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"Suburban Betty" Blogger Christina Dec 12, 2017

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Sober blogger Christina of "Suburban Betty; Clean and Serene" is reknowned for her light-hearted approach to challenging situations. Two years ago, she had enough of sitting alone and drinking for hours at the end of each day. Since quitting, Christina is amazed at all the possibilities life now holds. Christina shares her story and offers encouragement for anyone who finds themselves struggling to get through Christmas and New Year's with their recovery intact.

Guest: Andrea Owen Nov 30, 2017

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Andrea Owen is an author, mentor, and certified life coach who helps high-achieving women let go of perfectionism, control, and isolation and choosing courage and confidence instead. She has helped thousands of women manage their inner-critic to create loving connections and live their most kick-ass life. She is the proud author of 52 Ways to Live a Kick-Ass Life: BS Free Wisdom to Ignite Your Inner Badass and Live the Life You Deserve, (Adams Media/Simon & Schuster). Her second book: How To Stop Feeling Like Shit: 14 Habits That Are Holding You Back From Happiness is due out in January 2, 2018 (Seal Press/Hachette Books). Learn more about Andrea at http://yourkickasslife.com and join the fun and wisdom at http://facebook.com/yourkickasslife

Jessica's Story: Back and Forth on the Decision to Quit Nov 26, 2017

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Sometimes recovery is about connecting the dots. Jessica never considered how other behaviours related to her alcohol addiciton, but in recovery she is learning that OCD-related patterns (hair pulling, or trichotillomania) relates to anxiety, which relates to childhood trauma, which relates to her eating disorder and drinking patterns. Over many years of attempted sobriety and relapse, these truths became revealed and now Jessica is celebrating 100 days of recovery.

Mini Pod: Holiday Pep Talk Nov 23, 2017

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Are you hiding in a bathroom or closet at a family event? Turn the volume low, put your phone to your ear and listen to this message. I am sharing a lesson form my therapy for getting you through a family gathering that is pushing all of your buttons and making you wonder what happened to all of your recovery tools. Find two more BONUS PEP TALKS on http://unpickledblog.com/2017/11/23/sos-3-holiday-pep-talks/

Guest Annika O'Melia of Mother Recovering Nov 20, 2017

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Annika shares her story of life after alcohol, and how she juggles life with four little ones and still finds time to give service as a podcast host. You can find Annika's blog and podcast at www.motherrecovering.com - be sure to subscribe to this great resource!

Guest: Shelly-Anne McKay Nov 14, 2017

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Living life in the fast lane while working in the entertainment industry meant Shelly-Anne's norm was a work hard/play hard world. "You want me to come where there isn't any booze or drugs? Don't invite me!" was her motto. This plus a lifetime of disordered eating behaviours led her to a crisis of health that would nearly take her life, but thankfully led her to a healing path. Now nine years sober, Shelly-Anne devotes her life to helping other women to overcome the brokeness that leads to self-destruction. Learn more about Shelly-Anne at www.shellyannemckay.com

Guest Deborah Baska Nov 09, 2017

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Deborah was a high-level corporate executive with a secret. This wife, mom, and girl scout leader was quietly leaning hard on alcohol to get through the demands of her busy life. A frightening incident that could have taken her life instead gave it back to her, as it made her realize something needed to change.

Guest Kate Bee, Creator of The Sober School Nov 07, 2017

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On April 6, 2013 journalist Kate Bee quit drinking and created a blog to chronicle her experiences. The first comment came from another sober blogger, UnPickled (Bubble Hour host, Jean!). Now, over four years later, the two sober bloggers will speak for the first time in this episode of The Bubble Hour. Kate will share her story and explain a program she has created to help other women shift to alcohol-free living, The Sober School. http://thesoberschool.com/

Alison's Story: Stone Cold Temperate Oct 20, 2017

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Blogger Alison writes about her recovery experiences on stonecoldtemperate.wordpress.com . She sometimes thinks there is nothing special about her recovery, yet listeners know that every guest is full of insight and wisdom to which we can all relate. Joining us all the way from Australia, Alison tells her story of getting sober and getting out of her comfort zone - including being a guest on our show!

Jessie's Story Aug 29, 2017

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Today's guest is a listener who has used the Bubble Hour as a tool in her own recovery, and is now paying it forward by sharing her story to help others. Jessie has overcome a lot in her recovery - alcohol addiciton, self-harm, codependence and shame. Whatever our circumstances, the core of truth that supports sobreity and recovery is the same: honouring ourselves, valuing honesty, and reexamining old beliefs that no longer serve us well. Jessie shares how these principles serve her day to day.

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