You may love someone in an addiction and wonder “why do they do this,” “why do they hide”, “why do they keep running away.” In this episode we would like to answer this question for you. We will talk about how shame is the biggest culprit in our addiction. Will give you examples of our past as well as people that we’ve worked with. Hopefully this will open the line of communication between you and your loved one. And of course if you ever have any questions feel free to email me. [email protected] or vidit the website at Soberempowermentfoundation.com. You can send me a message or question! Use the link and I’ll post it in a future podcast! https://anchor.fm/snarkybitch/message

Join me in my behind the scenes interview where I share my experience deciding to let go. I wrote this while in treatment and I’m sharing it with everyone in hopes that it makes a difference in your life as well. Please listen and pass it along to anybody who may need it. And if you decide to write a goodbye letter please send it to me I would love to read it. [email protected]. Send me a message or question! https://anchor.fm/snarkybitch/message

The fifth and last stage of change in our recovery is maintenance. Everyone’s recovery is their own journey and we are not here to tell people how to maintain their sobriety. Onthe other hand, join us while we talk about three scenarios where struggles arise in sobriety and how we can prepare ourselves for these real life situations. The more we talk about it the easier it is to live in sobriety successfully. Please visit our website at soberempowermentfoundation.com for more info on upcoming events, funding, and more. And if you ever have any questions please feel free to email me at [email protected]. Send me a message or question! https://anchor.fm/snarkybitch/message

It’s survival of the fittest. What does one person do when they want what the other person has? In this episode Anthony and I talk about the real issue of bullying in Oxford Houses. Why it happens, Who it happens to, and what you can do about it. What happens when you are being targeted? Please email me with any questions. And please listen and share. Thank you! [email protected]. You can send me a message or question! Use the link https://anchor.fm/snarkybitch/message

This is a must listen to episode! For addicts, alcoholics and family, this step-by-step guide will prepare you for detox, treatment and aftercare. Included are resources for transitional housing and funding for housing. How to make the most of your sobriety while choosing the right path for you. What has worked for others, how to reach out for support as well as how to give back to those who need it next. Contact me at [email protected]. You can send me a message or question! Use the link and I’ll add it in a future podcast! https://anchor.fm/snarkybitch/message

Do you ever think about making a difference? Maybe even saving a life? Let me tell you how somebody made a difference in my life and how you can save a life too. [email protected]. You can send me a comment or question! Use the link and I’ll add it to a future podcast! https://anchor.fm/snarkybitch/message

If there is one thing in this world that can stop us in our tracks it’s Fear. If you’re like me you’ll wait until you’re almost dead until you consider going to treatment. Don’t let fear stop you from getting help. In this episode, I share my story of how I got to treatment. What to do if you have DTs and seizures, preparing for detox and how to get to the treatment facility. Please listen and share! [email protected]. You can send me a message or question! Use the link and I’ll use it in a future podcast! https://anchor.fm/snarkybitch/message

Some people spend years of their addiction contemplating on whether or not they actually have an addiction or if that addiction gotten bad enough for a change. In this episode, Anthony and I talk about the struggle of admitting we need to change when everyone else is still out doing it. And what does contemplation look like after a relapse? Please listen and share! Email me with any questions. [email protected]. You can send me a message or question! Use the link and I’ll ad it to one of my future podcasts! https://anchor.fm/snarkybitch/message

Are you a tornado? Do you love to Grace everyone with your presence just like I used to?? Is it a good time to intervene? This is life and this is just what people do but when is it time to change? In this episode I identify the first stage of the five stages of change in addiction, Pre-contemplation. Some of us don’t realize that we are running amuck. Please listen to the episode and share! [email protected]. You can send me a message or questions and I can add them to my next podcast! Use the following link. https://anchor.fm/snarkybitch/message

Different than a sponsor, a recovery coach is there during your sobriety to see the big picture. To help you get through certain times that you need viable accountability and answers outside the box that will improve your life and help you move forward. Sometimes our recovery feels like a race we feel we’re losing. Please listen and share and of course email with any questions you may have. [email protected]. You can send me a message! Please add a comment or question and I can add it to a future podcast. Use the following link. https://anchor.fm/snarkybitch/message