Recovery Rocks

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July 09, 2021 Episode 77: Episode 77: Special Guest Alysse Bryson, The Sober Curator
Tawny and Lisa talk with Alysse, founder of The Sober Curator, SOBER POP, and all kinds of sober lifestyle and community connections. Alysse coined #sobrietyisthenewglutenfree and the ladies are all in! It’s a healthy lifestyle full of options for anyone who wants it, no questions asked. She’s got all the social media networks covered! Music Minute features a can’t-miss Tupac concert story and the great Coldplay/U2/Radiohead debate.

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35 min
June 25, 2021 Episode 76 – Forgiving Ourselves and Others (Part 2)
Tawny and Lisa talk further on forgiveness, particularly owning their own mistakes. They try to avoid ruminating and choose to “look back, but not stare.” They also talk about imposter syndrome and understanding that they’re not unique. Music Minute includes “Let It Go” from “Frozen” and all the fantastic takes on “The Weight.”
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ph1GU1qQ1zQ
27 min
June 18, 2021 Episode 75 – Forgiving Ourselves and Others (Part 1)
In what became a two-part conversation, Tawny and Lisa take on this big topic. Forgiveness can bring peace when and if the time is right. And there is support because they never do any of this alone. They talk Al-Anon and the movie “6 Balloons.” Elton John makes his first Music Minute appearance.
https://al-anon.org/
https://www.netflix.com/title/80130625
30 min
June 11, 2021 Episode 74 – Investing in Ourselves and What’s Possible
Tawny and Lisa talk about investing time, energy, and sometimes resources in things that bring them joy. For Tawny, it led to a Webby Award for the “F*cking Sober” podcast! All by being open to new ideas and projects. Lisa learns how to pronounce “Tarot” correctly. Music Minute ranges from Pink Floyd to Donna Summer on time and money.

https://fckingsoberpodcast.com/
28 min
June 04, 2021 Episode 73 - Sober Summer
Tawny and Lisa talk about summer excitement but there are still big pandemic issues affecting all of us. An article in The Atlantic captured the new depression/anxiety many people feel. And Tawny’s got a perfect book recommendation. Music Minute features a throwback disco from Ryan Murphy’s latest masterpiece, “Halston” on Netflix.

https://www.theatlantic.com/health/archive/2021/05/pandemic-trauma-summer/618934/

https://www.amazon.com/Set-Boundaries-Find-Peace-Reclaiming/dp/0593192095/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1622071026&sr=8-1
30 min
May 28, 2021 Episode 72 – Talking to Friends and Family About Your Drinking
Tawny talks about her recent interview with WebMD.com about these often-tricky conversations. This discussion has gone mainstream! Music Minute features a Gin Blossoms favorite and Counting Crows.
https://www.webmd.com/mental-health/addiction/features/talking-family-friends
31 min
May 21, 2021 Episode 71 – Our Favorite NA Drinks
As the sober world continues to evolve, so does the drink market. This episode celebrates Tawny's favorite NA beers, wines, liquors, and other fun booze-free drink options while Lisa shares her apprehension with certain NA drinks. Together, they have a great convo about the vastly expanding NA drink market and how that impacts the recovery community. The Music Minute goes to "Alcohol" by The Barenaked Ladies, a warning that it’s easy to go too far with booze.
28 min
May 14, 2021 Episode 70 – Missing our Music
Tawny and Lisa discuss how they have drifted away from their regular music listening during the pandemic. A big reason for that has been content overload and the feeling that they should always be listening to a podcast or an audiobook to be learning something new. But now they realize finding joy in music, whether it’s old favorites or some new tunes, is essential to their recovery. They cover everything from Dua Lipa to Kate Bush to Guns ‘n Roses.
28 min
May 07, 2021 Episode 69 – Food Issues
Lisa talks about how she’s been struggling with her eating through COVID and Tawny talks about her relationship with food. As with any other substance, they agree that it’s important to look at why their eating can feel disordered at times. And to give themselves grace and compassion when those struggles come up. Music Minute includes Halsey’s “Nightmare” and Silverchair’s “Ana’s Song.”
30 min
April 30, 2021 Episode 68 – Harm Reduction with guest Jen Elizabeth
Recovery advocate, survivor, writer, and overall rock star Jen Elizabeth (@resurrektion_of_me on social) talks with Tawny and Lisa about harm reduction: what it is and why it’s saving lives. They delve into the stigma that needs to be broken around harm reduction, including in the recovery community. They also talk about the work of Dr. Carl Hart and community organizations like The Sidewalk Project.
34 min

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