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The Cristina Santiago PodcastRICK KARATAS Talks Screenwriting, Donna Summer & Dolly Parton, Acting, + Morehttp://www.sudirick.com/Sudi (Rick) Karatas is an jack of all trades—he’s an author, actor, songwriter, screenwriter, and producer! The NY native traveled to the West Coast to chase his dreams, in which, he’s been living in Southern California for the past two decades. One of his greatest projects is the script he wrote for “Walk A Mile In My Pradas,” cowritten with Tom Archdeacon (starring Tom Arnold, Dee Wallace, Mike Starr, Bruce Vilanch, Nathaniel Marston) was on Netflix for 2 years now on Amazon Prime and Tubi T2025-07-0823 min
When "Not Yet" Becomes "Right Now"Transformative Moments in Addiction Recovery with Donna MarstonSend us a textJen Ginty speaks with Donna Marston, a parent support coach and advocate, about her journey through her son's addiction and recovery. Donna shares her experiences, the challenges she faced, and the lessons learned along the way. The conversation emphasizes the importance of community, self-care, and understanding addiction as a complex issue. Donna also discusses her work in helping other families navigate the difficulties of addiction, focusing on healing without shame and fostering healthy relationships.Key Takeaways:Silence and stigma have historically kept families from accessing the help they...2025-03-1245 min
The Truth About Mental Health: What They Don’t Tell YouEpisode 2: The Real Journey to Loving Someone with AddictionIn this powerful episode, I sit down with Donna Marston, a Certified Recovery Support Worker and Family Recovery Advocate, to discuss her deeply personal journey as a mother of a son with a substance addiction. Donna shares the hard lessons she learned about "unhelpful helping" and how she had to heal her own mind and emotions before she could truly support her son’s recovery.We also dive into how she now helps other parents navigate the pain, uncertainty, and challenges of having a child with addiction—and how to break the cycle for good. Plus, Donna open...2025-02-2129 min
ChooSELove Movement#132 - Donna Marston, 'Healing Without Shame'Scarlett’s guest is Donna Marston, author of "Healing Without Shame Journal", "Just for Today", "Peeling The Onion" and "Sharing Without Shame". Scarlett and Donna discuss their personal experiences with addiction and recovery, with Donna sharing her role as a certified recovery support worker and her involvement in various organizations related to addiction and recovery. They also discussed the challenges of parenting a child with addiction, the importance of self-care and seeking help for oneself, and the complexities of family relationships and forgiveness. They discuss the need for alternative approaches to drug education, the importance of authenticity and self-awareness in...2025-02-1852 min
Dreamvisions 7 Radio & TV NetworkThe Choose Love Movement with Scarlett Lewis: Addiction & RecoveryAddiction & Recovery with Donna Marston Scarlett’s guest is Donna Marston, author of "Healing Without Shame Journal", "Just for Today", "Peeling The Onion" and "Sharing Without Shame". Scarlett and Donna discuss their personal experiences with addiction and recovery, with Donna sharing her role as a certified recovery support worker and her involvement in various organizations related to addiction and recovery. They also discussed the challenges of parenting a child with addiction, the importance of self-care and seeking help for oneself, and the complexities of family relationships and forgiveness. They discuss the need for alternative approaches to drug education, the importance of auth...2025-02-1452 min
The Healing Odyssey; Finding your own way forwardSharing Without Shame: Empowering Families Affected by Addiction with Donna MarstonTracing her son's journey to recovery and her own process of healing, Donna Marston shares how her initial attempts at 'rescuing' her son only enabled his addiction. She talks about how she learned the value of 'unhealthy helping,' fostering understanding and supporting their loved one's recovery without enabling their destructive habits. Donna's story serves as a beacon of hope for other parents going through similar experiences.Donna is a Certified Recovery Support Worker, author, and founder of Sharing With Out Shame, an organization dedicated to empowering families affected by addiction. Drawing from her personal journey of...2025-01-2954 min
Blueprints for Brilliance: Coaching InsightsTransformative Healing Coaching for Families Affected by Addiction with Donna MarstonIn this enlightening episode of Blueprints for Brilliance: Coaching Insights, hosts Kirsten Graham and Jeanne Willson welcome Donna Marston, a certified recovery support worker and expert in family recovery support. Join us as we explore the critical topic of Sharing Without Shame, focusing on how families can navigate the complexities of addiction recovery. Donna shares powerful insights and transformative healing techniques that empower families to overcome challenges, break the cycle of addiction, and foster long-term recovery support. This episode is a must-listen for anyone involved in the recovery journey, especially parents of addicts seeking guidance and emotional healing.2024-12-0324 min
As The Money BurnsIceberg and TorpedoA big birthday arrives with a large inheritance and thus the ability to finally control one’s life or so it seems.August 1933, Jakey Astor finally turns 21 and comes into his fortune. Only other troubles complicate his rise into Society. Meanwhile several debutantes are lining up to be the future young Mrs. Astor.Other people and subjects include: Doris Duke, Barbara Hutton, Prince Alexis Mdivani, Louise Van Alen, James HR Cromwell aka “Jimmy,” Cobina Wright, James “Henry” Van Alen aka Jimmy, Huntington Hartford, Henrietta Harford, Mary Lee Epling Hartford, Frank Shields, Rebecca “Billie” Tenney Shields, Franklyn Hutto...2024-10-1026 min
Sharing With Out ShameSharing With Out Shame - Donna and Maureen Cavanagh - Episode 30In this powerful episode of "Sharing Without Shame," Donna Marston is joined by special guest Maureen Cavanagh, an influential advocate and author dedicated to supporting families affected by addiction. Together, they share a candid conversation about the often unspoken struggles these families face. Maureen, drawing from her personal experience and advocacy work, discusses the emotional turmoil and complex dynamics that addiction introduces into family relationships. Both she and Donna emphasize the importance of open communication, acknowledging the pain, and finding a support system that understands the unique challenges these families endure. Through their heartfelt dialogue, they offer listeners hope...2024-08-3041 min
Sharing With Out ShameSharing With Out Shame - Donna and Tom Conrad - Episode 29
In this episode of the Sharing Without Shame podcast, host Donna Marston welcomes Tom Conrad, a certified addiction counselor and host of the Real Recovery Talk podcast. The conversation begins with Tom sharing his personal journey through addiction and recovery without shame. Tom reflects on his past struggles with alcoholism and drug addiction, expressing gratitude for the challenges and consequences he faced, which ultimately led him to long-term recovery.
Tom details his upbringing in Pennsylvania, where he started drinking at a young age and his addiction progressively worsened. By the age of 26, Tom's life had spiraled out of control...2024-08-0239 min
Adult Child of DysfunctionEp. 87 Loving Your Addicted Child TOO Much: Guest Donna MarstonJoin us in this powerful episode as we sit down with Donna, an Author, Advocate, Support Coach, and Certified Recovery Support Worker (CRSW). Donna discovered her voice and passion after years of navigating the tumultuous waters of her son’s opioid addiction. Since 2010, she has dedicated herself to providing invaluable family support and has become a beacon of hope and resilience for many.In this episode, Donna shares her unique gift of storytelling, blending her personal experience, faith, strength, and hope. She offers a fresh perspective on the unconditional love required to support a child or loved on...2024-07-3130 min
Sharing With Out ShameSharing With Out Shame - Donna and Ashley Sohl - Episode 28In this episode of "Sharing Without Shame," host Donna Marston delves into the intricate and often misunderstood world of addiction and recovery, particularly focusing on the familial aspects and generational trauma. Donna begins by reflecting on her journey, highlighting the significance of her first daughter's birth, which coincided with her sober date, marking a profound synchronicity in her life.
Throughout the episode, Donna emphasizes the importance of understanding the cycles of trauma and addiction, not only for the individuals directly affected but also for their families. She discusses how addiction is not merely a personal struggle but a generational...2024-07-2650 min
Resiliency of the Human Spirit PodcastEPS 2-9: A Mother's Struggle to Cope with a Child in Active Addiction | With Donna MarstonSpecial offer from Priscilla Hanley for the audience: 15-minute one-on-one light language channeling session for $11.00. Set your intention and experience the power of
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Sharing With Out ShameSharing With Out Shame - Donna and Anna Kingsley - Episode 27
In this episode of the "Sharing Without Shame" podcast, host Donna Marston introduces Anna Kingsley, a multifaceted therapist from Windsor, England. Anna specializes in psychosexual therapy, relationship physiotherapy, and guiding individuals struggling with substance use disorders. During their conversation, Anna candidly shares her personal experience as the spouse of someone battling addiction and later entering recovery. She explains the emotional toll and challenges that come with supporting a partner through addiction and the complexities of re-establishing a relationship when that partner commits to recovery.
Anna recounts how her husband's alcoholism escalated during the COVID-19 lockdown, complicating their family dynamics...2024-07-0549 min
Sharing With Out ShameSharing With Out Shame - Donna and James Kachnoskie- Episode 26In this episode of "Sharing Without Shame," host Donna Marston welcomes James Kachnoskie, who shares his powerful story of overcoming an 11-year addiction to alcohol. Born and raised in Shemokin, Pennsylvania, James faced significant challenges that threatened to derail his life. He opens up about the tragic loss of his best friend at age 21, which triggered his descent into alcoholism. James discusses the impact of his addiction, including job losses, legal issues, and strained family relationships.
James details his journey to recovery, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness and the difficulty of breaking the cycle of addiction. Moving away from...2024-06-2845 min
Sharing With Out ShameSharing With Out Shame - Donna and Michael Bloom- Episode 25
In this episode of the Sharing Without Shame podcast, host Donna Marston welcomes Michael Bloom, the founder of Snappbandz, as her guest. The podcast is dedicated to parents and loved ones of individuals in active addiction, aiming to break down stigma and foster understanding through storytelling.
Key Points Discussed:
Introduction to Snappbandz: Michael Bloom explains how Snappbandz, stylish bracelets that combat negativity, help individuals shift focus and manage their mindset. Donna shares her personal experience with the band, emphasizing its daily use and the comfort it brings.
Michael’s Personal Story: Michael opens up about his life, sharing that he...2024-06-0747 min
Sharing With Out ShameSharing With Out Shame - Donna and Jesse Mogle - Episode 24In this insightful episode of "Podcast Sharing Without Shame," host Donna Marston welcomes Jesse Mogle, a dynamic speaker and advocate for mental health and addiction recovery. Together, they delve into the powerful and transformative journey of overcoming addiction and the importance of mental health awareness.
Jesse Mogle shares his personal story of addiction, recovery, and the significant life changes that led him to become a motivational speaker and advocate. He emphasizes the critical role of self-awareness, personal accountability, and the support systems that aided his recovery process. Jesse’s narrative is both raw and inspiring, providing listeners with a re...2024-05-3154 min
Conversations with BizzyEpisode 441: My Son is a Heroin Addict! Donna Marston, his Mom, shares her Story!Send us a textToday’s guest, Donna Martson, knows the pain of dealing with addiction first-hand. Her experience helping her son through his heroin addiction has led her to coach others in similar struggles. She shares her journey and the wisdom she learned along the way in today’s moving episode. Now, she uses her voice and expertise to guide other parents who face challenges with their children and offers tools for coping, understanding, and healing. She is credentialed as a coach and runs workshops as well as onlin...2024-05-0655 min
Sharing With Out ShameSharing With Out Shame - Donna and Lianna Purjes - Episode 23In this podcast episode of Sharing Without Shame, host Donna Marston interviews licensed clinical social worker Lianna Purjes, who specializes in working with adult children of alcoholics. Lianna shares her personal experience of growing up with a mother struggling with addiction and discusses how it impacted her relationships and emotional well-being.
She highlights the challenges faced by adult children of alcoholics in building healthy relationships, including attachment issues, communication difficulties, and a tendency towards emotional reactivity. Lianna emphasizes the importance of self-awareness, regulating emotions, and effective communication skills in navigating these challenges.
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Sharing With Out ShameSharing With Out Shame - Donna and Michael Brown - Episode 22In this episode, Donna engages in a conversation with Mike Brown, a recovery advocate and the president and founder of Never Use Alone.
Mike Brown, a recovery advocate, discusses the limitations of the 12-step method and promotes harm reduction as an alternative. Drawing from his personal experience as a former IV drug user, he emphasizes the importance of finding individualized pathways to recovery.
Brown founded Never Use Alone, a peer-led nonprofit offering an overdose response line, emphasizing connection and support without judgment. He highlights the distinction between addiction and physical dependence, advocating for evidence-based approaches supported by reputable sources...2024-04-2652 min
Sharing With Out ShameSharing With Out Shame - Donna and Monty Meyers - Episode 21In this episode of the Sharing Without Shame podcast, host Donna Marston invites Monty Meyers, founder of KHLT Recovery Broadcasting, for a profound discussion on overcoming shame and finding freedom in recovery.
Monty opens up about his personal journey, revealing how early experiences of abuse in middle school fueled a desire to cover up shame and pain through addiction. He highlights the importance of recognizing that abuse is not the victim's fault and shares insights into healing through therapy and support.
The conversation explores the lasting impact of childhood trauma on addiction and recovery...2024-04-051h 01
Sharing With Out ShameSharing With Out Shame - Donna and Elizabeth Kipp - Episode 20Welcome to Sharing With Out Shame Podcast!
Today's guest is Elizabeth Kipp, a chronic pain management expert, addiction recovery coach, and author. Elizabeth shares her journey of overcoming chronic pain and addiction, offering insights into finding stability and healing.
Elizabeth's journey exemplifies the power of self-awareness, mindset shifts, and holistic healing in overcoming chronic pain and addiction. Her story inspires hope and serves as a reminder that healing is possible beyond shame, fostering understanding and compassion in the journey of recovery.
Website: https://elizabeth-kipp.com/
Books: https://elizabeth-kipp.com/resources/books/
The Way...2024-03-2952 min
DIOTALK PodcastDIOTALK Podcast Episode #156 with Sharing without Shame Podcast Host Donna Marston.
Donna Marston is a mother who intimately understands the challenges of loving a child in active addiction. On this episode of DIOTALK, Donna talks about how her heart was shattered, grappling with the desperate need to save her son against addiction. She was full of fear and felt helpless, and hopeless, She learned a profound lesson: love alone couldn't guide her son to recovery. Donna poignant journey unveils the struggles, resilience, and ultimately the transformative wisdom gained through navigating the complexities of addiction in my family.
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Take 12 Recovery Radio NetworkSharing Without Shame with Donna MarstonSHARING WITHOUT SHAME with DONNA MARSTONIn this episode, the host and guest discuss the topic of shame and its impact on individuals and families affected by addiction. The guest, Donna Marsden, shares her personal experience of navigating the complexities of addiction in her family and the shame she felt as a mother. They also discuss the unintentional shaming comments and behaviors of others and the importance of empathy and understanding. The conversation highlights the need for support and compassion in recovery journeys. #shame #higherpower #aa #na #alcoholicsanonymous #recovery #recovered #alcoholic #twelvesteps #wedorecover #narcoticsanonymous #traditions #addiction #bigbook2024-03-2558 min
Old Fart NerdLa WONDER WOMAN fetish e moderna di William Marston* Episodio andato in streaming su YouTube lo scorso 8 Marzo * Per l'8marzo Festa della Donna vi racconto della modernissima Wonder Woman della Golden Age, creata dallo psicologo femminista William Moulton Marston e della relazione poliamorosa tra Marston, Elizabeth Holloway e Olive Byrne. BUONA VISIONE! ~ 30 giorni GRATIS di Amazon Prime (e Prime Video) ~ Video "CAPITAN MARVEL ORIGINALE Cosa recuperare e perché". ~ I miei social (che uso poco): Instagram: @oldfartnerd Facebook: /OldFartNerd2024-03-1009 min
Old Fart NerdLa WONDER WOMAN fetish e moderna di William Marston* Episodio andato in streaming su YouTube lo scorso 8 Marzo *
Per l'8marzo Festa della Donna vi racconto della modernissima Wonder Woman della Golden Age, creata dallo psicologo femminista William Moulton Marston e della relazione poliamorosa tra Marston, Elizabeth Holloway e Olive Byrne.
BUONA VISIONE!
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30 giorni GRATIS di Amazon Prime (e Prime Video)
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Video "CAPITAN MARVEL ORIGINALE Cosa recuperare e perché".
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I miei social (che uso poco):
Instagram: @oldfartnerd
Facebook: /OldFartNerd 2024-03-1009 min
Sharing With Out ShameSharing With Out Shame - Donna and Elizabeth Chance - Episode 19Welcome to Sharing With Out Shame Podcast!
In this heartfelt episode of the Sharing Without Shame podcast, host Donna Marston is joined by Elizabeth Chance, a health and wellness coach and the host of the Busy Living Sober podcast. Together, they delve into the deeply personal and often painful journey of loving someone in active addiction.
Elizabeth's message to our listeners was one of hope and empowerment. She encouraged anyone struggling with addiction to seek help and to prioritize their well-being. Her story is a powerful reminder that recovery is possible and that sharing our...2024-03-0158 min
Sharing With Out ShameSharing With Out Shame - Donna and Prema - Episode 18In this episode of the "Sharing Without Shame" podcast, host Donna Marston welcomes guest Prema, a survivor of 18 years of domestic violence and alcoholism who has transformed her life into one of forgiveness, self-love, and helping others. Prema shares her journey of overcoming addiction and abuse, highlighting the role of low self-esteem and past trauma in fueling her addiction to alcohol and neediness for approval.
Throughout the episode, Prema's story serves as a testament to the power of forgiveness, self-awareness, and inner healing in overcoming addiction and trauma. Her journey inspires listeners to confront their own struggles...2024-02-2355 min
Sharing With Out ShameSharing With Out Shame - Donna and Casey - Episode 17In this episode of the "Sharing With Out Shame" podcast, host Donna Marston explores stories of love, courage, and support in the face of addiction. In this episode, licensed clinical social worker Casey joins the conversation. Casey opens up about his early experiences, born into a family marked by addiction, mental health issues, and abuse.
Casey Arrillaga, LCSW, LCDC has lived with and around addiction for all his life. He is now a therapist specializing in family counseling for addiction. He is the author of the books “Realistic Hope: The Family Survival Guide for Facing Alcoholism and Oth...2024-02-0658 min
Sharing With Out ShameSharing With Out Shame - Donna and Cindy - Episode 16In this episode of the "Sharing With Out Shame" podcast, host Donna Marston discusses the impact of addiction on families with guest Cindy, a personal coaching specialist. Cindy shares her personal experiences with addiction in her family, highlighting the challenges faced by her siblings and her own children. The conversation explores early signs of mental health issues, the role of ADHD, bullying, and the complex dynamics of substance abuse.
The discussion delves into the struggles of finding appropriate support and the emotional journey of a parent navigating a loved one's addiction. The episode emphasizes...2024-01-2657 min
Keep Hope Alive PodcastGoing the Distance with Donna MarstonSend us a textI’m a mother who intimately understands the challenges of loving a child in active addiction. My heart was shattered, grappling with the desperate need to save my son. I was full of fear, I felt helpless, and hopeless, I learned a profound lesson: love alone couldn't guide my son to recovery. My poignant journey unveils the struggles, resilience, and ultimately the transformative wisdom I gained through navigating the complexities of addiction in my family.Today, I am an Author and Certified Recovery Support Worker, Energy Healing Practitioner, and Shambala Reiki Mas...2024-01-2450 min