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6 Tips to Stay Sober on Vacation Sep 27, 2023

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Sober Vacation - What do you have planned for your next trip? A family vacation? A family reunion, a work trip, or a camping trip? Days on the beach? Nights on the town? It's hard to imagine doing any of it without a drink in hand, especially if you are new to sobriety or, if you are facing your first ever sober travel. Going on vacation usually means relaxing and being carefree. And for many of us, relaxing meant excessive consumption of alcohol or other substances. I was exactly the same. Every trip I ever took was a drinking trip. Honestly, everything I did was about drinking whether there was a trip or not. One of the greatest things about being sober is that my whole world expanded. I mean that, literally. I’ve gotten to travel the world and see beautiful places and have phenomenal experiences that I couldn’t have done in my drinking life. But as a sober person, traveling is full of triggers, and that can feel a bit daunting. This episode gives you a play-by-play of exactly what to do to keep your sobriety firmly in tact while you travel, and still have the time of your life. Sober travel is empowering - it is a way to establish your independence as a sober person — that you don’t need to be afraid of alcohol or have it limit your life any more. If you do the things you need to do to keep your recovery strong, and if you plan ahead, the only question really is: Where do you want to go? Links mentioned in this episode: Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/addictionunlimited Book A Call With Angela: addictionunlimited.com/call Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Angela & Addiction Unlimited Podcast.”

A Sober Journey to Becoming an Author Sep 20, 2023

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Ever wonder what’s possible when you change your life? In this episode, we’ll get into the amazing success story of Will Thatcher, a sober guy and published author. Will, the author of Killing Hurt, has taken his recovery to new levels by harnessing a passion that was already inside of him but had been hiding quietly for years. I understand that feeling of wanting to do things, have fun in your life, and be passionate about something – when I got sober, I had no idea who I was or what activities I liked! But let me assure you, it changes the game and can transform your sober life, just like it did for Will. And here’s the thing: You don’t have to be a pro with years of experience with something or have a ton of money to spend to find what lights you up. In this episode, Will shares it all. Including how his life was forever changed in one family vacation and what he did to get it together, to be a better father, husband, and now author. Even if you are on the fence about the power of living sober, Will’s story will empower you to dig deep to see what may be already inside you to make your alcohol-free life even better. A sneak peek: How his private drinking problem all of a sudden became very public What he did to stop How he fell in love with a new genre of books, Addiction Fiction When he knew he wanted to have more fun in sobriety The process of writing a book for the first time So if you’re eager to unlock the potential of sobriety and have more fun, pop in your earbuds and give this episode your full attention! Links mentioned in this episode: Get the book, Killing Hurt: https://amzn.to/44ZyKpG Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/addictionunlimited Book A Call With Angela: addictionunlimited.com/call Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Angela & Addiction Unlimited Podcast.”

6 Habits to Long-Term Sobriety Sep 13, 2023

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Long-Term Sobriety Successful recovery has everything to do with how you approach your daily life. Imagine this scenario: Your recovery is going great. You’re staying sober everyday, things are on track, and overall, you’re feeling pretty proud of what you’ve accomplished so far. But let’s b real — you’re also feeling a little bit burnt out from pouring every ounce of your soul into your sobriety, and some things are starting to slip because… well, you’re human, living life. Maybe your days are packed so full you feel like you have absolutely no room to breathe, or you’re losing focus on the actions that got you this far because your mind is constantly occupied with other things. Or maybe you’re feeling overwhelmed and scattered, and have no idea where to even start. Can you relate? I don’t know about you, but if I look to far into the future, I can easily get frazzled. Overthinking everything, trying to think of every possible scenario that I can’t control, and it starts to feel like I have no idea what I’m doing. In this episode I’m sharing my list of 6 habits you can start working on today, to stay on top of your game and move forward with a clear path to long-term recovery and all the other goals you have for your life! It’s time to tighten things up, my friend — are you ready? Links mentioned in this episode: Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/addictionunlimited Book A Call With Angela: addictionunlimited.com/call Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Angela & Addiction Unlimited Podcast.”

How to Forgive on Your Journey to Emotional Recovery Sep 06, 2023

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How to Forgive: When someone wrongs you in some way, you may feel certain you’ll never be able to forgive them. Even after your immediate anger calms down, you may continue to think about the betrayal instead of letting it fade into the past. It’s pretty common to feel this way. The problem is, holding onto the negativity will harm you more than anyone else. Forgiveness might seem challenging, but in reality, forgiveness simply means choosing to let go of anger, hurt, and any desire for revenge. Think you may be ready to forgive but you aren’t sure where to start? That’s okay, we’ve got answers on this episode with Forgiveness Coach Brenda Reiss. Brenda shares why forgiveness is all about you, NOT the other person, how it benefits you overall, and how to start the process. Forgiveness helps you heal! It's a part of your emotional recovery that allows you to close wounds and move forward. It’s you deciding to let go of the burden of being stuck with unresolved emotions, let go of some of the pain that holds you back, so you can move forward in your life with a happier and much lighter heart. Forgiveness improves your relationships, has health benefits, and reduces stress! It also leads to a more fulfilling relationship with yourself. If you’ve been wondering how to let go and move forward, to forgive others and yourself, you’ll want to tune in to this one! Links mentioned in this episode: Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/addictionunlimited Book A Call With Angela: addictionunlimited.com/call Related Episode: How to Make Peace With Your Past Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Angela & Addiction Unlimited Podcast.”

Under the Influence: How Alcohol Impacts Your Physical Health Aug 30, 2023

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Effects of Alcohol on the Body Figuring out your relationship with alcohol can be hard. Especially if you’re looking for all the reasons to convince yourself you’re “not that bad”. And, on top of all the questions flying around in your head, like, am I really that bad? Will I be able to control it after I stop for awhile? Do I really have to quit forever? You may also be wondering what type of damage alcohol is doing to your body. You may even think you don’t drink enough to have physical effects from alcohol. But I’m here to tell you, alcohol is far more damaging than you think. And the surprising thing is, some of the risks are just as high for “normal” drinkers, as they are for chronic alcoholics. So today we’re talking about the effects of alcohol on the body. And not only the post acute withdrawal type of stuff, but really about the real risks that come with drinking alcohol. A sip of alcohol can feel like a your savior. You think it’s rescuing you from your anxieties, insecurities, boredom, and all the things you’re unhappy about in your life. And under that lie, there is so much more going on and it’s manipulating your body’s landscape. From the first drink to the last, and no matter how many there are in between, alcohol takes a journey through your body, changing things like your brain and heart and it’s creating long-term risks you don’t want. Links mentioned in this episode: Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/addictionunlimited Book A Call With Angela: addictionunlimited.com/call Quitting Drinking and Post Acute Withdrawal: https://addictionunlimited.com/73 The Science of Sobriety and How to Feel Better Faster: https://addictionunlimited.com/200 Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Angela & Addiction Unlimited Podcast.”

Coping With Cravings Aug 23, 2023

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Cope With Cravings For Alcohol Can you relate to this: You’ve made a commitment to yourself, and maybe even your family, that you aren’t drinking anymore. You remind yourself you’re going to be more committed than ever, you’ve started some morning rituals to keep you on track, and you know this time it has to be different. Maybe you’ve made it a week or a month- maybe you’ve even made it a few months. Then one day, you are minding your own business, and out of nowhere you are hit with a craving for a drink. And it’s powerful. You try to tell yourself to ignore it, distract yourself, it will go away. But it feels like it is getting stronger, and the stronger it gets the more you start to panic. All the thoughts are flying through your head a thousand miles an hour what am I going to do? How am I going to get through this? Is one drink going to kill me? Should I have one? Should I not have one? Should I call somebody? Now your brain is off like a runaway train. Cravings can be one of the most challenging pieces of living a sober lifestyle. Romanticizing the drink, the past, the nostalgia, and the comfort it once provided can all come together and create an emotional whirlwind. We have some incredibly talented people in the recovery/alcohol-free podcast world, and today’s guest is one of your favorites. Gill Tietz, from the Sober Powered podcast, a fan favorite in the sobriety podcast space and an inspiration for countless people on their journey to sobriety. We got together for an episode to talk about cravings. You’re going to hear our personal experiences with cravings and how we got through them- and you’ll probably be pretty surprised when you hear how different it was for the two of us! We'll tell you what was challenging, the importance of feeling safe during this journey, and some of the dangers of experimenting with non-alcoholic drinks. These drinks might seem harmless, and sometimes they are! But they can also trigger memories, feelings of being left out or different, and all of that together can create cravings. And all of that can derail your progress. Links mentioned in this episode: Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/addictionunlimited Book A Call With Angela: addictionunlimited.com/call Related Episode: Relief Not Relapse Find Gill here: https://www.soberpowered.com/listen https://www.instagram.com/sober.powered Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Angela & Addiction Unlimited Podcast.”

How to Avoid Relapse in Sobriety Aug 16, 2023

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Avoid Relapse You’ve heard it before, right? Relapse is a part of recovery. So how do you actually avoid relapse? The truth is, the vast majority of people relapse in their first year of sobriety. I know through my own experiences and those of my clients that understanding relapse and having a plan in place to overcome it, can dramatically change your life. What does that plan look like? How do you make a plan? We’re going to get into some strategies and specifics today to help you get your head wrapped around where you want to focus in terms of your relapse prevention efforts. This episode is all things relapse prevention. Not just because it’s a huge topic, but because it’s something we need to continually talk about to make sure you're putting your efforts in the right place and moving forward in your sober life. So, I want to get you fully up to speed on the 3 pillars of relapse prevention and the exact strategies for each of those pillars so that you can focus your time and energy only on what you really want to be working on and you’ll get the confidence you want to feel good in your life and not to feel like you’re constantly looking over your shoulder waiting for a relapse to take you down. Alcohol can’t pour itself down your throat. You have A LOT of power in this situation. That’s what this episode is all about. By the end of this episode my hope is that you will have a really good understanding as to where you’ve gone wrong in the past and where you need to put a little more effort and focus to make your relapse prevention plan stronger than its ever been. Links mentioned in this episode: Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/addictionunlimited Book A Call With Angela: addictionunlimited.com/call Relapse Triggers Episode 114: addictionunlimited.com/114 5 Useful Methods to Make Dealing With Triggers Easier: addictionunlimited.com/248 Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Angela & Addiction Unlimited Podcast.”

Escaping the Cycle of YoYo Sobriety and Rebuilding You Aug 09, 2023

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One of the most challenging aspects of breaking the cycle of yo yo sobriety is learning to believe in yourself again. Rebuilding confidence isn't an overnight process, but with the right guidance and mindset, you can rebuild a stronger, more resilient version of yourself. We all understand that facing the relentless cycle of stopping and starting again can be incredibly disheartening. It's a rollercoaster of hope, guilt, and desperation, leaving you feeling trapped and defeated. But remember, you're not alone. You may know today’s guest from the Euphoric AF podcast. Karolina is a powerful alcohol-free Coach and advocate and we are diving into the pain of coexisting with alcohol when you know your relationship has expired. We’ll talk about the isolation, sadness, and shattered self-esteem, and recognizing your own resilience to come out stronger on the other side. Remember, your journey is unique, and healing is a process that takes time. It's okay to stumble along the way – what matters is your commitment to getting back up and moving forward. Karolina’s story will remind you that setbacks are not failures; they're stepping stones towards your ultimate transformation. Links mentioned in this episode: Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/addictionunlimited Book A Call With Angela: addictionunlimited.com/call Euphoric AF Podcast: https://euphoricaf.com/the-podcast Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Angela & Addiction Unlimited Podcast.”

How to Overcome Perfectionism Aug 02, 2023

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Are you tired of constantly chasing this elusive ideal of how you think you should be, only to end up feeling frustrated and burnt out? Well, you've come to the right place. Today, we're diving headfirst into the tumultuous waters of perfectionism and learning how to conquer it. Perfectionism is this sneaky little thing that creeps into our lives, whispering lies in our ears. It convinces you that nothing you do is ever good enough, that the world will fall apart if you make the tiniest mistake or if things don’t go exactly as planned. But let me tell you something: perfectionism is the ultimate party pooper. It drains your energy, takes all the joy out of everything, and turns you into an anxiety-ridden mess. In this episode, we'll explore some pain points that hit close to home. We'll talk about the sleepless nights spent obsessing over that one typo in an email. We'll talk about that paralyzing fear of starting something new because you’re terrified of screwing it up or not being good at it. And we’ll talk about the pressure these unrealistic expectations put on your relationships. Links mentioned in this episode: Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/addictionunlimited Book A Call With Angela: addictionunlimited.com/call Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Angela & Addiction Unlimited Podcast.”

Getting Your Life Back On Track When You Feel Broken Jul 26, 2023

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If you know me, you know I live for a good success story. And today is definitely one of those. What you'll love about my guest today is that she shares her real life and real struggles, from sitting in her life pre-pandemic dealing with a break-up, weight gain, and over spending to soothe her broken heart, to how she used the global pandemic to her advantage. You may know Alexa Lowe as a beauty influencer and content creator on YouTube, but let me tell you, she’s so much more than her beauty. When covid shut down the world she was struggling with feeling unattractive, unwanted, and overwhelmed. And not only was she over spending, she also lost her job. This episode gives you all the feels because she is sharing what inspired her to take back control of her life and turn it all around, and how she did it. Alexa will tell you: how she used a bad situation for good when she decided enough is enough, we have to get it together! what she did to get started when she had SO many things to work on This is an episode of inspiration and practical tips on getting yourself in gear when it feels like the odds aren't in your favor. Links mentioned in this episode: Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/addictionunlimited Book A Call With Angela: addictionunlimited.com/call Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Angela & Addiction Unlimited Podcast.”

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