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The holiday season can be especially tough for those in recovery, often bringing up feelings of loneliness, stress, and the pressure of unrealistic expectations. With love, family, and tradition at the forefront of every movie, song, and gathering, how do we stay sober and true to ourselves?

In this episode, we hear from two guests with different lengths of sobriety: one early in his journey, and the other with 890 days of sobriety under his belt. Together, they share their struggles, insights, and strategies for navigating the complexities of the holidays while staying sober.

Some key takeaways from our discussion:

• "Through my work with my therapist, I’ve realized that my use of pornography had little to do with sex. It was more about how I managed stress and pain in my life."
• "The holidays disrupt my routine, and that can be tricky."
• "How much of the holiday pressure is cultural, family-imposed, or self-imposed?"
• "I use the Relay app to track six things I do every day, whether it’s December 24th or any other day."
• "I hate the holidays — the expectations, the pressure, and the family dynamics."
• "I’m choosing not to spend the night at my parent’s house."
• "You can’t control everything that happens during the holidays, but you can control your response if you prepare."
• "Get out of the house and don’t isolate yourself."

Tune in to hear honest reflections and practical advice for navigating sobriety during the holiday season.

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In this episode, we dive into the topic of complacency in the sobriety journey. Is complacency about:

• Getting too comfortable in your recovery?
• Overestimating your control over your addiction?
• Losing touch with the struggles of the past?

Join three men as they share their personal experiences navigating addiction recovery. Together, we explore how complacency has shown up in their lives and the strategies they use to stay grounded in their recovery. This is a powerful conversation on how to stay committed to healing, growth, and mental health in the long run.

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 We’re diving into the fascinating intersection of brain evolution and neuroplasticity, particularly in the context of addiction recovery. Join us for an in depth discussion with LCSW Aaron Brakhane as we explore how our brains adapt and change over time, reshaping pathways and responses in the wake of addiction. We’ll discuss the science behind neuroplasticity, share inspiring stories of recovery, and uncover practical insights that can help guide the healing process. Whether you’re on your own recovery journey or just curious about the brain’s incredible capacity for change, there’s something here for you. 
You can find Aaron and his colleagues at Compass Community Counseling at www.compasscc.org and www.betterhelp.com

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This episode is 100% dedicated to Nathaniel and everybody sharing his strength and courage to fight porn addiction and all the pain and misery that comes with it. 

In this episode, we’re joined by a courageous accountability brother on his day 1 of sobriety who shares his insights on setting boundaries. We delve into what has and hasn’t worked for the three of us and include feedback from six other accountability partners. This episode goes beyond just listing boundaries; it explores the deep commitment required to make them effective. Join us for an emotionally charged and in-depth discussion. 
 

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Thank you for all the positive emotions and support from our listeners. We wanted to say a quick hello and give a mid-journey introduction to our series. Looking forward to engaging with more of our listeners in our upcoming episodes. 
 
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This episode features an in-depth conversation with a certified sex addiction therapist (CSAT). Topics covered include the impact of pornography addiction, the challenges of maintaining long-term sobriety, the effect on personal integrity, and the influence of the wounded inner child, among other related issues.

Key Barriers to Sustainable Sobriety:

• Unstructured Programs and Misunderstanding of Effort Required: Lack of a clear, organized plan and insufficient awareness of the commitment needed for lasting recovery.
• Incomplete or Absent Initial Steps: Failing to fully engage with the first steps of the 12-step program, including confronting the truth and avoiding superficial approaches.
• Isolation and Reluctance to Surrender Control: Attempting recovery alone and not fully relinquishing control or seeking support from others.

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In this episode we talk with Chandler Rogers, the founder of Relay about the power of community and how Relay has been able to create that for people stuck in addiction.  

- Introduction and Importance of Community
- Why Community? Why Connection? Why Relay?
- Gaining from the Community and Overcoming Struggles
- Tools and Features of Relay for Productive Community
- Conclusion and Quote: Addiction Denied is Recovery Delayed

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In this episode we get to speak with Charlie about his journey towards recovery and how asking for help has allowed him to move towards giving back and helping others.

We cover a lot in this episode! Here are a few topics we explore during our conversation with Charlie:

• Introduction: The Challenge of Asking for Help
• Charlie's Journey and Involvement with Relay
• The Toughest Parts of the Recovery Journey
• Breaking the Cycle of Relapse
• Building a Support System for Life's Challenges
• Understanding the Basics of Addiction
• The Power of Honesty and Vulnerability
• The Importance of Community
• Inspiring Stories of Courage
• Admitting the Problem: The First Step Towards Healing

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• Rebuilding Intimacy During the Recovery Journey
• Shifting the Focus from Physical Intimacy
• The Importance of Trust and Open Communication
• Addressing Frustration and Rebuilding Trust
• Closing Thoughts and Call to Vulnerability

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Shame is a powerful and controlling feeling. In this episode we discuss the impact of shame on the addictive cycle and how it kept both of us in bondage for years.

• The significance of shame in addiction
• The role of vulnerability in overcoming shame
• Breaking the ice and building courage
• Creating space and clarity to stand up to shame
• Moving towards healing and reclaiming self worth

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