January 24, 2025

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Introducing Episode 28: Navigating Sobriety: Busting Myths and Finding Joy Beyond Addiction from Navigating H.O.P.E..

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Are you or someone you love struggling with addiction or recovery? This episode dives deep into the transformative power of connection and hope in overcoming life’s toughest challenges.

In this episode of Navigating H.O.P.E., Dr. Jaime Hope sits down with Jill Stone, a recovery advocate and former attorney turned addiction counselor. Together, they explore the challenges of addiction and the profound rewards of recovery, sharing valuable insights and practical tools for listeners. Jill draws from her nearly 20 years in recovery and her work at a treatment center to discuss the myths surrounding addiction, how to manage emotions without substances, and the importance of connection. This episode is a must-listen for anyone impacted by addiction, providing both hope and actionable advice to navigate the journey to recovery.

Key Takeaways:

🌟 Honesty is Key: Recovery starts with being completely honest about your relationship with alcohol or substances—both how much you consume and how often you think about it.

🤝 The Power of Connection: Addiction thrives in isolation; recovery thrives in connection. Building relationships with others who understand your journey is critical.

🧠 Rewire Your Brain: Recovery involves retraining your brain to find joy and dopamine in healthy, life-affirming ways rather than substances.

💪 Feel Your Emotions: Sobriety requires learning to process emotions, both positive and negative, without turning to numbing agents.

🎯 Recovery is Possible: Life after addiction can be vibrant, joyful, and fulfilling—far better than life with substances.

Quotes from Jill Stone:

"The opposite of addiction is not recovery. The opposite of addiction is connection."

"You don’t have to change one thing when you get sober—you have to change everything."

"No emotion can kill you; it just feels like it might. That’s the work of recovery—to feel it and not run from it."

🔗 Conclusion:

Recovery is a journey, and hope is the foundation. Connect with Jill Stone and explore resources like AA, NA, Al-Anon, and Smart Recovery to take the first step. Find links to resources and learn more about navigating addiction in the show notes!

Related Links:

Jill Stone Coaching: https://www.facebook.com/jillstonecoaching/

AA: https://www.aa.org

NA: https://na.org

Al Anon: https://al-anon.org

Genius Recovery: https://geniusrecovery.org

Smart Recovery: https://smartrecovery.org

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