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268 - My story of alcoholism and addiction: How I recovered Apr 12, 2023

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In this episode it is just me and I share with you all my story. There is a lot that has happened over the years and I thought that it would be a good idea for you all to hear from me how I got to where I am today. I hope you enjoy! If you have any questions you can reach us at Tom@realrecoverytalk.com and Ben@realrecoverytalk.com

267 - Ben's FIRST treatment experience: What to know about addiction treatment Apr 09, 2023

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Hey everyone! in this episode Ben discusses what it was like for him the first time that he want to treatment. He talks about all the things that SHOULD NOT happen while in treatment. We give you pointers and guidance on what to look for and the questions to ask. If you have any questions you can reach us at Tom@realrecoverytalk.com and Ben@realrecoverytalk.com

266 - Don't bring up their past mistakes! Check your motives.... Apr 02, 2023

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In this episode Ben and I discuss when it is appropriate to talk to your loved ones about the things that they have done in the past. We often times get this question and it is hard to decide if it is ok to bring up their past mistakes. Ben and I give our thoughts on this and if we think there is a time and place to talk about this stuff. If you have any questions you can reach out to us at Tom@realrecoverytalk.com and Ben@realrecoverytalk.com

265 - FIRST TIME IN TREATMENT: Jack shares his story Mar 29, 2023

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Hey everyone! In this episode we have on Jack who shares his story of recovery as this is his first time in treatment. Jack shares how he had so much going for him and when he was faced with tough times all he knew that would comfort him was drugs and alcohol. This drove him into a deep addiction, where he ultimately found himself going into treatment! Jack now has an opportunity to really capitalize on his life and make something for himself! If you have any questions you can reach us at Tom@realrecoverytalk.com and Ben@realrecoverytalk.com

264 - What is detox? Aaron and Nikki with Boca Recovery Center Mar 26, 2023

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Hey everyone! In this episode Ben and I have on a couple of guests who are with Boca Recovery Center. BRC is a Detox and Residential facility and they have came on the show to discuss what ll goes into properly detoxing someone when they are coming off of drugs and alcohol. If you have ever wondered what goes into properly detoxing someone, this is a good episode to listen to! If you have any questions about your specific situation you can always reach us at Tom@realrecoverytalk.com and Ben@realrecoverytalk.com

263 - Working the 12 Steps is how Frank noticed REAL CHANGE in his life... Mar 22, 2023

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In this episode, Ben and I have on Frank. Frank wanted to come on the show and discuss his experience strength and hope with everyone and how he got sober. Frank talks openly about his living in New York and how it was a struggle for him to get clean while there. Frank has worked a program of recovery in Narcotics Anonymous for nearly the last 14 years and he shares in detail what it took for him to finally realize what recovery really meant. If you have any questions about your specific situation, you can always reach out to us at tom@realrecoverytalk.com and ben@realrecoverytalk.com.

262 - Surround yourself with good people, you will stay SOBER! Ryan shares his story Mar 15, 2023

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In this episode we have on Ryan do you want to come on and share his story on how he got sober. Brian is somebody that had a couple of treatment times in the past, only to find himself in a desperate situation when he finally realized he's needed to get sober. Luckily for Ryan, he had a couple people in his life that really stepped up to the plate for him, and set him up on a path of success. If you have any comments, questions or concerns, you can reach out to us at tom@realrecoverytalk.com and ben@realrecoverytalk.com enjoy the show.

261 - He went to addiction treatment ONCE and has been SOBER SINCE! Mike's story Mar 12, 2023

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In this episode we have on Mike who shares his story on how he got sober at 26 years old. We dont often head about the people that get sober after only going to treatment one time! Here we have a guy that said enough is enough and it was time to make a change. Mike shares his story on what it was like when he was using and what is like now that he is clean and sober almost 9 years! If you have comments or questions you can reach us at Tom@realrecoverytalk.com and Ben@realrecoverytalk.com

260 - Gio had his spiritual experience inside prison: Recovery and Sobriety is possible no matter your situation! Mar 08, 2023

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In this episode, Ben and I have on Justin, who shares his story about how he got clean and sober inside prison. Justin spent just about four years inside prison walls, but inside those walls is when he had his spiritual experience, and was then finally able to get clean and sober. Justin goes into detail about his drug addiction and ultimately want to talk from him and his life. If you have any questions about your specific situation, you can reach out to us at tom@realrecoverytalk.com and Ben@realrecoverytalk.com.

259 - How Internalized Homophobia fueled his addiction and kept him from growing in his recovery: Ben Harrison Mar 05, 2023

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In this episode Ben and I have on a dear friend names BEN as well! Ben is a man who has stayed sober for 21 years and shares his story on the struggles that he had growing up as a gay man and how it fueled his addiction. He also shares his struggles through recovery being a gay man and the REVELATION that he had 3 years into his recovery that changed everything for him! If you have any questions about your specific situation you can email is at Tom@realrecoverytalk.com and Ben@realrecoverytalk.com

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