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No Alcohol Needed: The Podcast181 | How to Deal With Difficult Emotions (Without Drinking or Avoiding Them)Most people don’t drink again because they miss alcohol.
They drink again because they don’t know how to deal with difficult emotions.
In this episode of No Alcohol Needed, Julie Miller, Steve Knapp, Matt Shambo, and Sean Rollinson unpack what’s really happening when emotions feel overwhelming - and why trying to escape them actually makes them even harder to deal with.
You’ll learn:
- Why suppressing emotions backfires
- How to identify what you’re actually feeling
- What it means to “sit with” an emotion (without spiral...
2026-02-231h 00No Alcohol Needed: The Podcast181 | How to Deal With Difficult Emotions (Without Drinking or Avoiding Them)Most people don’t drink again because they miss alcohol.
They drink again because they don’t know how to deal with difficult emotions.
In this episode of No Alcohol Needed, Julie Miller, Steve Knapp, Matt Shambo, and Sean Rollinson unpack what’s really happening when emotions feel overwhelming - and why trying to escape them actually makes them even harder to deal with.
You’ll learn:
- Why suppressing emotions backfires
- How to identify what you’re actually feeling
- What it means to “sit with” an emotion (without spiral...
2026-02-231h 00No Alcohol Needed: The Podcast180 | Are Social Media and AI Destroying Personal Connection?Social media affects mental health more than most of us realize. And now that AI-generated content is everywhere, it’s becoming harder to tell what’s real, what’s performative, and what’s draining us.
In this episode of No Alcohol Needed, Julie Miller and Steve Knapp are joined by Robbie Pike and Kristyna Holler for a candid conversation about loneliness, doom scrolling, AI content, and what real connection actually looks like in an alcohol-free life.
If you’ve ever:
Scrolled for “just a few minutes” and felt worse after
Compared yourself to someone online and fel...
2026-02-1654 minNo Alcohol Needed: The Podcast180 | Are Social Media and AI Destroying Personal Connection?Social media affects mental health more than most of us realize. And now that AI-generated content is everywhere, it’s becoming harder to tell what’s real, what’s performative, and what’s draining us.
In this episode of No Alcohol Needed, Julie Miller and Steve Knapp are joined by Robbie Pike and Kristyna Holler for a candid conversation about loneliness, doom scrolling, AI content, and what real connection actually looks like in an alcohol-free life.
If you’ve ever:
Scrolled for “just a few minutes” and felt worse after
Compared yourself to someone online and fel...
2026-02-1654 minNo Alcohol Needed: The Podcast178 | How To Handle Stress Without AlcoholStress doesn’t go away just because you stop drinking - or just because you do the ‘self care’ stuff that someone told you to do.
In this episode of No Alcohol Needed, we talk about how to handle stress without alcohol in a way that actually works in real life. Not bubble baths. Not pretending everything is fine. Not dumping positive thinking on top of real stress and hoping it goes away.
Self-care - the kind that works - helps regulate your nervous system, build self-trust, and move through overwhelm instead wishing you could numb o...
2026-02-021h 05No Alcohol Needed: The Podcast178 | How To Handle Stress Without AlcoholStress doesn’t go away just because you stop drinking - or just because you do the ‘self care’ stuff that someone told you to do.
In this episode of No Alcohol Needed, we talk about how to handle stress without alcohol in a way that actually works in real life. Not bubble baths. Not pretending everything is fine. Not dumping positive thinking on top of real stress and hoping it goes away.
Self-care - the kind that works - helps regulate your nervous system, build self-trust, and move through overwhelm instead wishing you could numb o...
2026-02-021h 05No Alcohol Needed: The Podcast177 | People Pleasing Is Exhausting: How to Stop Living for Everyone ElsePeople pleasing doesn’t usually feel like a problem at first.
It feels like being helpful, generous, and kind. Being easy to be around. Being the one who keeps everything running smoothly.
But over time, it can lead to anxiety, resentment, burnout, and a loss of self.
In this episode of No Alcohol Needed, Julie Miller, Steve Knapp, Mike Coyne, and Amber Fenner unpack how people pleasing actually works, why so many people don’t recognize it in themselves, and what starts to change when you stop organizing your life around other people’s emotio...
2026-01-2659 minNo Alcohol Needed: The Podcast177 | People Pleasing Is Exhausting: How to Stop Living for Everyone ElsePeople pleasing doesn’t usually feel like a problem at first.
It feels like being helpful, generous, and kind. Being easy to be around. Being the one who keeps everything running smoothly.
But over time, it can lead to anxiety, resentment, burnout, and a loss of self.
In this episode of No Alcohol Needed, Julie Miller, Steve Knapp, Mike Coyne, and Amber Fenner unpack how people pleasing actually works, why so many people don’t recognize it in themselves, and what starts to change when you stop organizing your life around other people’s emotio...
2026-01-2659 minNo Alcohol Needed: The Podcast176 | Overcoming Victim Mentality When Life Has Truly Been HardIn this episode of No Alcohol Needed, Julie Miller and Steve Knapp are joined by Christen Miller and Sean Rollinson for a candid, emotionally honest conversation about overcoming victim mentality and what it really means to take responsibility for your thoughts, emotions, and reactions - without blaming yourself or denying real pain.
This is not a surface-level discussion. The group digs into why victim mentality can feel protective, how blame and shame quietly keep people stuck, and why taking responsibility often feels unfair at first - especially if you’ve actually been hurt.
This episode wi...
2026-01-1958 minNo Alcohol Needed: The Podcast176 | Overcoming Victim Mentality When Life Has Truly Been HardIn this episode of No Alcohol Needed, Julie Miller and Steve Knapp are joined by Christen Miller and Sean Rollinson for a candid, emotionally honest conversation about overcoming victim mentality and what it really means to take responsibility for your thoughts, emotions, and reactions - without blaming yourself or denying real pain.
This is not a surface-level discussion. The group digs into why victim mentality can feel protective, how blame and shame quietly keep people stuck, and why taking responsibility often feels unfair at first - especially if you’ve actually been hurt.
This episode wi...
2026-01-1958 minNo Alcohol Needed: The Podcast175 | Facing the Dark Side: Understanding Shame, Triggers, and Shadow WorkMost of us have parts of ourselves we don’t like to look at.
The reactions we regret.
The thoughts we don’t say out loud.
The behaviors driven by shame, fear, or old coping patterns.
In this episode of No Alcohol Needed, Julie Miller and Steve Knapp are joined by Robbie Pike and Matt Shambo for an honest conversation about what it really means to face the “dark side” or shadow self, and why learning to integrate those parts of ourselves is essential for emotional growth.
They’re not trying to make th...
2026-01-1251 minNo Alcohol Needed: The Podcast175 | Facing the Dark Side: Understanding Shame, Triggers, and Shadow WorkMost of us have parts of ourselves we don’t like to look at.
The reactions we regret.
The thoughts we don’t say out loud.
The behaviors driven by shame, fear, or old coping patterns.
In this episode of No Alcohol Needed, Julie Miller and Steve Knapp are joined by Robbie Pike and Matt Shambo for an honest conversation about what it really means to face the “dark side” or shadow self, and why learning to integrate those parts of ourselves is essential for emotional growth.
They’re not trying to make th...
2026-01-1251 minNo Alcohol Needed: The Podcast174 | Healthy Habits for Mental Health That Actually StickWhy routines matter more than motivation in January
January is often when motivation fades and real life settles back in.
In this episode of No Alcohol Needed, Julie Miller and Steve Knapp are joined by Janice Dowd and Kristyna Holler for a grounded, honest conversation about healthy habits for mental health, consistency, and routines that actually support emotional wellness.
This episode is not about perfection, productivity, or rigid morning routines. It’s about the small, repeatable habits that help regulate the nervous system, protect mental health, and create stability during difficult seasons of li...
2026-01-0550 minNo Alcohol Needed: The Podcast174 | Healthy Habits for Mental Health That Actually StickWhy routines matter more than motivation in January
January is often when motivation fades and real life settles back in.
In this episode of No Alcohol Needed, Julie Miller and Steve Knapp are joined by Janice Dowd and Kristyna Holler for a grounded, honest conversation about healthy habits for mental health, consistency, and routines that actually support emotional wellness.
This episode is not about perfection, productivity, or rigid morning routines. It’s about the small, repeatable habits that help regulate the nervous system, protect mental health, and create stability during difficult seasons of li...
2026-01-0550 minNo Alcohol Needed: The Podcast172 | We’re Changing the Way We Talk About SobrietyAfter over three years and 172 episodes, Through the Glass Recovery is officially entering a new chapter.
In this episode, Julie Miller and Steve Knapp share the story behind the podcast rebrand and what’s coming next. Starting in January, the podcast will be known as No Alcohol Needed, with a new tagline that reflects the heart of the work they’ve been doing all along: How to Be Happy - No Alcohol Needed.
This conversation is an honest look at growth, burnout, values, and what happens after you’ve figured out how to stop drinking but st...
2025-12-2226 minNo Alcohol Needed: The Podcast172 | We’re Changing the Way We Talk About SobrietyAfter over three years and 172 episodes, Through the Glass Recovery is officially entering a new chapter.
In this episode, Julie Miller and Steve Knapp share the story behind the podcast rebrand and what’s coming next. Starting in January, the podcast will be known as No Alcohol Needed, with a new tagline that reflects the heart of the work they’ve been doing all along: How to Be Happy - No Alcohol Needed.
This conversation is an honest look at growth, burnout, values, and what happens after you’ve figured out how to stop drinking but st...
2025-12-2226 minNo Alcohol Needed: The Podcast171| Thinking About Trying to Moderate Your Drinking? What We Learned the Hard WayYou know the thought. That thought that sneaks in...
Maybe I can drink again.
Maybe I can keep it under control now.
Maybe just one.
In this episode of Through the Glass Recovery Podcast, Julie Miller and co-host Steve Knapp are joined by Lucy, Brenton, and Bry for an honest conversation about what happens when you try to moderate drinking. Not just in theory, but their actual, lived experience.
They talk about what the moderation voice sounds like, why it’s so convincing, and what actually happened when some of them tr...
2025-12-1554 minNo Alcohol Needed: The Podcast171| Thinking About Trying to Moderate Your Drinking? What We Learned the Hard WayYou know the thought. That thought that sneaks in...
Maybe I can drink again.
Maybe I can keep it under control now.
Maybe just one.
In this episode of Through the Glass Recovery Podcast, Julie Miller and co-host Steve Knapp are joined by Lucy, Brenton, and Bry for an honest conversation about what happens when you try to moderate drinking. Not just in theory, but their actual, lived experience.
They talk about what the moderation voice sounds like, why it’s so convincing, and what actually happened when some of them tr...
2025-12-1554 minNo Alcohol Needed: The Podcast169 | How To Quit Drinking Without Going to AAFor a lot of people, AA is the only recovery path they’ve ever heard of. But what happens when you walk into a meeting and it just doesn’t feel right? What if you tried it, didn’t connect with it, or couldn’t see yourself adopting the identity or structure it requires? On this episode, Julie and Steve sit down with returning guests Alexandra McRobert and Barclay Mullins to talk honestly about how to get sober without AA, what worked for them, and what to do when you need a different path.
In this episode:
What each per...
2025-12-011h 04No Alcohol Needed: The Podcast169 | How To Quit Drinking Without Going to AAFor a lot of people, AA is the only recovery path they’ve ever heard of. But what happens when you walk into a meeting and it just doesn’t feel right? What if you tried it, didn’t connect with it, or couldn’t see yourself adopting the identity or structure it requires? On this episode, Julie and Steve sit down with returning guests Alexandra McRobert and Barclay Mullins to talk honestly about how to get sober without AA, what worked for them, and what to do when you need a different path.
In this episode:
What each per...
2025-12-011h 04No Alcohol Needed: The Podcast165 | Sober Dating 101: What It Looks Like to Date After Alcohol
Dating after giving up alcohol is a whole new world - one that needs you to show up with honesty, self-awareness, and a little bit (or a lot!) of courage. How do you meet people without the bar scene? What if you feel awkward or anxious? And how do you navigate intimacy without dulling the nerves?
In this week’s episode of Through the Glass Recovery Podcast, Julie, Steve, Amber, and Matt open up about the messy, hilarious, and very human experience of dating sober. From rediscovering emotional and physical intimacy to recognizing re...
2025-11-031h 16No Alcohol Needed: The Podcast165 | Sober Dating 101: What It Looks Like to Date After Alcohol
Dating after giving up alcohol is a whole new world - one that needs you to show up with honesty, self-awareness, and a little bit (or a lot!) of courage. How do you meet people without the bar scene? What if you feel awkward or anxious? And how do you navigate intimacy without dulling the nerves?
In this week’s episode of Through the Glass Recovery Podcast, Julie, Steve, Amber, and Matt open up about the messy, hilarious, and very human experience of dating sober. From rediscovering emotional and physical intimacy to recognizing re...
2025-11-031h 16No Alcohol Needed: The Podcast163 | Managing Anxiety After Quitting Drinking
When anxiety sets in, it can feel like there’s no way to escape the spiral - especially if you used to rely on alcohol to take the edge off. In this honest, practical conversation, Julie Miller and Steve Knapp sit down with Nadine, Melissa, and Ryan to talk about what anxiety really feels like in recovery, why it shows up, and how to navigate it without falling back into old coping patterns.
This episode is packed with real life stories and lessons learned, with actionable tools that actually help when your mind wo...
2025-10-2052 minNo Alcohol Needed: The Podcast163 | Managing Anxiety After Quitting Drinking
When anxiety sets in, it can feel like there’s no way to escape the spiral - especially if you used to rely on alcohol to take the edge off. In this honest, practical conversation, Julie Miller and Steve Knapp sit down with Nadine, Melissa, and Ryan to talk about what anxiety really feels like in recovery, why it shows up, and how to navigate it without falling back into old coping patterns.
This episode is packed with real life stories and lessons learned, with actionable tools that actually help when your mind wo...
2025-10-2052 min
Lubricants Live PodcastThe ABN Resource Lubricants Talent Report Podcast with James Moorhouse & Steve KnappSend us a textThe fifth edition of the annual Lubricants Talent Report by ABN Resource is available for free and for you to download from the ABN Resource website.With a record number of participants, the report provides you with deep insight into the key trends impacting the global lubricants workforce. Satisfaction is on the rise, confidence has returned, and resilience to navigate challenges is there. But skills gaps, a disgruntled mid-career workforce, and some noticeable blind spots in the industry are real and require action.James Moorhouse and Steve K...
2025-10-101h 07No Alcohol Needed: The Podcast161 | Sober Travel Hacks: How to Enjoy Your Vacation Without Alcohol
Planning your first trip without alcohol can feel intimidating. Imagining the airport, the activities, the culture might leave you wondering, "Can I even enjoy this?" In this episode, Julie and Steve sit down with Darci, Sarah, and Corina to share their experiences, sprinkled with honest, practical advice for traveling alcohol-free while still having fun, feeling connected, and enjoying every moment - without the hangover or the anxiety.
In this episode:
How to redefine adventure so your sober vacation leaves you feeling connected and fulfilled.
How to plan and prepare for...
2025-10-0654 minNo Alcohol Needed: The Podcast161 | Sober Travel Hacks: How to Enjoy Your Vacation Without Alcohol
Planning your first trip without alcohol can feel intimidating. Imagining the airport, the activities, the culture might leave you wondering, "Can I even enjoy this?" In this episode, Julie and Steve sit down with Darci, Sarah, and Corina to share their experiences, sprinkled with honest, practical advice for traveling alcohol-free while still having fun, feeling connected, and enjoying every moment - without the hangover or the anxiety.
In this episode:
How to redefine adventure so your sober vacation leaves you feeling connected and fulfilled.
How to plan and prepare for...
2025-10-0654 minNo Alcohol Needed: The Podcast160 | What Makes Sobriety Easier? Real Stories & Practical Tips
If you’ve ever wondered, “Why does sobriety feel so hard? Will it ever get easier?” - this is your episode. Julie and Steve sat down with three sober creators (Dave @djsobershorts , Ness @soberinlaketahoe , and Yliana @alcoholfreesoul ) who have walked through the hardest parts of early recovery and found what actually helps. Their honesty, humor, and hard-earned wisdom will remind you that sobriety doesn’t just get easier - it gets better.
In this episode:
The surprising mindset shifts that make sobriety feel less overwhelming
Daily habits that help you stay gro...
2025-09-2941 minNo Alcohol Needed: The Podcast160 | What Makes Sobriety Easier? Real Stories & Practical Tips
If you’ve ever wondered, “Why does sobriety feel so hard? Will it ever get easier?” - this is your episode. Julie and Steve sat down with three sober creators (Dave @djsobershorts , Ness @soberinlaketahoe , and Yliana @alcoholfreesoul ) who have walked through the hardest parts of early recovery and found what actually helps. Their honesty, humor, and hard-earned wisdom will remind you that sobriety doesn’t just get easier - it gets better.
In this episode:
The surprising mindset shifts that make sobriety feel less overwhelming
Daily habits that help you stay gro...
2025-09-2941 minNo Alcohol Needed: The Podcast158 | When Sobriety Feels Flat: Moving Through the Plateau
Early sobriety can feel like a rush of relief and excitement - the infamous “pink cloud” we hear about. But what happens when that high fades and you find yourself feeling flat, restless, or stuck in sobriety? In this honest and powerful conversation, Julie, Steve, Rachael, and Chad dig into the reality of plateaus in recovery, how to recognize them, and what it takes to move through - so you don't end up finding yourself slipping backward instead.
In This Episode
The pink cloud effect - why it feels so good...
2025-09-1537 minNo Alcohol Needed: The Podcast158 | When Sobriety Feels Flat: Moving Through the Plateau
Early sobriety can feel like a rush of relief and excitement - the infamous “pink cloud” we hear about. But what happens when that high fades and you find yourself feeling flat, restless, or stuck in sobriety? In this honest and powerful conversation, Julie, Steve, Rachael, and Chad dig into the reality of plateaus in recovery, how to recognize them, and what it takes to move through - so you don't end up finding yourself slipping backward instead.
In This Episode
The pink cloud effect - why it feels so good...
2025-09-1537 min
The P-I-G: Stories of Life, Love, Loss & LegacyForged in Silence: Steve Knapp on Recovery, Resilience & ConnectionSome stories are forged in silence. For Steve Knapp, the weight of carrying secrets finally gave way to a single act of truth—the night he admitted his drinking and chose to change his life.In this conversation, Steve shares his powerful journey from addiction to recovery and the lessons he’s carried into fatherhood, personal growth, and his work creating safe spaces for connection and honest dialogue — especially around men's mental health — through his podcasts, Through the Glass Recovery and Forged in Silence.With raw honesty and vulnerability, Steve reflects on:The cost of self...
2025-09-101h 17No Alcohol Needed: The Podcast157 | Beyond Just Staying Sober: Enjoy Life After Quitting Drinking
Welcome back to Season Four of Through the Glass Recovery!
We’re kicking off this season with a conversation that gets to the heart of what so many of us wrestle with: how do you actually create a life so full there’s no space left for alcohol?
You’ve probably seen the quotes and memes: “Create a life you don’t want to escape from.” It sounds amazing, but what does that really look like in day-to-day life? How do you start to enjoy life after quitting drinking? In this episode...
2025-09-0842 minNo Alcohol Needed: The Podcast157 | Beyond Just Staying Sober: Enjoy Life After Quitting Drinking
Welcome back to Season Four of Through the Glass Recovery!
We’re kicking off this season with a conversation that gets to the heart of what so many of us wrestle with: how do you actually create a life so full there’s no space left for alcohol?
You’ve probably seen the quotes and memes: “Create a life you don’t want to escape from.” It sounds amazing, but what does that really look like in day-to-day life? How do you start to enjoy life after quitting drinking? In this episode...
2025-09-0842 minNo Alcohol Needed: The Podcast155 | The Hidden Link Between Perfectionism and AddictionWe’re bringing back one of our most popular episodes this week while we get ready to launch brand new content. This conversation about perfectionism and recovery struck a chord with so many of you, and for good reason - it’s real, relatable, and packed with wisdom. Enjoy this re-release, and we’ll be back next week with fresh episodes you won’t want to miss.
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In this powerful episode, our group dives deep into the connection between perfectionism and addiction and how striving to be flawless can sabotage sobriety, self-worth, and emotional healing. J...
2025-08-251h 02No Alcohol Needed: The Podcast155 | The Hidden Link Between Perfectionism and AddictionWe’re bringing back one of our most popular episodes this week while we get ready to launch brand new content. This conversation about perfectionism and recovery struck a chord with so many of you, and for good reason - it’s real, relatable, and packed with wisdom. Enjoy this re-release, and we’ll be back next week with fresh episodes you won’t want to miss.
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In this powerful episode, our group dives deep into the connection between perfectionism and addiction and how striving to be flawless can sabotage sobriety, self-worth, and emotional healing. J...
2025-08-251h 02No Alcohol Needed: The Podcast152 | Impostor Syndrome, Purpose, and the Power of TryingWe’re bringing back one of our all-time favorite episodes this week. If you’ve ever struggled with self doubt or felt uncertain about your purpose, this one’s going to stick with you.
In this conversation, we’re joined by sober motivational speakers Jacob Brown and Martin Lockett, along with the always powerful voice of Through the Glass regular, Molly. Together, we explore how self doubt creeps in, how it holds us back, and how we can move through it with courage, clarity, and community.
You’ll hear stories of facing fear, letting go of old nar...
2025-08-0440 minNo Alcohol Needed: The Podcast152 | Impostor Syndrome, Purpose, and the Power of TryingWe’re bringing back one of our all-time favorite episodes this week. If you’ve ever struggled with self doubt or felt uncertain about your purpose, this one’s going to stick with you.
In this conversation, we’re joined by sober motivational speakers Jacob Brown and Martin Lockett, along with the always powerful voice of Through the Glass regular, Molly. Together, we explore how self doubt creeps in, how it holds us back, and how we can move through it with courage, clarity, and community.
You’ll hear stories of facing fear, letting go of old nar...
2025-08-0440 minNo Alcohol Needed: The Podcast151 | Breaking the Myth: AA Isn’t the Only Way to Get SoberThis week, we’re re-releasing one of our most downloaded and talked-about episodes: What if AA Doesn’t Work for You?
Alcoholics Anonymous is often the first (and sometimes only) option people hear about when they decide to get sober. But while AA has helped many people build lasting recovery, it’s not a one-size-fits-all solution. And if it didn’t work for you - or didn’t feel like quite enough - you’re not alone.
In this conversation, our guests share what led them to AA, what they found there, and why they eventually s...
2025-07-2847 minNo Alcohol Needed: The Podcast151 | Breaking the Myth: AA Isn’t the Only Way to Get SoberThis week, we’re re-releasing one of our most downloaded and talked-about episodes: What if AA Doesn’t Work for You?
Alcoholics Anonymous is often the first (and sometimes only) option people hear about when they decide to get sober. But while AA has helped many people build lasting recovery, it’s not a one-size-fits-all solution. And if it didn’t work for you - or didn’t feel like quite enough - you’re not alone.
In this conversation, our guests share what led them to AA, what they found there, and why they eventually s...
2025-07-2847 minNo Alcohol Needed: The Podcast150 | Eating Disorders and Alcoholism: The Overlapping Struggles We Need to Talk AboutWe’re taking a summer break from recording new episodes, and while we recharge, we’re bringing back some of our most important conversations - like this one.
This week’s episode explores something we don’t talk about enough: the connection between eating disorders and alcohol use disorder. Research shows that up to 50% of people with an eating disorder will also struggle with substance abuse, often as a way to cope with trauma, stress, and deep emotional pain.
In this honest and vulnerable conversation, three brave women share how their disordered eating and alcohol use were...
2025-07-2150 minNo Alcohol Needed: The Podcast150 | Eating Disorders and Alcoholism: The Overlapping Struggles We Need to Talk AboutWe’re taking a summer break from recording new episodes, and while we recharge, we’re bringing back some of our most important conversations - like this one.
This week’s episode explores something we don’t talk about enough: the connection between eating disorders and alcohol use disorder. Research shows that up to 50% of people with an eating disorder will also struggle with substance abuse, often as a way to cope with trauma, stress, and deep emotional pain.
In this honest and vulnerable conversation, three brave women share how their disordered eating and alcohol use were...
2025-07-2150 minNo Alcohol Needed: The PodcastYour First 30 Days Sober: Everything We Wish We KnewWe're continuing our summer re-release schedule with a throwback all the way to Episode 7 from 2022.
This conversation was so good we didn't want to stop, and ended up releasing it as a two part series. If you love the first half (and we know you will) you can find the second half here.
We hope you enjoy it! Make sure you subscribe to Through the Glass Recovery Podcast so you don't miss the rest of our summer re-releases, and the new episodes we've got coming in September.
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Everything we wish s...
2025-06-2325 minNo Alcohol Needed: The PodcastYour First 30 Days Sober: Everything We Wish We KnewWe're continuing our summer re-release schedule with a throwback all the way to Episode 7 from 2022.
This conversation was so good we didn't want to stop, and ended up releasing it as a two part series. If you love the first half (and we know you will) you can find the second half here.
We hope you enjoy it! Make sure you subscribe to Through the Glass Recovery Podcast so you don't miss the rest of our summer re-releases, and the new episodes we've got coming in September.
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Everything we wish s...
2025-06-2325 minNo Alcohol Needed: The PodcastHow to Spot Cross Addiction in Your Sobriety JourneyWe're continuing our summer re-release schedule, where we repost our most popular episodes from the past three years of recording.
In this podcast episode, we dive deep into the hidden challenges of cross addiction and transfer addiction. You’ve worked hard to get sober, but now a new struggle may arise - swapping one addiction for another. Transfer addictions often sneak into our lives without us even realizing it. Stay tuned for a conversation with Daniel, Robbie, and Nadine, where we uncover some cross addictions and talk about how to tackle those, now that alcohol is out of the...
2025-06-1640 minNo Alcohol Needed: The PodcastHow to Spot Cross Addiction in Your Sobriety JourneyWe're continuing our summer re-release schedule, where we repost our most popular episodes from the past three years of recording.
In this podcast episode, we dive deep into the hidden challenges of cross addiction and transfer addiction. You’ve worked hard to get sober, but now a new struggle may arise - swapping one addiction for another. Transfer addictions often sneak into our lives without us even realizing it. Stay tuned for a conversation with Daniel, Robbie, and Nadine, where we uncover some cross addictions and talk about how to tackle those, now that alcohol is out of the...
2025-06-1640 minNo Alcohol Needed: The PodcastLiving With Anxiety in Alcohol-Free LifePeople often say they drink alcohol to calm their anxiety. As we start to understand that alcohol actually contributes to our anxiety, we have to start learning healthy ways to cope with it. It’s not easy. In this episode, we talk with Travis, Antje, and Zoe about how we deal with anxiety in recovery, and we all walk away with some valuable new ideas. We hope you do, too.
“Anxiety is like being nervous, but with teeth.”
Some of the concepts we cover include:
How to stop ruminating
The power in identifying anxiety
Learning to name f...
2025-06-0947 minNo Alcohol Needed: The PodcastLiving With Anxiety in Alcohol-Free LifePeople often say they drink alcohol to calm their anxiety. As we start to understand that alcohol actually contributes to our anxiety, we have to start learning healthy ways to cope with it. It’s not easy. In this episode, we talk with Travis, Antje, and Zoe about how we deal with anxiety in recovery, and we all walk away with some valuable new ideas. We hope you do, too.
“Anxiety is like being nervous, but with teeth.”
Some of the concepts we cover include:
How to stop ruminating
The power in identifying anxiety
Learning to name f...
2025-06-0947 minNo Alcohol Needed: The PodcastHow to Date Without Drinking: Honest Truths About Sober Dating“Dating sober isn’t any easier.”
If you’ve ever dated sober, or intend to start dating sober, this is the episode for you! We turn the show over to five of our friends who are all active in the sober dating world, and give them a chance to tell all. They talk about everything from dealing with getting rejected and breaking up, to recognizing red flags and deal breakers, to the awkwardness of sober intimacy. Listen and laugh with us… and you’ll probably learn some things along the way, too!
Key topics in this episode:
Online dating apps
...
2025-06-0240 minNo Alcohol Needed: The PodcastHow to Date Without Drinking: Honest Truths About Sober Dating“Dating sober isn’t any easier.”
If you’ve ever dated sober, or intend to start dating sober, this is the episode for you! We turn the show over to five of our friends who are all active in the sober dating world, and give them a chance to tell all. They talk about everything from dealing with getting rejected and breaking up, to recognizing red flags and deal breakers, to the awkwardness of sober intimacy. Listen and laugh with us… and you’ll probably learn some things along the way, too!
Key topics in this episode:
Online dating apps
...
2025-06-0240 minNo Alcohol Needed: The PodcastE141: Knowing When to Take a Break
It's just Steve and Julie this week, and we're talking about the past and the future of Through the Glass Recovery Podcast.
We're getting ready to take a summer break - a longer one that usual - and we'll take the time to discuss the evolution of TTG. As we both move down new paths and our own recovery stories continue to evolve, so will the podcast. We'll still be here behind the scenes though, and we'll still keep most of our free and paid resources available.
From our...
2025-05-1936 minNo Alcohol Needed: The PodcastE141: Knowing When to Take a Break
It's just Steve and Julie this week, and we're talking about the past and the future of Through the Glass Recovery Podcast.
We're getting ready to take a summer break - a longer one that usual - and we'll take the time to discuss the evolution of TTG. As we both move down new paths and our own recovery stories continue to evolve, so will the podcast. We'll still be here behind the scenes though, and we'll still keep most of our free and paid resources available.
From our...
2025-05-1936 minNo Alcohol Needed: The PodcastE138: Feeling Insecure When You Get Sober
Feeling insecure when you get sober is completely normal, and even expected. Insecurity is a loud companion in early sobriety, and in life. In this episode, we’re talking about it honestly. So often, when we put down alcohol, we find that we no longer have a way to quiet the inner critic... or in some cases, it fuels the insecurity even more. The key to moving through insecurity is to find ways to do it without the shame and avoidance we used to use. Now we use new tools, new mindsets, and the newfound confidence of so...
2025-04-2842 minNo Alcohol Needed: The PodcastE138: Feeling Insecure When You Get Sober
Feeling insecure when you get sober is completely normal, and even expected. Insecurity is a loud companion in early sobriety, and in life. In this episode, we’re talking about it honestly. So often, when we put down alcohol, we find that we no longer have a way to quiet the inner critic... or in some cases, it fuels the insecurity even more. The key to moving through insecurity is to find ways to do it without the shame and avoidance we used to use. Now we use new tools, new mindsets, and the newfound confidence of so...
2025-04-2842 minNo Alcohol Needed: The PodcastE125: Recovery and Sobriety: The Difference Between Them
We tend to use the words recovery and sobriety interchangeably. Reality is that they are two very different things.
Generally sobriety is defined as not using a mind altering substance. Recovery is doing the healing and processing necessary to remain free of the substance and live a happy and fulfilling life without it.
In this podcast episode, we have invited Steve, Mike, and Will to join us for a conversation about what recovery has looked like in their lives. Recovery looks different for every person, based on their life...
2025-01-2751 minNo Alcohol Needed: The PodcastE125: Recovery and Sobriety: The Difference Between Them
We tend to use the words recovery and sobriety interchangeably. Reality is that they are two very different things.
Generally sobriety is defined as not using a mind altering substance. Recovery is doing the healing and processing necessary to remain free of the substance and live a happy and fulfilling life without it.
In this podcast episode, we have invited Steve, Mike, and Will to join us for a conversation about what recovery has looked like in their lives. Recovery looks different for every person, based on their life...
2025-01-2751 minNo Alcohol Needed: The PodcastE122: How To Curb Alcohol Cravings
Fighting the urge to drink alcohol is exhausting. And exhaustion leads to drinking.
In this episode, we chat with Mary, DeeAnn, and Billie about how to curb alcohol cravings. Whether you're working your way through Dry January and it's turning out to be tougher than you thought, or you're just starting out on a life long sober journey, we're armed with the tools and mindset shifts you need to get through the cravings and urges, take back your power, and gain the strength you need to keep moving forward.
...
2025-01-0658 minNo Alcohol Needed: The PodcastE122: How To Curb Alcohol Cravings
Fighting the urge to drink alcohol is exhausting. And exhaustion leads to drinking.
In this episode, we chat with Mary, DeeAnn, and Billie about how to curb alcohol cravings. Whether you're working your way through Dry January and it's turning out to be tougher than you thought, or you're just starting out on a life long sober journey, we're armed with the tools and mindset shifts you need to get through the cravings and urges, take back your power, and gain the strength you need to keep moving forward.
...
2025-01-0658 minNo Alcohol Needed: The PodcastE109: Relationships and Sobriety: How Recovery Affects Your Family and Friends
In this episode of Through the Glass Recovery Podcast, we take a look into the ripple effects sobriety can have on personal relationships. Often, the road to recovery isn't just about changing your habits—it's about transforming the way you interact with the people closest to you. Whether it's mending broken trust, fostering deeper connections, or navigating difficult conversations, sobriety will profoundly impact your connections. In this episode, you'll hear real-life stories from author Patti Clark and Kerryann, finance professional and student of psychology, who have experienced these shifts firsthand, sharing their insights, struggles, and successes in re...
2024-10-0757 minNo Alcohol Needed: The PodcastE109: Relationships and Sobriety: How Recovery Affects Your Family and Friends
In this episode of Through the Glass Recovery Podcast, we take a look into the ripple effects sobriety can have on personal relationships. Often, the road to recovery isn't just about changing your habits—it's about transforming the way you interact with the people closest to you. Whether it's mending broken trust, fostering deeper connections, or navigating difficult conversations, sobriety will profoundly impact your connections. In this episode, you'll hear real-life stories from author Patti Clark and Kerryann, finance professional and student of psychology, who have experienced these shifts firsthand, sharing their insights, struggles, and successes in re...
2024-10-0757 min
Red Weather ChristiansS4E13: The Good of GoodbyeTo our listeners:
Friends, it is a bittersweet goodbye to Red Weather Christians. Thanks for hanging out, supporting, interacting, and laughing. The new and renewed relationships that have come from this podcast have been the motivation to continue after Season 1, and we are grateful to have made so many connections with people.
Much love,
Jen and Steve
Please, let's keep the conversation going.
j4knapp1@gmail.com, knapptyme@hotmail.com, Insta & X: @jknapp_jk, Facebook: Steve Knapp
2024-07-0829 minNo Alcohol Needed: The PodcastE91: How To Have Sober Fun This Summer
With summer upon us, it seems everyone is wondering is to have sober fun - without missing alcohol! The warm weather seems to bring its own set of triggers. We invited Rich and Shana to join us this week, to talk about how they've learned to not just survive summer, but to truly enjoy it.
In this episode:
How mocktails can still make summer events feel special
Preparation: how to know you're ready for whatever it is you're wanting to do
JOMO - letting others be your reminder for why...
2024-06-0341 minNo Alcohol Needed: The PodcastE91: How To Have Sober Fun This Summer
With summer upon us, it seems everyone is wondering is to have sober fun - without missing alcohol! The warm weather seems to bring its own set of triggers. We invited Rich and Shana to join us this week, to talk about how they've learned to not just survive summer, but to truly enjoy it.
In this episode:
How mocktails can still make summer events feel special
Preparation: how to know you're ready for whatever it is you're wanting to do
JOMO - letting others be your reminder for why...
2024-06-0341 minNo Alcohol Needed: The PodcastE90: Emotional Intelligence and Addiction: Everything You Need To Know
Emotional intelligence (or "EQ") is the ability to perceive, interpret, demonstrate, control, evaluate, and use emotions. Described this way, it's easy to see the link between emotional intelligence and addiction. Dealing with challenging emotions is the number one cause of relapse, and for many of us who struggle with addictive behaviors, we never developed the skillset necessary to cope with these emotions in healthy ways.
We've invited Nick (The People DisPleaser); Mike, founder of Sober Press, and sober author Ginelle to share what they've learned about emotional intelligence. Anyone who is actively in...
2024-05-2744 minNo Alcohol Needed: The PodcastE90: Emotional Intelligence and Addiction: Everything You Need To Know
Emotional intelligence (or "EQ") is the ability to perceive, interpret, demonstrate, control, evaluate, and use emotions. Described this way, it's easy to see the link between emotional intelligence and addiction. Dealing with challenging emotions is the number one cause of relapse, and for many of us who struggle with addictive behaviors, we never developed the skillset necessary to cope with these emotions in healthy ways.
We've invited Nick (The People DisPleaser); Mike, founder of Sober Press, and sober author Ginelle to share what they've learned about emotional intelligence. Anyone who is actively in...
2024-05-2744 minNo Alcohol Needed: The PodcastE89: Cognitive Dissonance and Addiction: Changing the Narratives About Alcohol
When your subconscious, underlying beliefs conflict with what you've learned to be actually true (cognitive dissonance), it becomes very difficult to permanently overcome addiction. But what does that mean? How does it work? And most importantly, how do you fix it?
In this sobriety podcast episode, we've invited Angie B, director of Peer180 RCO in Grand Junction, CO, and Matt, co-creator of The Mocktails Made Us, to share their experiences with rewriting old narratives surrounding alcohol. They share what beliefs they used to carry, and how they've worked to rewrite them, so that...
2024-05-2045 minNo Alcohol Needed: The PodcastE89: Cognitive Dissonance and Addiction: Changing the Narratives About Alcohol
When your subconscious, underlying beliefs conflict with what you've learned to be actually true (cognitive dissonance), it becomes very difficult to permanently overcome addiction. But what does that mean? How does it work? And most importantly, how do you fix it?
In this sobriety podcast episode, we've invited Angie B, director of Peer180 RCO in Grand Junction, CO, and Matt, co-creator of The Mocktails Made Us, to share their experiences with rewriting old narratives surrounding alcohol. They share what beliefs they used to carry, and how they've worked to rewrite them, so that...
2024-05-2045 minNo Alcohol Needed: The PodcastE88: Grief and Alcohol: Navigating Grief in Sobriety
Grief and alcohol don't mix. We all know this... and yet, when grief strikes, it's hard not to want to numb the pain. We get it.
In this sober podcast episode, we gathered some very special people with poignant stories together to share what they've learned about navigating grief sober. Polly has lost not one, but two husbands. Dave's step daughter passed away suddenly last year when he was 8 months sober. And Corina shares about the grief of divorce, along with the grief of losing loved ones.
Listen as...
2024-05-1350 minNo Alcohol Needed: The PodcastE88: Grief and Alcohol: Navigating Grief in Sobriety
Grief and alcohol don't mix. We all know this... and yet, when grief strikes, it's hard not to want to numb the pain. We get it.
In this sober podcast episode, we gathered some very special people with poignant stories together to share what they've learned about navigating grief sober. Polly has lost not one, but two husbands. Dave's step daughter passed away suddenly last year when he was 8 months sober. And Corina shares about the grief of divorce, along with the grief of losing loved ones.
Listen as...
2024-05-1350 minNo Alcohol Needed: The PodcastE83: From Denial to Disclosure: The Importance of Honesty in Recovery From Alcoholism
Honesty is one of those topics that seems pretty simple and clear cut at first, but starts getting a little squirmier the more you dig into it. There's layers there, too. Many of us tend to think we're pretty honest folks, but as we work more and more on our recovery, we start recognizing areas of our lives where we'd actually been quite dishonest... and that's especially true when it comes to being honest with ourselves. We've invited three inspiring people in long term recovery to come chat with us, and reflect on how honesty has played...
2024-04-0851 minNo Alcohol Needed: The PodcastE83: From Denial to Disclosure: The Importance of Honesty in Recovery From Alcoholism
Honesty is one of those topics that seems pretty simple and clear cut at first, but starts getting a little squirmier the more you dig into it. There's layers there, too. Many of us tend to think we're pretty honest folks, but as we work more and more on our recovery, we start recognizing areas of our lives where we'd actually been quite dishonest... and that's especially true when it comes to being honest with ourselves. We've invited three inspiring people in long term recovery to come chat with us, and reflect on how honesty has played...
2024-04-0851 minNo Alcohol Needed: The PodcastE78: How To Build a Sobriety Support Network
If you're feeling alone in your sober journey, if you're wishing you had some extra sobriety support, this sober podcast episode is for you. We've gathered three inspiring women to share with us how they've built a sober support network that works for them. The conversation explains perfectly how no one recovery journey is the same as any other, and how our needs for support in recovery are as unique as our journeys. Listen as we chat with TikToker Taylor, Courtney, author of The One Brought Back , and Through the Glass regular Sherralynn, and discovery many new...
2024-03-0441 minNo Alcohol Needed: The PodcastE78: How To Build a Sobriety Support Network
If you're feeling alone in your sober journey, if you're wishing you had some extra sobriety support, this sober podcast episode is for you. We've gathered three inspiring women to share with us how they've built a sober support network that works for them. The conversation explains perfectly how no one recovery journey is the same as any other, and how our needs for support in recovery are as unique as our journeys. Listen as we chat with TikToker Taylor, Courtney, author of The One Brought Back , and Through the Glass regular Sherralynn, and discovery many new...
2024-03-0441 minNo Alcohol Needed: The PodcastE77: Recognizing the Alcohol Voice: Practical Tips for Managing Cravings and Urges
"The Alcohol Voice was telling me, 'You don't have to feel this way.'"
Urges and cravings to drink alcohol look different for everyone, but most of us can agree on one thing: there's a voice that pipes up inside our head, trying to convince us to drink. That voice sounds a lot like our own, and it gets really creative and tricky, trying to find ways to get you to give in and have the drink you've been working so hard to avoid. It's not unlike the angel on one side and the devil...
2024-02-2642 minNo Alcohol Needed: The PodcastE77: Recognizing the Alcohol Voice: Practical Tips for Managing Cravings and Urges
"The Alcohol Voice was telling me, 'You don't have to feel this way.'"
Urges and cravings to drink alcohol look different for everyone, but most of us can agree on one thing: there's a voice that pipes up inside our head, trying to convince us to drink. That voice sounds a lot like our own, and it gets really creative and tricky, trying to find ways to get you to give in and have the drink you've been working so hard to avoid. It's not unlike the angel on one side and the devil...
2024-02-2642 minNo Alcohol Needed: The PodcastE76: Conflict Resolution: Improving Communication Skills in RecoverySo it turns out, a lot of us were really bad at communicating. And then we got sober, and realized we couldn't just hide from difficult conversations and conflict anymore. We had to actually learn how to handle it. And it started with learning healthy communication skills in recovery. In this podcast episode, we dig into communication, and how to handle conflict effectively, after you get sober. We're joined by Mike, creator of Own Sobriety; Chris, creator of More Than 28; sober influencer Higgy, and our friend Melissa for a conversation about how we've learned healthy communication skills in recovery.
2024-02-1942 minNo Alcohol Needed: The PodcastE76: Conflict Resolution: Improving Communication Skills in RecoverySo it turns out, a lot of us were really bad at communicating. And then we got sober, and realized we couldn't just hide from difficult conversations and conflict anymore. We had to actually learn how to handle it. And it started with learning healthy communication skills in recovery. In this podcast episode, we dig into communication, and how to handle conflict effectively, after you get sober. We're joined by Mike, creator of Own Sobriety; Chris, creator of More Than 28; sober influencer Higgy, and our friend Melissa for a conversation about how we've learned healthy communication skills in recovery.
2024-02-1942 minNo Alcohol Needed: The PodcastE75: Redefining Love: Build Thriving Relationships in Recovery
In this Valentine's Day episode, we invite our guests to share their thoughts on love. We share what we've learned about love and how it affects our relationships in recovery. You'll hear from sober influencer Amber, Jared Blaine - host of the Blaklist Podcast, and sober influencer Jennifer, about how their understanding of love has changed as they've worked on healing and understanding themselves. Each of us walked away with a new understanding of love, and we know you will, too.
"I had this idea that love was giving all of yourself, no matter...
2024-02-1245 minNo Alcohol Needed: The PodcastE75: Redefining Love: Build Thriving Relationships in Recovery
In this Valentine's Day episode, we invite our guests to share their thoughts on love. We share what we've learned about love and how it affects our relationships in recovery. You'll hear from sober influencer Amber, Jared Blaine - host of the Blaklist Podcast, and sober influencer Jennifer, about how their understanding of love has changed as they've worked on healing and understanding themselves. Each of us walked away with a new understanding of love, and we know you will, too.
"I had this idea that love was giving all of yourself, no matter...
2024-02-1245 minNo Alcohol Needed: The PodcastE72: Sobriety vs Recovery - What's the Difference, and Why Should You Care?Sobriety vs. Recovery. You hear the words "sobriety" and "recovery" used interchangeably all the time, but there's a distinct difference, and if you're wanting to live a fulfilling life without alcohol, it's important that you understand what these words mean. In this episode, Steve is joined by Robbie, (host of Golden Hour Adventures podcast), Jon (author of Parables: Musings from an Addict on the Journey Toward Wholeness), Johnny Joy (creator of Sobritree app), and sober influencer Hayley to discuss what recovery has looked like in their lives, and how it differs from being "sober".
"There are...
2024-01-2237 minNo Alcohol Needed: The PodcastE72: Sobriety vs Recovery - What's the Difference, and Why Should You Care?Sobriety vs. Recovery. You hear the words "sobriety" and "recovery" used interchangeably all the time, but there's a distinct difference, and if you're wanting to live a fulfilling life without alcohol, it's important that you understand what these words mean. In this episode, Steve is joined by Robbie, (host of Golden Hour Adventures podcast), Jon (author of Parables: Musings from an Addict on the Journey Toward Wholeness), Johnny Joy (creator of Sobritree app), and sober influencer Hayley to discuss what recovery has looked like in their lives, and how it differs from being "sober".
"There are...
2024-01-2237 minNo Alcohol Needed: The PodcastE66: Living With Regret: How to Cope in Healthy Ways
ng with regret can be exhausting, frustrating, disheartening, and even dangerous. But it can also be motivating and empowering, if you choose to look at it that way. How we learn to live with regret is a choice that we get to make. We can let it fuel our growth and our purpose, or we can let it hold us down forever. Which will you choose?
In this episode, we are joined by author and motivation speaker Martin Lockett, sober podcast host Scott (The Sober Heathen), and sober influencer Chris (IOHO2) to talk...
2023-12-1141 minNo Alcohol Needed: The PodcastE66: Living With Regret: How to Cope in Healthy Ways
ng with regret can be exhausting, frustrating, disheartening, and even dangerous. But it can also be motivating and empowering, if you choose to look at it that way. How we learn to live with regret is a choice that we get to make. We can let it fuel our growth and our purpose, or we can let it hold us down forever. Which will you choose?
In this episode, we are joined by author and motivation speaker Martin Lockett, sober podcast host Scott (The Sober Heathen), and sober influencer Chris (IOHO2) to talk...
2023-12-1141 minNo Alcohol Needed: The PodcastE64: Turn Self-Loathing into Self-Love
The messages we receive from the people in our lives - going all the way back to childhood - shape the way we see ourselves, and unfortunately for a lot of us, that means we find ourselves often facing the challenge of self loathing. We tell ourselves we're not good enough, we're not worthy, we'll never succeed, and that we're failures. Listen as we chat with Greg (Mindbody Matters podcast host), and Instagram influencers Keith and Hali about what self loathing has looked like in our lives, and more importantly, how we've worked through it and learned...
2023-11-2740 minNo Alcohol Needed: The PodcastE64: Turn Self-Loathing into Self-Love
The messages we receive from the people in our lives - going all the way back to childhood - shape the way we see ourselves, and unfortunately for a lot of us, that means we find ourselves often facing the challenge of self loathing. We tell ourselves we're not good enough, we're not worthy, we'll never succeed, and that we're failures. Listen as we chat with Greg (Mindbody Matters podcast host), and Instagram influencers Keith and Hali about what self loathing has looked like in our lives, and more importantly, how we've worked through it and learned...
2023-11-2740 minNo Alcohol Needed: The PodcastE56: Stop Negative Self Talk
Negative self talk is seriously dangerous when it comes to recovery. Whether it's how we talk to ourselves when we're first starting out, or the things we say later as we start rebuilding our lives, we have to learn to quiet the inner critic, and show ourselves kindness. The cycle of negativity will only hold us back from achieving our goals, no matter what they are. It's easier said than done though, to learn how to catch those thoughts and change them. Join us in this podcast episode as we talk with Marc, Dave, and Corinna about...
2023-10-0248 minNo Alcohol Needed: The PodcastE56: Stop Negative Self Talk
Negative self talk is seriously dangerous when it comes to recovery. Whether it's how we talk to ourselves when we're first starting out, or the things we say later as we start rebuilding our lives, we have to learn to quiet the inner critic, and show ourselves kindness. The cycle of negativity will only hold us back from achieving our goals, no matter what they are. It's easier said than done though, to learn how to catch those thoughts and change them. Join us in this podcast episode as we talk with Marc, Dave, and Corinna about...
2023-10-0248 minNo Alcohol Needed: The PodcastE53: Dealing With Stress in Recovery
Dealing with stress in recovery can be one of the most difficult challenges that many people face. In this episode, we're joined by Mike and Bill, hosts of the Sober Not Mature podcast, and Nancy McKay, a certified life coach. Together we talk about some of the stressful situations we've been faced with, and how we learned to move through them now that alcohol is no longer an option. Listen as we share our best tips and advice for handling stress in healthy ways.
"I have the power to change my thoughts about anything."
2023-09-1139 minNo Alcohol Needed: The PodcastE53: Dealing With Stress in Recovery
Dealing with stress in recovery can be one of the most difficult challenges that many people face. In this episode, we're joined by Mike and Bill, hosts of the Sober Not Mature podcast, and Nancy McKay, a certified life coach. Together we talk about some of the stressful situations we've been faced with, and how we learned to move through them now that alcohol is no longer an option. Listen as we share our best tips and advice for handling stress in healthy ways.
"I have the power to change my thoughts about anything."
2023-09-1139 minRed Weather ChristiansSS5: Origin Story Part 5
This is our poolside podcast summer series! It's like a beach read -- for your ears! In this limited series, Jen and Steve tell their origin story, including lots of shout-outs to those people who were around when it all began. Grab your headphones, beach towel, and cold drink; head to the pool; and enjoy!
Let's keep the conversation going! * Instagram & Twitter: jknapp_jk * Email: j4knapp1@gmail.com * Facebook: Steve Knapp
2023-07-0227 minRed Weather ChristiansSS4: Origin Story Part 4
This is our poolside podcast summer series! It's like a beach read -- for your ears! In this limited series, Jen and Steve tell their origin story, including lots of shout-outs to those people who were around when it all began. Grab your headphones, beach towel, and cold drink; head to the pool; and enjoy!
Let's keep the conversation going! * Instagram & Twitter: jknapp_jk * Email: j4knapp1@gmail.com * Facebook: Steve Knapp
2023-07-0228 minRed Weather ChristiansSS3: Origin Story Part 3This is our poolside podcast summer series! It's like a beach read -- for your ears! In this limited series, Jen and Steve tell their origin story, including lots of shout-outs to those people who were around when it all began. Grab your headphones, beach towel, and cold drink; head to the pool; and enjoy!
Let's keep the conversation going! * Instagram & Twitter: jknapp_jk * Email: j4knapp1@gmail.com * Facebook: Steve Knapp
2023-07-0231 minRed Weather ChristiansSS2: Origin Story Part 2This is our poolside podcast summer series! It's like a beach read -- for your ears! In this limited series, Jen and Steve tell their origin story, including lots of shout-outs to those people who were around when it all began. Grab your headphones, beach towel, and cold drink; head to the pool; and enjoy!
Let's keep the conversation going! * Instagram & Twitter: jknapp_jk * Email: j4knapp1@gmail.com * Facebook: Steve Knapp
2023-07-0237 minRed Weather ChristiansSS1: Origin Story Part 1Welcome to our poolside podcast summer series! It's like a beach read -- for your ears! In this limited series, Jen and Steve tell their origin story, including lots of shout-outs to those people who were around when it all began. Grab your headphones, beach towel, and cold drink; head to the pool; and enjoy!
Let's keep the conversation going! * Instagram & Twitter: jknapp_jk * Email: j4knapp1@gmail.com * Facebook: Steve Knapp
2023-07-0233 minNo Alcohol Needed: The PodcastE39: How Loneliness Affects Recovery
In this episode, we talk about the affects that loneliness has on alcholism recovery. We've invited sober influencer Rachael (Addict with Purpose), sober podcast host Scott (The Sober Heathen), and our dear friend Coryn to talk about how loneliness has played a part in both their addiction and their recovery. It seems nearly everyone has struggled with loneliness at times, and while it may look different for each person, we share some very relatable ways to cope.
"I'm not asking for too much, I'm just asking the wrong person."
In this...
2023-06-0545 minRed Weather ChristiansS3E14: The Final EndIt's the last episode of the season and possibly of the podcast, so listen to Jen and Steve talk, again. This time around they focus on what drives, motivates, and inspires people to act. In the tradition of Thomas Aquinas' categories of final ends, discover and, perhaps, understand decisions in a whole new light. Whether it's eating spicy chicken wings for enduring glory or brazil nuts for your health, Jen and Steve talk about why we do what we do.
The Art of Choosing What to Do With Your Life
Four Nuts Once a Month...
2023-02-0742 minNo Alcohol Needed: The PodcastWelcome to Through the Glass Recovery Podcast
In their debut episode, Steve and Julie explain the premise of Through the Glass Recovery Podcast. They share some of their own stories, providing a background for listeners before diving into the content in the official episodes. Find out what to expect, and how Through the Glass Recovery Podcast can help you gain more momentum in your own recovery.
Steve mentions the I Am Sober app and community. More information about the app can be found at iamsober.com
Let us know what you think! Send comments or topic s...
2022-09-2307 min