, real conversation about the cost of addiction and the wealth that recovery can bring.

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In today’s episode on The RecoverMate Podcast, Rick and Danielle dive deep into the drinking culture woven through different workplaces. From trades workshops & sites to the corporate offices & boardrooms. 

Rick shares raw stories from his days as a young, impressionable apprentice Boilermaker, where heavy drinking was almost a rite of passage. Danielle opens up about navigating the corporate real estate world, where alcohol-fuelled networking events & after work drinks were the norm. 

Together, they explore how these environments shaped their early drinking habits and the broader impact this culture has on apprentices, tradespeople, and professionals alike. Tune in for insightful conversation, personal stories, and a look at how we can start shifting the narrative.

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In this powerful episode of the RecoverMate Podcast, Rick and Danielle sit down to reflect on the momentum and magic behind the 44 Strong Challenge. From real-time progress updates to the inspiring stories pouring in from the community, they unpack what’s working and why it matters.

But this episode goes deeper. It's not just about staying strong for 44 days, it's about using that strength to shatter old patterns, confront the cycles that keep us stuck, and step into real transformation. Rick and Danielle share personal insights on how they’ve learned to recognise self-sabotage, shift mindset mid-pattern, and lean into the discomfort that leads to growth while not repeating the same habits and building something new for the next life cycle.

Whether you’re in the challenge or simply looking for motivation to create lasting change, this episode is your reminder that you don’t have to keep repeating the same story. You have the power to write a new one.

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In this powerful and honest episode, Rick and Danielle open up about how alcohol impacted their ability to parent and the ripple effect it had on their children. They reflect on the emotional disconnection, the guilt, and the hard moments that made them realise something had to change. 

Rick shares how sobriety helped him grow into a more emotionally present father, and together they talk about the incredible shift they saw in their kids once they got sober. It's a raw, hopeful conversation about breaking cycles, healing as a family, and becoming the parents their children truly deserve.

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In this powerful episode on the RecoverMate Podcast, Rick and Danielle dive into the unexpected start of their 44 Strong Challenge: a 44-day journey of clarity, discipline, and self-discovery. 

What began with giving up alcohol has now evolved into uncovering deeper patterns… like Rick’s unshakable grip on caffeine. When Rick gave up coffee, he didn’t expect to feel the same withdrawals, emotional swings, and cravings that mirrored early sobriety. It was a wake-up call that addiction comes in many forms.

They open up about what the 44 Strong Challenge really is, why it’s more than just quitting a substance, and how it’s built to uncover the hidden habits holding us back from true freedom. Whether you’re sober curious, in recovery, or just looking to level up mentally and physically, this episode is for YOU!

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Life has a way of bringing the unexpected, and in this episode on the RecoverMate Podcast, Danielle shares a deeply personal story about the shock surprise of her father, who was once a missing person, suddenly resurfacing. 

She opens up about the emotional impact of his return to Western Australia and how the tools she’s gained in recovery have helped her process the pain, confusion, and grief that come with it. 

Danielle speaks about the importance of having great community around her, having a supportive partner and honouring herself in an impossible situation and how she avoided using her old coping mechanisms. 

Join us for an honest conversation about facing the past, setting boundaries, and finding clarity in the midst of uncertainty.

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RecoverMate is making waves! After our feature on 7News, we’ve hit over 150,000 views online, proving that the conversation around addiction, recovery, and personal transformation is more important than ever.

To keep the momentum going, we’ve launched the 44-Day Strong Challenge.  A life-changing commitment designed to help you break free from addiction, reset your habits, and step into the strongest version of yourself.

This challenge isn’t just about quitting something, it’s about building something. Brick One is the foundation of lasting change, and over the course of 44 days, you’ll commit to:
✅ Giving up a habit, addiction, or limiting behaviour that’s been holding you back.
✅ Strengthening your mindset through daily discipline and accountability.
✅ Going all in on yourself with structured guidance and community support.

Whether you’re starting your sobriety journey, cutting out toxic habits, or simply ready for a change, this challenge is your opportunity to prove to yourself just how strong you really are. Are you ready to go all in?

Join us as we break it down and share how you can get involved. Let’s build something unshakable together. 💪🔥 #44DayStrong #RecoverMate

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Why do alcoholics hide their drinking from their partners? In this episode of the RecoverMate Podcast, we unpack why alcoholics feel the need to hide their drinking. We have the tough but important conversation about secrecy, trust, and the impact of addiction on relationships and what it takes to break the cycle.

Danielle shares how she helped Rick recognise his drinking problem, the small shifts that led to a big change, and the turning point that made Rick choose sobriety. If you or a loved one are facing similar challenges, this episode offers insight, constructive how-to's, encouragement, and the reminder that change is possible.

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