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SOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free58 | Is This the End for Sobriety Checkpoint? Hear Why Felicia's Farewell Is Just the Start of Something Bigger!In this farewell-for-now episode of Sobriety Checkpoint, I reflect on the journey of hosting this podcast and how it has been a vessel of growth and learning in both my personal and professional life. As a sober mom and therapist who has navigated the complexities of mental health, spirituality, and sobriety, I've been blessed to share insights and stories that hopefully inspire and resonate with others living a sober lifestyle. Today, I'll share a deeply personal meditation from "Jesus Calling" that emphasizes the beauty of imperfection and the importance of not being overly harsh with oneself. This message is...2024-05-1009 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free58 | Is This the End for Sobriety Checkpoint? Hear Why Felicia's Farewell Is Just the Start of Something Bigger!In this farewell-for-now episode of Sobriety Checkpoint, I reflect on the journey of hosting this podcast and how it has been a vessel of growth and learning in both my personal and professional life. As a sober mom and therapist who has navigated the complexities of mental health, spirituality, and sobriety, I've been blessed to share insights and stories that hopefully inspire and resonate with others living a sober lifestyle. Today, I'll share a deeply personal meditation from "Jesus Calling" that emphasizes the beauty of imperfection and the importance of not being overly harsh with oneself. This message is...2024-05-1009 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free53 | No Matter How Far Down the Scale We Have Gone, We Will See How Our Experience Can Benefit OthersTransforming Through the Darkness: A Journey of Sobriety and Spiritual Renewal
This episode unveils upcoming changes to focus more on storytelling. Felicia discusses the power of storytelling in recovery, her transition from therapy to coaching, and her plans to launch a YouTube channel for therapists. She reads and reflects on The Promises from the AA Big Book, emphasizing the transformative power of shared experiences in addiction recovery. The episode culminates in a personal testimony of finding hope and light in Jesus, aligning with Easter's message of resurrection and renewal. Felicia invites listeners of diverse beliefs to engage...2024-03-2829 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free53 | No Matter How Far Down the Scale We Have Gone, We Will See How Our Experience Can Benefit OthersTransforming Through the Darkness: A Journey of Sobriety and Spiritual Renewal
This episode unveils upcoming changes to focus more on storytelling. Felicia discusses the power of storytelling in recovery, her transition from therapy to coaching, and her plans to launch a YouTube channel for therapists. She reads and reflects on The Promises from the AA Big Book, emphasizing the transformative power of shared experiences in addiction recovery. The episode culminates in a personal testimony of finding hope and light in Jesus, aligning with Easter's message of resurrection and renewal. Felicia invites listeners of diverse beliefs to engage...2024-03-2829 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free49 | Are you investing time in spiritual growth? The importance of faith in recovery. Seek, and you will findIn today's soulful episode of Sobriety Checkpoint, join your host Felicia Hermle as she opens her heart and shares her personal reflections on the complex interplay between faith, religion, and the pursuit of a Higher Power. With almost 13 years of sobriety and a deep passion for spiritual seeking, Felicia invites you into an intimate conversation about the beauty of developing a relationship with something greater than ourselves within the framework of twelve-step programs and beyond.
Felicia candidly explores the challenges and liberations she's encountered on her journey, particularly the delicate dance with organized religion and t...2024-02-2214 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free49 | Are you investing time in spiritual growth? The importance of faith in recovery. Seek, and you will findIn today's soulful episode of Sobriety Checkpoint, join your host Felicia Hermle as she opens her heart and shares her personal reflections on the complex interplay between faith, religion, and the pursuit of a Higher Power. With almost 13 years of sobriety and a deep passion for spiritual seeking, Felicia invites you into an intimate conversation about the beauty of developing a relationship with something greater than ourselves within the framework of twelve-step programs and beyond.
Felicia candidly explores the challenges and liberations she's encountered on her journey, particularly the delicate dance with organized religion and t...2024-02-2214 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free48 | Fourth Step Inventory - Does the asset inventory make you uncomfortable? Let's talk about confidence in recoveryIn this inspiring episode of Sobriety Checkpoint, we welcome you to a journey of self-discovery and affirmation with your host, Felicia Hermle. Today, she delves into the transformative practice of crafting a positive inventory, drawing wisdom from Kevin Griffin's "One Breath at a Time," a book that integrates Buddhism with the twelve steps.
Felicia candidly discusses the challenge of recognizing our virtues amidst the shadow of self-criticism—a hurdle that many Westerners face, yet one that is less common in other cultures. She shares personal anecdotes, highlighting the importance of owning one's achievements and the power of pos...2024-02-1516 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free48 | Fourth Step Inventory - Does the asset inventory make you uncomfortable? Let's talk about confidence in recoveryIn this inspiring episode of Sobriety Checkpoint, we welcome you to a journey of self-discovery and affirmation with your host, Felicia Hermle. Today, she delves into the transformative practice of crafting a positive inventory, drawing wisdom from Kevin Griffin's "One Breath at a Time," a book that integrates Buddhism with the twelve steps.
Felicia candidly discusses the challenge of recognizing our virtues amidst the shadow of self-criticism—a hurdle that many Westerners face, yet one that is less common in other cultures. She shares personal anecdotes, highlighting the importance of owning one's achievements and the power of pos...2024-02-1516 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol FreeBONUS | Recovery on the Runway: Break Free with The Sober CuratorAlysse Bryson, Founder + CEO of The Sober Curator, is a strong woman in recovery, an innovative media maven, marketing guru, and gal about town. With 17+ years of consistent sobriety, this sober gal has a humorous outlook on life and a fierce determination to succeed. The back of Alysse’s baseball card highlights 25 years of traditional media, with nearly a decade running Seattle Met magazine and six years at KING 5 NBC. She’s thrown 100s of parties in Seattle, rubbing elbows with local celebs and raising awareness for countless nonprofits. Alysse has one adult son, Jakob (27), and two Boston Terriers, Roxi...2024-02-0923 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol FreeBONUS | Recovery on the Runway: Break Free with The Sober CuratorAlysse Bryson, Founder + CEO of The Sober Curator, is a strong woman in recovery, an innovative media maven, marketing guru, and gal about town. With 17+ years of consistent sobriety, this sober gal has a humorous outlook on life and a fierce determination to succeed. The back of Alysse’s baseball card highlights 25 years of traditional media, with nearly a decade running Seattle Met magazine and six years at KING 5 NBC. She’s thrown 100s of parties in Seattle, rubbing elbows with local celebs and raising awareness for countless nonprofits. Alysse has one adult son, Jakob (27), and two Boston Terriers, Roxi...2024-02-0923 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free47 I Part 2 - Special Guest: Marci Hopkins - Break free from the chaos of mommy wine cultureIn this heartfelt continuation of Sobriety Checkpoint, host Felicia Hermle rejoins Marci Hopkins for part two of her poignant narrative, following the release of her book "Chaos to Clarity: Seeing the Signs and Breaking the Cycles." If you missed the beginning of Marci's story, rewind to episode 46 for an introduction to her gripping tale of addiction, motherhood, and the quest for sobriety. This week, Marci dives deeper into the pivotal moments that led to her realization of alcohol use disorder and the subsequent steps towards healing and recovery. With Felicia's gentle guidance, Marci recounts the stark wake-up call of...2024-02-0826 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free47 I Part 2 - Special Guest: Marci Hopkins - Break free from the chaos of mommy wine cultureIn this heartfelt continuation of Sobriety Checkpoint, host Felicia Hermle rejoins Marci Hopkins for part two of her poignant narrative, following the release of her book "Chaos to Clarity: Seeing the Signs and Breaking the Cycles." If you missed the beginning of Marci's story, rewind to episode 46 for an introduction to her gripping tale of addiction, motherhood, and the quest for sobriety. This week, Marci dives deeper into the pivotal moments that led to her realization of alcohol use disorder and the subsequent steps towards healing and recovery. With Felicia's gentle guidance, Marci recounts the stark wake-up call of...2024-02-0826 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free46 I Special Guest: Marci Hopkins - Do you look forward to that 5pm glass of wine? Break free from the chaos of mommy wine cultureIn this profoundly moving episode of Sobriety Checkpoint, host Felicia Hermle welcomes Marcy Hopkins, author of "Chaos to Clarity: Seeing the Signs and Breaking the Cycles"—a compelling narrative that resonates with anyone battling the challenges of sobriety and motherhood. As Felicia opens up about the visceral impact of Marcy's words, we're invited into a raw and intimate space where vulnerability meets strength. Marcy's story unfolds from a turbulent childhood marked by abandonment and abuse to the refuge she sought in alcohol and the desperate search for love and acceptance. Her candid discussion on the traps of mommy wine cu...2024-02-0124 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free46 I Special Guest: Marci Hopkins - Do you look forward to that 5pm glass of wine? Break free from the chaos of mommy wine cultureIn this profoundly moving episode of Sobriety Checkpoint, host Felicia Hermle welcomes Marcy Hopkins, author of "Chaos to Clarity: Seeing the Signs and Breaking the Cycles"—a compelling narrative that resonates with anyone battling the challenges of sobriety and motherhood. As Felicia opens up about the visceral impact of Marcy's words, we're invited into a raw and intimate space where vulnerability meets strength. Marcy's story unfolds from a turbulent childhood marked by abandonment and abuse to the refuge she sought in alcohol and the desperate search for love and acceptance. Her candid discussion on the traps of mommy wine cu...2024-02-0124 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free45 I Are you addicted to your screen? Does it interfere with your ability to be present with your kids? Let’s turn that smart phone into a dumb phone!In this episode of Sobriety Checkpoint, host Felicia Hermle delves into the topic of cell phone addiction and its impact on mental health, productivity, and relationships. Reflecting on her own struggles with compulsive phone use, Felicia shares her journey of making changes to her phone habits, including turning her iPhone into a "dumb phone." She discusses the ways in which excessive screen time can interfere with being present for her children and emphasizes the importance of finding a healthy balance with technology. Listeners are encouraged to join the discussion and share their experiences with phone use in the Sobriety...2024-01-2516 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free45 I Are you addicted to your screen? Does it interfere with your ability to be present with your kids? Let’s turn that smart phone into a dumb phone!In this episode of Sobriety Checkpoint, host Felicia Hermle delves into the topic of cell phone addiction and its impact on mental health, productivity, and relationships. Reflecting on her own struggles with compulsive phone use, Felicia shares her journey of making changes to her phone habits, including turning her iPhone into a "dumb phone." She discusses the ways in which excessive screen time can interfere with being present for her children and emphasizes the importance of finding a healthy balance with technology. Listeners are encouraged to join the discussion and share their experiences with phone use in the Sobriety...2024-01-2516 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free44 I The Low-Down on Sobriety and Spirituality: Intention Setting with Felicia and GeoffHey there, in this episode of Sobriety Checkpoint, Felicia Hermle sits down with a very special guest – her husband, Geoff. Together, they open up about their personal journeys through sobriety, marriage, and spirituality. They share the ups and downs, from their time before recovery to the transformative power of faith and living one day at a time. Their honesty and candid reflections make for a touching and inspiring conversation. So, grab a cup of coffee and join them as they share their experience and provide a message of hope for anyone navigating their own path to recovery and spiritual gr...2024-01-1123 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free44 I The Low-Down on Sobriety and Spirituality: Intention Setting with Felicia and GeoffHey there, in this episode of Sobriety Checkpoint, Felicia Hermle sits down with a very special guest – her husband, Geoff. Together, they open up about their personal journeys through sobriety, marriage, and spirituality. They share the ups and downs, from their time before recovery to the transformative power of faith and living one day at a time. Their honesty and candid reflections make for a touching and inspiring conversation. So, grab a cup of coffee and join them as they share their experience and provide a message of hope for anyone navigating their own path to recovery and spiritual gr...2024-01-1123 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free43 I Navigating Mental Health and Relationships: Setting Intentions for 2024 and Embracing CommunityIn this episode of Sobriety Checkpoint, host Felicia Hermle shares a heartfelt reflection on family, memories, and gratitude as she ushers in the new year. As she recounts the busy holiday season spent with loved ones and caring for her children, she also delves into her grandmother's poignant writings and the valuable lessons she's learned from them. Touching on the importance of community and connection, she invites listeners to join her in the Facebook group to continue the conversations sparked on the podcast. From embracing patience with her young children to the immeasurable impact of sobriety on her life...2024-01-0424 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free43 I Navigating Mental Health and Relationships: Setting Intentions for 2024 and Embracing CommunityIn this episode of Sobriety Checkpoint, host Felicia Hermle shares a heartfelt reflection on family, memories, and gratitude as she ushers in the new year. As she recounts the busy holiday season spent with loved ones and caring for her children, she also delves into her grandmother's poignant writings and the valuable lessons she's learned from them. Touching on the importance of community and connection, she invites listeners to join her in the Facebook group to continue the conversations sparked on the podcast. From embracing patience with her young children to the immeasurable impact of sobriety on her life...2024-01-0424 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free41 I Tee Ballin: From the Prison Yard to Disaster Relief SuperintendentIn this episode of Sobriety Checkpoint, host Felicia Hermle sits down with Tee Ballin, a guest who shares his powerful and raw journey from prison to recovery. Tee opens up about his struggles with addiction, hitting rock bottom, and finding his way back to sobriety through faith and the support of his twelve-step program. His honesty and authenticity shed light on the challenging path to recovery and the importance of staying connected to a higher power. Join us as we dive into Tee's remarkable story, filled with hope, redemption, and the transformative power of sobriety.
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00:00...2023-12-2127 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free40 I Frank Somerville (PART 2): the raw and real story of overcoming addiction and finding peaceWelcome back to Sobriety Checkpoint! In this episode, we delve into part two of Frank Somerville's powerful story of recovery and transformation.
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Frank Somerville is a five time Emmy award winning former main anchor for KTVU in the Bay Area. During the course of his career he witnessed two executions at San Quentin Prison, watched an autopsy, flew with the Blue Angels (and threw up mid flight), and was embedded with the Alameda County Sheriff’s Swat Team during a 48 hour non-stop competition (it was the first and only time they allowed a reporter to cov...2023-12-1427 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free40 I Frank Somerville (PART 2): the raw and real story of overcoming addiction and finding peaceWelcome back to Sobriety Checkpoint! In this episode, we delve into part two of Frank Somerville's powerful story of recovery and transformation.
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Frank Somerville is a five time Emmy award winning former main anchor for KTVU in the Bay Area. During the course of his career he witnessed two executions at San Quentin Prison, watched an autopsy, flew with the Blue Angels (and threw up mid flight), and was embedded with the Alameda County Sheriff’s Swat Team during a 48 hour non-stop competition (it was the first and only time they allowed a reporter to cov...2023-12-1427 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free39 | Frank Somerville (PART 1): the raw and real story of overcoming addiction and finding peaceIn this episode of Sobriety Checkpoint, we are joined by Frank Somerville, who shares his powerful story of addiction, recovery, and personal transformation.
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Frank Somerville is a five time Emmy award winning former main anchor for KTVU in the Bay Area. During the course of his career he witnessed two executions at San Quentin Prison, watched an autopsy, flew with the Blue Angels (and threw up mid flight), and was embedded with the Alameda County Sheriff’s Swat Team during a 48 hour non-stop competition (it was the first and only time they allowed a reporter to...2023-12-0723 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free39 | Frank Somerville (PART 1): the raw and real story of overcoming addiction and finding peaceIn this episode of Sobriety Checkpoint, we are joined by Frank Somerville, who shares his powerful story of addiction, recovery, and personal transformation.
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Frank Somerville is a five time Emmy award winning former main anchor for KTVU in the Bay Area. During the course of his career he witnessed two executions at San Quentin Prison, watched an autopsy, flew with the Blue Angels (and threw up mid flight), and was embedded with the Alameda County Sheriff’s Swat Team during a 48 hour non-stop competition (it was the first and only time they allowed a reporter to...2023-12-0723 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free38 | Janice Dowd (PART 2) Repairing the Damage: Rebuilding Family Relationships in Recovery from AddictionWelcome back to Sobriety Checkpoint! In this powerful episode, we continue our conversation with Janice Dowd, a licensed master social worker, author, speaker, recovering alcoholic, and mother. Join our host, Felicia Hermle, as she delves into Janice's journey from addiction to recovery, focusing on the important topic of repairing the bonds of family and self. Janice shares her personal experiences, struggles, and triumphs, offering valuable insights and guidance for those who have faced similar challenges. Discover the turning points, the bridge between treatment and reconnecting with family, and the process of repairing relationships. Get ready for a thought-provoking discussion...2023-11-3028 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free38 | Janice Dowd (PART 2) Repairing the Damage: Rebuilding Family Relationships in Recovery from AddictionWelcome back to Sobriety Checkpoint! In this powerful episode, we continue our conversation with Janice Dowd, a licensed master social worker, author, speaker, recovering alcoholic, and mother. Join our host, Felicia Hermle, as she delves into Janice's journey from addiction to recovery, focusing on the important topic of repairing the bonds of family and self. Janice shares her personal experiences, struggles, and triumphs, offering valuable insights and guidance for those who have faced similar challenges. Discover the turning points, the bridge between treatment and reconnecting with family, and the process of repairing relationships. Get ready for a thought-provoking discussion...2023-11-3028 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free37 | Janice Dowd (PART 1) From Addiction to Recovery: Repairing the Bonds of Family and SelfWelcome back to Sobriety Checkpoint, the podcast that explores the journey of sobriety and recovery. In today's episode, we have a special guest joining us, Janice Dowd, a licensed master social worker, author, speaker, and most importantly, a recovering alcoholic and mother to four children. Janice shares her powerful story of late-in-life drinking, the impact it had on her role as a mother, and the journey she took to find sobriety. She discusses the challenges she faced in prioritizing her own recovery while also navigating the responsibilities of being a mom. We dive deep into the idea of hiding...2023-11-2325 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free37 | Janice Dowd (PART 1) From Addiction to Recovery: Repairing the Bonds of Family and SelfWelcome back to Sobriety Checkpoint, the podcast that explores the journey of sobriety and recovery. In today's episode, we have a special guest joining us, Janice Dowd, a licensed master social worker, author, speaker, and most importantly, a recovering alcoholic and mother to four children. Janice shares her powerful story of late-in-life drinking, the impact it had on her role as a mother, and the journey she took to find sobriety. She discusses the challenges she faced in prioritizing her own recovery while also navigating the responsibilities of being a mom. We dive deep into the idea of hiding...2023-11-2325 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free36 | Do you struggle with asking others for help? I do too, and in this episode, I’m asking you for your help to make this podcast relevant to your sobriety journeyI think it’s really normal in our culture to struggle with asking for help. We’re supposed to do it all, wear all the hats and do everything perfectly. We’re supposed to know how to do it even though we never got the instruction manual. There is no instruction manual for life or for parenting. In this episode I’m asking for your help. I want to make this podcast even better for you. I want to know what you want to hear about, what topics are relevant to your life, do you like the interviews? Tell me every...2023-11-1614 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free36 | Do you struggle with asking others for help? I do too, and in this episode, I’m asking you for your help to make this podcast relevant to your sobriety journeyI think it’s really normal in our culture to struggle with asking for help. We’re supposed to do it all, wear all the hats and do everything perfectly. We’re supposed to know how to do it even though we never got the instruction manual. There is no instruction manual for life or for parenting. In this episode I’m asking for your help. I want to make this podcast even better for you. I want to know what you want to hear about, what topics are relevant to your life, do you like the interviews? Tell me every...2023-11-1614 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free35 | Do you have a hard time being present with your kids now that you’re sober? The power of being a present parent, with Steffen EidemSteffen is a certified life coach, devoted father, passionate about life and nature, love and kindness. He has always wanted to help people and now as a life coach he can focus on helping other parents have a more loving and fulfilling relationship with themselves.
Outside of coaching and other work, he loves spending time with his daughter. He loves going on big and small adventures together, be it exploring in nature, dancing and being silly in the grocery store or a movie night at home.
Steffen also loves spending time in nature by himself...2023-11-0929 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free35 | Do you have a hard time being present with your kids now that you’re sober? The power of being a present parent, with Steffen EidemSteffen is a certified life coach, devoted father, passionate about life and nature, love and kindness. He has always wanted to help people and now as a life coach he can focus on helping other parents have a more loving and fulfilling relationship with themselves.
Outside of coaching and other work, he loves spending time with his daughter. He loves going on big and small adventures together, be it exploring in nature, dancing and being silly in the grocery store or a movie night at home.
Steffen also loves spending time in nature by himself...2023-11-0929 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free34 | (PART 2) Attachment - Learning how to become more secure in your relationships with Thais GibsonThais Gibson joins me today on an episode about The Power of the Subconscious Mind. In this 2-part series, we discuss attachment theory, attachment styles, and how to become more secure in your relationships. Thais Gibson is a Ph.D. candidate with over 13 certifications in modalities such as CBT, NLP, somatic experiencing, internal family systems, and shadow work. She has nearly a decade of experience running a successful private practice and engaging with over 30,000 clients through individual sessions, workshops, and an educational platform. This diverse background has culminated in creating Gibson Integrated Attachment TheoryTM, an innovative framework uniting traditional...2023-11-0224 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free34 | (PART 2) Attachment - Learning how to become more secure in your relationships with Thais GibsonThais Gibson joins me today on an episode about The Power of the Subconscious Mind. In this 2-part series, we discuss attachment theory, attachment styles, and how to become more secure in your relationships. Thais Gibson is a Ph.D. candidate with over 13 certifications in modalities such as CBT, NLP, somatic experiencing, internal family systems, and shadow work. She has nearly a decade of experience running a successful private practice and engaging with over 30,000 clients through individual sessions, workshops, and an educational platform. This diverse background has culminated in creating Gibson Integrated Attachment TheoryTM, an innovative framework uniting traditional...2023-11-0224 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free33 | (PART 1) Attachment - Learning how to become more secure in your relationships with Thais GibsonThais Gibson joins me today on an episode about The Power of the Subconscious Mind. In this 2-part series, we discuss attachment theory, attachment styles, and how to become more secure in your relationships. Thais Gibson is a Ph.D. candidate with over 13 certifications in modalities such as CBT, NLP, somatic experiencing, internal family systems, and shadow work. She has nearly a decade of experience running a successful private practice and engaging with over 30,000 clients through individual sessions, workshops, and an educational platform. This diverse background has culminated in creating Gibson Integrated Attachment TheoryTM, an innovative framework uniting traditional...2023-10-2621 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free33 | (PART 1) Attachment - Learning how to become more secure in your relationships with Thais GibsonThais Gibson joins me today on an episode about The Power of the Subconscious Mind. In this 2-part series, we discuss attachment theory, attachment styles, and how to become more secure in your relationships. Thais Gibson is a Ph.D. candidate with over 13 certifications in modalities such as CBT, NLP, somatic experiencing, internal family systems, and shadow work. She has nearly a decade of experience running a successful private practice and engaging with over 30,000 clients through individual sessions, workshops, and an educational platform. This diverse background has culminated in creating Gibson Integrated Attachment TheoryTM, an innovative framework uniting traditional...2023-10-2621 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free32 | Morning Meditation: “YESTERDAY’S BAGGAGE,” with Stewart LeeOn today’s episode, Stewart Lee is back for another Morning Meditation. Today’s reading is from Alcoholics Anonymous, Daily Reflections for October 5: Yesterday’s Baggage.
**It’s time for that desperately sought after solo Target run.. Grab your keys and let’s go for a drive... There’s no judgment (or breathalyzer) at this Sobriety Checkpoint.** .
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Become an insider - insider.sobriet...2023-10-1925 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free32 | Morning Meditation: “YESTERDAY’S BAGGAGE,” with Stewart LeeOn today’s episode, Stewart Lee is back for another Morning Meditation. Today’s reading is from Alcoholics Anonymous, Daily Reflections for October 5: Yesterday’s Baggage.
**It’s time for that desperately sought after solo Target run.. Grab your keys and let’s go for a drive... There’s no judgment (or breathalyzer) at this Sobriety Checkpoint.** .
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Become an insider - insider.sobriet...2023-10-1925 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free31 | (PART 2) Lessons from 28 years of sobriety - Gregg Champion, founder of START UP RECOVERY, talks about how a nice white boy who went to private school ends up facing 5 years in prisonGREGG CHAMPION Gregg Champion, a TEDx speaker and former branding expert, has worked with top consumer brands (Gap, Mattel, Doritos, Pokemon, NIKE), major television networks (NBC, FOX, and Fox Sports), and professional sports teams during the first 15 years of his career. He now focuses his energy on selective start-up ventures as an entrepreneur, advisor, educator, and start-up coach. Gregg has helped, supported, and career coached over a 100 Millennials and Gen Z’s helping them successfully land their first job or internship in the "real world." Through his vast experiences working with Fortune 500 brands, running his own companies, and fostering relati...2023-10-1223 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free31 | (PART 2) Lessons from 28 years of sobriety - Gregg Champion, founder of START UP RECOVERY, talks about how a nice white boy who went to private school ends up facing 5 years in prisonGREGG CHAMPION Gregg Champion, a TEDx speaker and former branding expert, has worked with top consumer brands (Gap, Mattel, Doritos, Pokemon, NIKE), major television networks (NBC, FOX, and Fox Sports), and professional sports teams during the first 15 years of his career. He now focuses his energy on selective start-up ventures as an entrepreneur, advisor, educator, and start-up coach. Gregg has helped, supported, and career coached over a 100 Millennials and Gen Z’s helping them successfully land their first job or internship in the "real world." Through his vast experiences working with Fortune 500 brands, running his own companies, and fostering relati...2023-10-1223 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free30 | (PART 1) Lessons from 28 years of sobriety - Gregg Champion, founder of START UP RECOVERY, talks about “SLOW-briety”, his addiction recovery journey and shifting addiction to passionGregg Champion, a TEDx speaker and former branding expert, has worked with top consumer brands (Gap, Mattel, Doritos, Pokemon, NIKE), major television networks (NBC, FOX, and Fox Sports), and professional sports teams during the first 15 years of his career. He now focuses his energy on selective start-up ventures as an entrepreneur, advisor, educator, and start-up coach. Gregg has helped, supported, and career coached over a 100 Millennials and Gen Z’s helping them successfully land their first job or internship in the "real world." Through his vast experiences working with Fortune 500 brands, running his own companies, and fostering relationships with young...2023-10-0524 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free30 | (PART 1) Lessons from 28 years of sobriety - Gregg Champion, founder of START UP RECOVERY, talks about “SLOW-briety”, his addiction recovery journey and shifting addiction to passionGregg Champion, a TEDx speaker and former branding expert, has worked with top consumer brands (Gap, Mattel, Doritos, Pokemon, NIKE), major television networks (NBC, FOX, and Fox Sports), and professional sports teams during the first 15 years of his career. He now focuses his energy on selective start-up ventures as an entrepreneur, advisor, educator, and start-up coach. Gregg has helped, supported, and career coached over a 100 Millennials and Gen Z’s helping them successfully land their first job or internship in the "real world." Through his vast experiences working with Fortune 500 brands, running his own companies, and fostering relationships with young...2023-10-0524 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free29 | (PART 2) Are you scared of having no control in your life? Let’s talk about what it means to be “Co-Crazy,” in sobriety with author, Dr. Sarah Michaud, PsyDTHIS IS PART 2 OF AN INTERVIEW WITH DR. SARAH MICHAUD, PSYD & AUTHOR OF “CO-CRAZY” Today I had the pleasure of chatting with Dr. Sarah Michaud. Dr. Michaud is a clinical psychologist who has worked in the addiction field for 30 years. She recently published a book called, “Co-Crazy: One Psychologist's Recovery from Codependency and Addiction - A Memoir and Manual for Freedom.” She has been sober for almost 40 years and brings her humor, directness, compassion and insight to support folks in recovery. She recently launched a YouTube channel called, “Leaving Crazytown,” with her sober attorney buddy, Finn. They discuss all things codepend...2023-09-2828 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free29 | (PART 2) Are you scared of having no control in your life? Let’s talk about what it means to be “Co-Crazy,” in sobriety with author, Dr. Sarah Michaud, PsyDTHIS IS PART 2 OF AN INTERVIEW WITH DR. SARAH MICHAUD, PSYD & AUTHOR OF “CO-CRAZY” Today I had the pleasure of chatting with Dr. Sarah Michaud. Dr. Michaud is a clinical psychologist who has worked in the addiction field for 30 years. She recently published a book called, “Co-Crazy: One Psychologist's Recovery from Codependency and Addiction - A Memoir and Manual for Freedom.” She has been sober for almost 40 years and brings her humor, directness, compassion and insight to support folks in recovery. She recently launched a YouTube channel called, “Leaving Crazytown,” with her sober attorney buddy, Finn. They discuss all things codepend...2023-09-2828 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free28 | (PART 1) It feels like you have to do it all, everything is your responsibility. Let’s talk about what it means to be “Co-Crazy” in sobriety with author, Dr. Sarah Michaud, PsyDToday I had the pleasure of chatting with Dr. Sarah Michaud. Dr. Michaud is a clinical psychologist who has worked in the addiction field for 30 years. She recently published a book called, “Co-Crazy: One Psychologist's Recovery from Codependency and Addiction - A Memoir and Manual for Freedom.” She has been sober for almost 40 years and brings her humor, directness, compassion and insight to support folks in recovery. She recently launched a YouTube channel called, “Leaving Crazytown,” with her sober attorney buddy, Finn. They discuss all things codependency and addiction while having lots of laughs. I highly recommend her book, it’s comple...2023-09-2129 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free28 | (PART 1) It feels like you have to do it all, everything is your responsibility. Let’s talk about what it means to be “Co-Crazy” in sobriety with author, Dr. Sarah Michaud, PsyDToday I had the pleasure of chatting with Dr. Sarah Michaud. Dr. Michaud is a clinical psychologist who has worked in the addiction field for 30 years. She recently published a book called, “Co-Crazy: One Psychologist's Recovery from Codependency and Addiction - A Memoir and Manual for Freedom.” She has been sober for almost 40 years and brings her humor, directness, compassion and insight to support folks in recovery. She recently launched a YouTube channel called, “Leaving Crazytown,” with her sober attorney buddy, Finn. They discuss all things codependency and addiction while having lots of laughs. I highly recommend her book, it’s comple...2023-09-2129 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free27 | Addiction Recovery Month! Have you used alcohol to try to escape? Alcohol felt like a way to get freedom, but that ended up leaving you feeling like you’re in chains, it was fake freedomToday is the last “official” thoughtful Thursday morning meditation. There will still be “morning meditation” episodes, but I will only be publishing episodes once a week on Thursdays. On today’s episode, listen to this excerpt written by Stewart Lee on addiction being a form of escapism as well as Stewart & Felicia’s thoughts on that piece.
**It’s time for that desperately sought after solo Target run.. Grab your keys and let’s go for a drive... There’s no judgment (or breathalyzer) at this Sobriety Checkpoint.**
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**It’s time for that desperately sought after solo Target run.. Grab your keys and let’s go for a drive... There’s no judgment (or breathalyzer) at this Sobriety Checkpoint.**
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Linkt...2023-09-1428 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free26 | Addiction Recovery Month! Thoughtful Thursday Morning Meditation: Celebrate Success in SobrietyIt’s Thursday! Which means it’s time for Sobriety Checkpoint’s Thoughtful Thursday Morning Meditation. On Thursday mornings you can expect a thoughtful morning meditation based on a variety of daily readers and written wisdom that I will share my own thoughts or commentary on. You can also expect to hear thoughts and commentary from others that will be guests on my show. Today’s reading is from Strengthening my Recovery, Meditations for Adult Children of Alcoholics/Dysfunctional Families.
**It’s time for that desperately sought after solo Target run.. Grab your keys and let’s go for a driv...2023-09-0712 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free26 | Addiction Recovery Month! Thoughtful Thursday Morning Meditation: Celebrate Success in SobrietyIt’s Thursday! Which means it’s time for Sobriety Checkpoint’s Thoughtful Thursday Morning Meditation. On Thursday mornings you can expect a thoughtful morning meditation based on a variety of daily readers and written wisdom that I will share my own thoughts or commentary on. You can also expect to hear thoughts and commentary from others that will be guests on my show. Today’s reading is from Strengthening my Recovery, Meditations for Adult Children of Alcoholics/Dysfunctional Families.
**It’s time for that desperately sought after solo Target run.. Grab your keys and let’s go for a driv...2023-09-0712 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free25 | Addiction Recovery Month! Do you ever get to the bottom of your todo list and still feel dissatisfied? You don’t have to DO anything - just BE. A lesson from the story of Mary & Martha.Today’s episode is a lesson from a story in the Bible - Luke 10: 38-42 which says: At the Home of Martha and Mary 38 As Jesus and his disciples were on their way, he came to a village where a woman named Martha opened her home to him. 39 She had a sister called Mary, who sat at the Lord’s feet listening to what he said. 40 But Martha was distracted by all the preparations that had to be made. She came to him and asked, “Lord, don’t you care that my sister has left me to do the work by my...2023-09-0513 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free25 | Addiction Recovery Month! Do you ever get to the bottom of your todo list and still feel dissatisfied? You don’t have to DO anything - just BE. A lesson from the story of Mary & Martha.Today’s episode is a lesson from a story in the Bible - Luke 10: 38-42 which says: At the Home of Martha and Mary 38 As Jesus and his disciples were on their way, he came to a village where a woman named Martha opened her home to him. 39 She had a sister called Mary, who sat at the Lord’s feet listening to what he said. 40 But Martha was distracted by all the preparations that had to be made. She came to him and asked, “Lord, don’t you care that my sister has left me to do the work by my...2023-09-0513 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free24 | Do you throw toddler fits in your relationship when you aren’t getting the attention you desire? Do these 2 things to when you’re not getting the attention you needToday’s episode is all about your desire to be seen, affirmed, acknowledged. If you’re anything like me, you are guilty of giving the silent treatment or even throwing a fit, raising your voice or using a rude voice with the people you love the most. You’ve been critical of yourself and of other people and maybe you even feel like you don’t matter. This episode is for you, I’ve been there with you and I hope you listen and practice these two tips to help relieve some of the pain of not getting this need met o...2023-08-3118 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free24 | Do you throw toddler fits in your relationship when you aren’t getting the attention you desire? Do these 2 things to when you’re not getting the attention you needToday’s episode is all about your desire to be seen, affirmed, acknowledged. If you’re anything like me, you are guilty of giving the silent treatment or even throwing a fit, raising your voice or using a rude voice with the people you love the most. You’ve been critical of yourself and of other people and maybe you even feel like you don’t matter. This episode is for you, I’ve been there with you and I hope you listen and practice these two tips to help relieve some of the pain of not getting this need met o...2023-08-3118 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free23 | Morning Meditation: Be Impeccable With Your WordMorning meditation is usually on Thursdays but I missed last week so it’s today instead. 🙂 For the morning meditation (that is usually on Thursdays…) you can expect a thoughtful morning meditation based on a variety of daily readers and written wisdom that I will share my own thoughts or commentary on. You can also expect to hear thoughts and commentary from others that will be guests on my show. Today’s reading is from The Four Agreements: A practical guide to personal freedom by Don Miguel Ruiz
**It’s time for that desperately sought after solo Target run...2023-08-2922 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free23 | Morning Meditation: Be Impeccable With Your WordMorning meditation is usually on Thursdays but I missed last week so it’s today instead. 🙂 For the morning meditation (that is usually on Thursdays…) you can expect a thoughtful morning meditation based on a variety of daily readers and written wisdom that I will share my own thoughts or commentary on. You can also expect to hear thoughts and commentary from others that will be guests on my show. Today’s reading is from The Four Agreements: A practical guide to personal freedom by Don Miguel Ruiz
**It’s time for that desperately sought after solo Target run...2023-08-2922 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free22 | Has being blacked out drunk become a normal part of life? This was part of Ryan Lundy’s story until he picked up the 30 pound phone to ask for help. He’s a Military Veteran & Police OfficerRyan Lundy is 43, married, and a father of two - an 18 y/o daughter and 15 y/o son. He was a 16 year Infantry veteran of Iraq and Bosnia. A non combat injury cut his career short. He’s been a full time police officer for 16 years for the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department. In that time he’s battled criminals, injuries and the loss of 4 officers he’s worked with as well as his own demons in the form of PTSD and depression. He self medicated with alcohol for several years to avoid dealing with the problem or admitting he had on...2023-08-2220 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free22 | Has being blacked out drunk become a normal part of life? This was part of Ryan Lundy’s story until he picked up the 30 pound phone to ask for help. He’s a Military Veteran & Police OfficerRyan Lundy is 43, married, and a father of two - an 18 y/o daughter and 15 y/o son. He was a 16 year Infantry veteran of Iraq and Bosnia. A non combat injury cut his career short. He’s been a full time police officer for 16 years for the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department. In that time he’s battled criminals, injuries and the loss of 4 officers he’s worked with as well as his own demons in the form of PTSD and depression. He self medicated with alcohol for several years to avoid dealing with the problem or admitting he had on...2023-08-2220 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free21 | Thoughtful Thursday Morning Meditation: Awake my soul!It’s Thursday! Which means it’s time for Sobriety Checkpoint’s Thoughtful Thursday Morning Meditation. On Thursday mornings you can expect a thoughtful morning meditation based on a variety of daily readers and written wisdom that I will share my own thoughts or commentary on. You can also expect to hear thoughts and commentary from others that will be guests on my show. Today’s reading is from Hazelden, “Body, Mind, and Spirit” .
**It’s time for that desperately sought after solo Target run.. Grab your keys and let’s go for a drive... There’s no judgment (or br...2023-08-1717 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free21 | Thoughtful Thursday Morning Meditation: Awake my soul!It’s Thursday! Which means it’s time for Sobriety Checkpoint’s Thoughtful Thursday Morning Meditation. On Thursday mornings you can expect a thoughtful morning meditation based on a variety of daily readers and written wisdom that I will share my own thoughts or commentary on. You can also expect to hear thoughts and commentary from others that will be guests on my show. Today’s reading is from Hazelden, “Body, Mind, and Spirit” .
**It’s time for that desperately sought after solo Target run.. Grab your keys and let’s go for a drive... There’s no judgment (or br...2023-08-1717 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free19 | Thoughtful Thursday Morning Meditation: Redoubling Our EffortsIt’s Thursday! Which means it’s time for Sobriety Checkpoint’s Thoughtful Thursday Morning Meditation. On Thursday mornings you can expect a thoughtful morning meditation based on a variety of daily readers and written wisdom that I will share my own thoughts or commentary on. You can also expect to hear thoughts and commentary from others that will be guests on my show. Today’s reading is from Daily Reflections by Alcoholics Anonymous.
**It’s time for that desperately sought after solo Target run.. Grab your keys and let’s go for a drive... There’s no judgment (or...2023-08-1016 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free19 | Thoughtful Thursday Morning Meditation: Redoubling Our EffortsIt’s Thursday! Which means it’s time for Sobriety Checkpoint’s Thoughtful Thursday Morning Meditation. On Thursday mornings you can expect a thoughtful morning meditation based on a variety of daily readers and written wisdom that I will share my own thoughts or commentary on. You can also expect to hear thoughts and commentary from others that will be guests on my show. Today’s reading is from Daily Reflections by Alcoholics Anonymous.
**It’s time for that desperately sought after solo Target run.. Grab your keys and let’s go for a drive... There’s no judgment (or...2023-08-1016 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free18 | Is alcohol your best friend when you’re feeling lonely? Learn about authenticity & transparency as a means to break free from lonlinessToday, I share more about my story - what it was like, what happened, and what it’s like now. I was so lonely. I was depressed, anxious, suicidal. In recovery, I started to learn what grace was. I saw other people being authentic, being real, being raw. Because of someone else's authenticity inviting me into a relationship and connection with them. I learned how to be authentic. Those relationships, that authenticity, that transparency from so many people who came before me has helped me to learn the importance of authenticity, the importance of transparency. The importance of being re...2023-08-0825 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free18 | Is alcohol your best friend when you’re feeling lonely? Learn about authenticity & transparency as a means to break free from lonlinessToday, I share more about my story - what it was like, what happened, and what it’s like now. I was so lonely. I was depressed, anxious, suicidal. In recovery, I started to learn what grace was. I saw other people being authentic, being real, being raw. Because of someone else's authenticity inviting me into a relationship and connection with them. I learned how to be authentic. Those relationships, that authenticity, that transparency from so many people who came before me has helped me to learn the importance of authenticity, the importance of transparency. The importance of being re...2023-08-0825 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free17 | Thoughtful Thursday Morning Meditation: Lament - A passionate expression of grief or sorrowIt’s Thursday! Which means it’s time for Sobriety Checkpoint’s Thoughtful Thursday Morning Meditation. On Thursday mornings you can expect a thoughtful morning meditation based on a variety of daily readers and written wisdom that I will share my own thoughts or commentary on. You can also expect to hear thoughts and commentary from others that will be guests on my show. Today’s reading is called, “Lamentations: The Volatile Voice of Grief - A Voice We Need To Hear,” an article written by Whitney Woollard from bibleproject.com
**It’s time for that desperately sought after so...2023-08-0315 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free17 | Thoughtful Thursday Morning Meditation: Lament - A passionate expression of grief or sorrowIt’s Thursday! Which means it’s time for Sobriety Checkpoint’s Thoughtful Thursday Morning Meditation. On Thursday mornings you can expect a thoughtful morning meditation based on a variety of daily readers and written wisdom that I will share my own thoughts or commentary on. You can also expect to hear thoughts and commentary from others that will be guests on my show. Today’s reading is called, “Lamentations: The Volatile Voice of Grief - A Voice We Need To Hear,” an article written by Whitney Woollard from bibleproject.com
**It’s time for that desperately sought after so...2023-08-0315 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free16 | Are you looking for a safe, comfortable, happy life? Where does your joy come from?Safe. Comfortable. Happy. It doesn’t really exist and it’s a very Western idea. It's a very American Christian desire to just be safe, comfortable, happy. There's parts of me that have this desire to step into the messiness of life because I think that the messiness is where I find God. Being able to be with just the rawness of reality and the authenticity of people who are truly vulnerable. I think when I'm in a place where I can be vulnerable and raw, that's where God shows up for me.
**It’s time for that des...2023-08-0122 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free16 | Are you looking for a safe, comfortable, happy life? Where does your joy come from?Safe. Comfortable. Happy. It doesn’t really exist and it’s a very Western idea. It's a very American Christian desire to just be safe, comfortable, happy. There's parts of me that have this desire to step into the messiness of life because I think that the messiness is where I find God. Being able to be with just the rawness of reality and the authenticity of people who are truly vulnerable. I think when I'm in a place where I can be vulnerable and raw, that's where God shows up for me.
**It’s time for that des...2023-08-0122 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free15 | Thoughtful Thursday Morning Meditation: CodependenceIt’s Thursday! Which means it’s time for Sobriety Checkpoint’s Thoughtful Thursday Morning Meditation. On Thursday mornings you can expect a thoughtful morning meditation based on a variety of daily readers and written wisdom that I will share my own thoughts or commentary on. You can also expect to hear thoughts and commentary from others that will be guests on my show. Today’s reading is from Strengthening my recovery: Meditations for adult children of alcoholics/dysfunctional families by Adult Children of Alcoholics World Service Organization, Inc.
**It’s time for that desperately sought after solo Target...2023-07-2713 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free15 | Thoughtful Thursday Morning Meditation: CodependenceIt’s Thursday! Which means it’s time for Sobriety Checkpoint’s Thoughtful Thursday Morning Meditation. On Thursday mornings you can expect a thoughtful morning meditation based on a variety of daily readers and written wisdom that I will share my own thoughts or commentary on. You can also expect to hear thoughts and commentary from others that will be guests on my show. Today’s reading is from Strengthening my recovery: Meditations for adult children of alcoholics/dysfunctional families by Adult Children of Alcoholics World Service Organization, Inc.
**It’s time for that desperately sought after solo Target...2023-07-2713 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free14 | Are you a dad in recovery that learned you have to sweep your feelings under the rug? Find freedom from this mindset - mental health, sobriety, and fatherhood with J.P. CifelliI’m excited to have J.P. Cifelli join me on today’s episode to share a little bit about himself and his story as a dad in recovery. He has been in recovery for 15 years and he’s passionate about men’s mental health. He says, “Without my mental health. I am very unpleasant and the world is unpleasant. It's like a domino effect, I'd say. I focused on sobriety and then the mental health came, then focused on that. Sobriety comes naturally when my mental health is in order, and then I became a dad. The key thing about be...2023-07-2518 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free14 | Are you a dad in recovery that learned you have to sweep your feelings under the rug? Find freedom from this mindset - mental health, sobriety, and fatherhood with J.P. CifelliI’m excited to have J.P. Cifelli join me on today’s episode to share a little bit about himself and his story as a dad in recovery. He has been in recovery for 15 years and he’s passionate about men’s mental health. He says, “Without my mental health. I am very unpleasant and the world is unpleasant. It's like a domino effect, I'd say. I focused on sobriety and then the mental health came, then focused on that. Sobriety comes naturally when my mental health is in order, and then I became a dad. The key thing about be...2023-07-2518 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free12 | Do you expect to be abandoned or rejected? You’re not alone in this, and there is an explanation (attachment theory) and a solutionWhether you like it or not, you're constantly, unconsciously expecting your romantic partner or even other people in your life, to act like your parents did, and because of those expectations a dynamic is created where we learn to expect certain behaviors from other people. As we’re growing up we learn to expect certain things from our parents based on past experience, and because of that, we take those expectations into our relationships in adulthood.
**It’s time for that desperately sought after solo Target run.. Grab your keys and let’s go for a drive... There’s no...2023-07-1821 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free12 | Do you expect to be abandoned or rejected? You’re not alone in this, and there is an explanation (attachment theory) and a solutionWhether you like it or not, you're constantly, unconsciously expecting your romantic partner or even other people in your life, to act like your parents did, and because of those expectations a dynamic is created where we learn to expect certain behaviors from other people. As we’re growing up we learn to expect certain things from our parents based on past experience, and because of that, we take those expectations into our relationships in adulthood.
**It’s time for that desperately sought after solo Target run.. Grab your keys and let’s go for a drive... There’s no...2023-07-1821 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free11 | Thoughtful Thursday Morning Sobriety Meditation: Be expectant#ThoughtfulThursday Welcome to the first Thoughtful Thursday Morning Meditation. On Thursday mornings you can expect a thoughtful morning meditation based on a variety of daily readers and written wisdom that I will share my own thoughts or commentary on. You can also expect to hear thoughts and commentary from others that will be guests on my show. Credit will be given to all excerpts read on this podcast which can also be found in the show notes. Since I am talking about what you can expect on Thursday mornings, I was pleased to find that today’s reading is fr...2023-07-1308 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free11 | Thoughtful Thursday Morning Sobriety Meditation: Be expectant#ThoughtfulThursday Welcome to the first Thoughtful Thursday Morning Meditation. On Thursday mornings you can expect a thoughtful morning meditation based on a variety of daily readers and written wisdom that I will share my own thoughts or commentary on. You can also expect to hear thoughts and commentary from others that will be guests on my show. Credit will be given to all excerpts read on this podcast which can also be found in the show notes. Since I am talking about what you can expect on Thursday mornings, I was pleased to find that today’s reading is fr...2023-07-1308 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free10 | Are you trying to find your worth in achievement or perfectionism? It’s time to flip the paradigmI don’t know about you - but I have had my fair share of analysis paralysis, a common symptom of perfectionism. It’s been a constant struggle, trying to make sure that everything is perfect before starting, or not starting at all because of thinking it’s not enough. Growing up, I had perfectionist stress - alcohol really helped bring relief. It helped me to stop caring about the things I was stressed out about. I went to the other extreme, from caring too much to not caring at all. Now here I am, 12 years sober trying to find t...2023-07-1114 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free10 | Are you trying to find your worth in achievement or perfectionism? It’s time to flip the paradigmI don’t know about you - but I have had my fair share of analysis paralysis, a common symptom of perfectionism. It’s been a constant struggle, trying to make sure that everything is perfect before starting, or not starting at all because of thinking it’s not enough. Growing up, I had perfectionist stress - alcohol really helped bring relief. It helped me to stop caring about the things I was stressed out about. I went to the other extreme, from caring too much to not caring at all. Now here I am, 12 years sober trying to find t...2023-07-1114 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol FreeBONUS: Welcome, sober dads!Hey, Hey! SOBRIETY PODCAST UPDATE! I’m so excited about welcoming the dads in recovery to my podcast! We’re going to be talking about mental health, faith, and relationships in recovery. I’m excited about my lineup of guests who will be sharing their experience, strength, and hope. Stay tuned, this will be happening soon!
**It’s time for that desperately sought after solo Target run.. Grab your keys and let’s go for a drive... There’s no judgment (or breathalyzer) at this Sobriety Checkpoint.**
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Link...2023-07-0704 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol FreeBONUS: Welcome, sober dads!Hey, Hey! SOBRIETY PODCAST UPDATE! I’m so excited about welcoming the dads in recovery to my podcast! We’re going to be talking about mental health, faith, and relationships in recovery. I’m excited about my lineup of guests who will be sharing their experience, strength, and hope. Stay tuned, this will be happening soon!
**It’s time for that desperately sought after solo Target run.. Grab your keys and let’s go for a drive... There’s no judgment (or breathalyzer) at this Sobriety Checkpoint.**
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Link...2023-07-0704 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free08 | Have you heard yourself say, ”A part of me feels this way... and another part feels that way...”? Does having mixed feelings make you feel crazy? This episode will help.Hey Sober Mama! I remember struggling with getting sober, a part of me wanted to stop and another part couldn’t imagine life without alcohol. And now, as a sober mom - a current struggle is constant anxiety, internal conflict of different parts having different emotions. I want to be optimistic and have confidence around what I’m doing, but a part of me constantly feels not good enough. A part of me is optimistic and confident and is at conflict with the part that doesn’t feel good enough, smart enough, fill in the blank and then add enough…...2023-06-1322 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free08 | Have you heard yourself say, ”A part of me feels this way... and another part feels that way...”? Does having mixed feelings make you feel crazy? This episode will help.Hey Sober Mama! I remember struggling with getting sober, a part of me wanted to stop and another part couldn’t imagine life without alcohol. And now, as a sober mom - a current struggle is constant anxiety, internal conflict of different parts having different emotions. I want to be optimistic and have confidence around what I’m doing, but a part of me constantly feels not good enough. A part of me is optimistic and confident and is at conflict with the part that doesn’t feel good enough, smart enough, fill in the blank and then add enough…...2023-06-1322 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free07 | May is Mental Health Awareness Month: Don’t know where to start with self care? Focus on this one simple thing to start your self care routineHey Sober Mama! The thought of starting a self-care routine can feel so overwhelming, which might defy the purpose of a self-care routine. Where do you start? How do you keep it simple? There are so many areas of self-care, so how do you even decide which area to focus on first? This is what we’re talking about today! I’m so glad you’re here.
**It’s time for that desperately sought after solo Target run.. Grab your keys and let’s go for a drive... There’s no judgment (or breathalyzer) at this Sobriety Checkpoint.**2023-05-3016 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free07 | May is Mental Health Awareness Month: Don’t know where to start with self care? Focus on this one simple thing to start your self care routineHey Sober Mama! The thought of starting a self-care routine can feel so overwhelming, which might defy the purpose of a self-care routine. Where do you start? How do you keep it simple? There are so many areas of self-care, so how do you even decide which area to focus on first? This is what we’re talking about today! I’m so glad you’re here.
**It’s time for that desperately sought after solo Target run.. Grab your keys and let’s go for a drive... There’s no judgment (or breathalyzer) at this Sobriety Checkpoint.**2023-05-3016 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free06 | May is Mental Health Awareness Month- Struggling with balance? Do this one thing to jumpstart a balanced life and improve symptoms of anxietyHey Sober Mama! Trying to find balance in sobriety as a sober mom is an ongoing struggle. Being out of balance can cause higher anxiety, depression, and stress. Doing too much and leaning toward perfection isn’t going to reduce the symptoms of anxiety, depression, or stress, perfectionism will likely increase all of these issues. And the opposite is also true, doing nothing isn’t going to help either. All or nothing mentality is so common for people in recovery, today we’re going to talk about how to combat perfectionism and all or nothing thinking by focusing on balance...2023-05-1610 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free06 | May is Mental Health Awareness Month- Struggling with balance? Do this one thing to jumpstart a balanced life and improve symptoms of anxietyHey Sober Mama! Trying to find balance in sobriety as a sober mom is an ongoing struggle. Being out of balance can cause higher anxiety, depression, and stress. Doing too much and leaning toward perfection isn’t going to reduce the symptoms of anxiety, depression, or stress, perfectionism will likely increase all of these issues. And the opposite is also true, doing nothing isn’t going to help either. All or nothing mentality is so common for people in recovery, today we’re going to talk about how to combat perfectionism and all or nothing thinking by focusing on balance...2023-05-1610 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free05 | May is Mental Health Awareness Month: Are you in denial about your mental health? 3 depression symptoms you might have missed and what to do about itHey Sober Mama, We all have mental health, every single person. And the same way that we all have physical health and spiritual health. We also have mental health. So the question isn't whether or not you have mental health. The question is how healthy or unhealthy are you in regards to your mental health? May is mental health awareness month. Today, we're going to be talking about depression. Are you in denial about your mental health? Are you in denial that you might have depression? Today, you're going to learn about three depression symptoms you might've missed. And what y...2023-05-0513 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free05 | May is Mental Health Awareness Month: Are you in denial about your mental health? 3 depression symptoms you might have missed and what to do about itHey Sober Mama, We all have mental health, every single person. And the same way that we all have physical health and spiritual health. We also have mental health. So the question isn't whether or not you have mental health. The question is how healthy or unhealthy are you in regards to your mental health? May is mental health awareness month. Today, we're going to be talking about depression. Are you in denial about your mental health? Are you in denial that you might have depression? Today, you're going to learn about three depression symptoms you might've missed. And what y...2023-05-0513 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free04 | Patience, Thermometers, Coffee Creamer - lessons in emotional sobrietyHey Sober Mama, Who are you? Where do you place your identity? Is your identity in your work, or in your motherhood, or in some other performance based activity? In today’s episode, we’re talking about patience and how identity and patience intersect with one another. We’re also talking about how thermometers and taking a toddler’s temperature relates to patience (haha). Even though patience isn’t something I have mastered, and when it comes down to it, I’m never going to be patient 100% of the time (because I’m human), I think it’s still an important topic...2023-04-2717 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free04 | Patience, Thermometers, Coffee Creamer - lessons in emotional sobrietyHey Sober Mama, Who are you? Where do you place your identity? Is your identity in your work, or in your motherhood, or in some other performance based activity? In today’s episode, we’re talking about patience and how identity and patience intersect with one another. We’re also talking about how thermometers and taking a toddler’s temperature relates to patience (haha). Even though patience isn’t something I have mastered, and when it comes down to it, I’m never going to be patient 100% of the time (because I’m human), I think it’s still an important topic...2023-04-2717 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free01 | ALLOW ME TO INTRODUCE MYSELF (Part 1): Anxiety, Burn-Out, and Mom Guilt - I didn’t get sober to live this wayHey Sober Mama! Welcome to the first episode of Sobriety Checkpoint. In this two part series, I’d like to introduce myself and what this podcast is all about. This is where I started a few years ago - I was angry, anxious and full of mom guilt that said, “You wanted this life, you should be happy about it. Why are you so angry - look at that beautiful baby, you shouldn’t be depressed. You’re a therapist, you seriously think you can help anyone when you haven’t even figured it out!” In this podcast, I’m going to share a...2023-04-2114 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free03 | Faith, People Pleasing, the World Wide Web, and the Woman at the WellHey Sober Mama! In this episode I talk about my faith, struggles with people pleasing, and cancel culture. I hope this encourages you and challenges you to reflect and take an inventory on where you are in your life when it comes to how you listen to others (or don't), how you love, and how you live out your faith.
**It’s time for that desperately sought after solo Target run.. Grab your keys and let’s go for a drive... There’s no judgment (or breathalyzer) at this Sobriety Checkpoint.**
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...2023-04-2110 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free02 | ALLOW ME TO INTRODUCE MYSELF (Part 2)- My addiction recovery and journeying toward emotional sobrietyHey Sober Mama! I used burnout and anxiety as a motivator. I didn’t realize it was a motivator because I felt like I was in a rut. But it motivated me to ask for God for help. And that’s actually all I could do is ask for help. Let burn out be a motivator for you too. If the only thing you can do is say a small prayer, “God help me,” then do that. And maybe you already have, maybe that’s how you found me. I’m glad you’re here. In this episode, I continue sharing...2023-04-2111 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free01 | ALLOW ME TO INTRODUCE MYSELF (Part 1): Anxiety, Burn-Out, and Mom Guilt - I didn’t get sober to live this wayHey Sober Mama! Welcome to the first episode of Sobriety Checkpoint. In this two part series, I’d like to introduce myself and what this podcast is all about. This is where I started a few years ago - I was angry, anxious and full of mom guilt that said, “You wanted this life, you should be happy about it. Why are you so angry - look at that beautiful baby, you shouldn’t be depressed. You’re a therapist, you seriously think you can help anyone when you haven’t even figured it out!” In this podcast, I’m going to share a...2023-04-2114 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free03 | Faith, People Pleasing, the World Wide Web, and the Woman at the WellHey Sober Mama! In this episode I talk about my faith, struggles with people pleasing, and cancel culture. I hope this encourages you and challenges you to reflect and take an inventory on where you are in your life when it comes to how you listen to others (or don't), how you love, and how you live out your faith.
**It’s time for that desperately sought after solo Target run.. Grab your keys and let’s go for a drive... There’s no judgment (or breathalyzer) at this Sobriety Checkpoint.**
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...2023-04-2110 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol Free02 | ALLOW ME TO INTRODUCE MYSELF (Part 2)- My addiction recovery and journeying toward emotional sobrietyHey Sober Mama! I used burnout and anxiety as a motivator. I didn’t realize it was a motivator because I felt like I was in a rut. But it motivated me to ask for God for help. And that’s actually all I could do is ask for help. Let burn out be a motivator for you too. If the only thing you can do is say a small prayer, “God help me,” then do that. And maybe you already have, maybe that’s how you found me. I’m glad you’re here. In this episode, I continue sharing...2023-04-2111 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol FreeTRAILER \\ SOBRIETY CHECKPOINTAre you a parent in recovery struggling with your emotional sobriety & feeling anxious about whether or not you’re doing this parenting thing right? Are you a self-proclaimed perfectionist constantly worried about what others think of you? Do you feel childhood and family patterns repeating themselves in your marriage or relationships? Did the pink cloud fade a long time ago only to be replaced with the restlessness, irritability, and discontent of those familiar drunken days?
Sobriety has given you the ability to be a high achiever, it’s given you your dream job and a beautiful family - but...2023-04-0703 minSOBRIETY CHECKPOINT - Sober Living, Sobriety, Addiction Recovery, Emotional Sobriety, Alcohol FreeTRAILER \\ SOBRIETY CHECKPOINTAre you a parent in recovery struggling with your emotional sobriety & feeling anxious about whether or not you’re doing this parenting thing right? Are you a self-proclaimed perfectionist constantly worried about what others think of you? Do you feel childhood and family patterns repeating themselves in your marriage or relationships? Did the pink cloud fade a long time ago only to be replaced with the restlessness, irritability, and discontent of those familiar drunken days?
Sobriety has given you the ability to be a high achiever, it’s given you your dream job and a beautiful family - but...2023-04-0703 min