The Unhooked Podcast

The Unhooked Podcast

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The Unhooked Podcast episodes

  • Everyone Needs Support
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    “Everyone Needs Support”
    We all need support, every last one of us.  No one gets it right all the time and none of us can handle the heavy things on our own.  
    Even animals and birds, even trees need support!   Our pets often know exactly how to support us.
    Listen in to this brief episode of the "The Unhooked Podcast" to hear about the benefits of support from family, friends and rooms we can trust.
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    18 min
  • "Woe is Me" (how to manage the Eyeores in your life with wisdom and healthy kindness.)
    We have all crossed paths with someone who sees everything as worst case scenario... 
    There's always a crisis, an upset, a down side and a problem; and usually even a problem with the solution to the problem!
    Listen in to this quick hitter episode of the Unhooked Podcast, with input from the rooms when it comes to dealing with those who constantly call with chronic problems, and never ending bad news.
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    25 min
  • What do I do when drama and chaos ERUPT??!!
    Drama and chaos happen, they seem to come in cycles and waves.  Listen to this episode of "The Unhooked Podcast" for a few quick, relatable points about chaos and drama erupting.
    Hear about the "Drama Triangle" and listen to a few points about High Conflict Personalities, which we may all cross paths with (or even be ourselves) from time to time.
    The good news is - we don't HAVE to get swept up in every tornado of chaos, or accept every invitation to drama!
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    12 min
  • Talking about our "stuff," what good does it do?
    This Unhooked episode covers thoughts about unloading, or venting - versus bottling issues, worries, feelings and struggles up inside us. 
    (Our dysfunction...our "junk.")
    One thing I know, feelings need oxygen to dissipate, once they hit the air healing can begin.  
    It doesn't mean unload to every checkout clerk or radio show, some things we need to work through before we share them...and it's definitely crucial to be careful to reveal our treasured personal information to people who are SAFE to tell sensitive things to.
    One of my favorite examples of releasing what's within is the story of a small tribe a missionary lived with' they'd been through intense suffering and misery, yet were known to be the most friendly, positive, happiest group of people in their area.  Listen to find out why!
    Check out this episode of "The Unhooked Podcast" about the benefits of opening the door to your heart to get it out, and when it's wise to hold our peace and sit on our "stuff."
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    26 min
  • 10 Types of Dysfunctional thinking
    When it comes to dysfunctional thinking, sometimes we aren't even aware that our thoughts are calling the shots.  No one is immune, we can all fall into unhealthy patterns, I personally have definitely tried each of them on for size!
    Listen to this "Unhooked Podcast" and hear how we can sometimes veer into wrong thinking in the midst of struggle.
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    22 min
  • How to know if you or someone you know has a problem with alcohol...and the Sinclair Method
    There is a difference between alcoholism and alcohol use disorder.  From having a chronic need or nagging cravings and obsessive thoughts...to dysfunction such as binge drinking and/or poor choices.  
    It's good to stop and check yourself now and then to see if there might be some changes necessary in order to be as healthy as possible and that includes our relationship with alcohol (even when it comes to fun, acceptable, social drinking).
    Check out this episode of the Unhooked Podcast and ask yourself some of the questions that might be indicators that it's time to take a break, or make a change.
    Or pass it along to someone who might benefit from knowing the specific signs of struggle.
    This episode concludes with information about the Sinclair Method, an option of alcohol treatment for those with a severe struggle, or anyone who feels unable to stop cold turkey.  The Sinclair Method is gradual and gentle, with lots of support and solutions...and an amazing success rate for those hoping to achieve sobriety.  
    (The Sinclair Method can be used for alcohol treatment - as well as for help and relief from opiate dependency.)
    Listen in, check it out, pass it on!
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    40 min
  • Have a Healthy Amends Process
    In this episode of the Unhooked Podcast, the subject is having a healthy amends process.  
    Having an intentional process means we can live free of guilt and regret, as well as freedom from taking ownership for the moods, attitudes and rudeness of others!
    Listen in, check it out, pass it on!
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    12 min
  • What do I do when I am OVERWHELMED by fear?
    In this quick episode, I share some direction I have been given for those times of breathtaking, floor walking, gut-wrenching fear when it comes to the health, safety and well-being of a son, daughter or other loved one.  
    The Unhooked Podcast is also available on Spotify, Itunes, Google Play Music, Stitcher, Overcast and where most podcasts can be heard.
    Listen in and check it out!
    14 min
  • New Season
    Spring is coming and with that, a new season of the Unhooked Podcast!  Listen to this brief Intro for what's to come!
    2 min
  • Jessica Pt. 2

    Back again for Part ii with a friend from the rooms! 


    Continuing...


    Jessica shares openly; she doesn't pull punches, even when it comes to the notion that her "own default is crazy."  I get it!  Trust me. 


    I love listening to her in the rooms.  Hearing, "I'm Jessica..." also signals me to sit up and listen because she is about to share.  I know she will describe something wild, hard, fearful or painful that she has been through, and then land that plane with self-discovery, ownership and ultimately—victory. 


    Jessica is proof positive that there is just something about those rooms...that works (if you work it). 


    Listen in to the first half of her story as Jessica brings the recovery! 


    The Unhooked Podcast can also be found on Itunes, Google Play Music, Spotify, Stitcher, Overcast and wherever most podcasts can be found. 


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    50 min

About The Unhooked Podcast

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True stories and lessons learned from those still standing through adversity and fiery trials. Hosted by Recovery Writer Annie Highwater, Author of books "Unhooked", and "Unbroken." Created for sharing the lives of those who have struggled with (or have been adjacent to), addiction, alcoholism, codependency, crisis and chaos.

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