Real Recovery Talk

In this episode Ben and I discuss with Rod what it was like for him getting sober and why it was so important for him to surrender to the process. Rod shares in detail what the program has done for him and how he is helping the homeless community. If you have any questions you can reach out to [email protected] and [email protected]

In this episode Ben and I discuss how the 12 steps can be incorporated into business and our everyday lives! There are a lot of parallel's when it comes to business and the 12 steps. We believe that you become a better person and a better employess as a result of the steps which is why we believe that the steps should be taught in school! If you have any questions you can reach us at [email protected] and [email protected]

In this episode we have on Alex and Maya (primary therapist at Rock Recovery Center) and we discuss ACOA and what the benefits are from working that program. We get into detail around dysfuntional familes and what are things to look out for within these dynamics. Alex talks in detail how working an ACOA program has given her insight into her past that she never knew existed. If you have any questions you can reach us at [email protected] and [email protected]

In this episode Ben and I have on Rabbi Mark and he discusses his journey of sobriety and what it took for him to finally surrender. We get into a lot of details with AA and some of the history around AA. If you have any questions you can reach us at [email protected] and [email protected]

In this episode I have on Jordan and we have a lot of fun talking about his recovery and what he is up to now! Jordan has been on tour across the world playing drums for different bands all while speading the message of mental health and the ways that we can improve ourselves. He gets into detail about his own mental helath issues and what he has done to recover from those. If you have any questions you can reach us at [email protected] and [email protected]

In this episode, Ben and I have on Reverend Glenn, who shares his story about how he has maintain his sobriety for 39 years! Reverend Glenn is one of those guys that you can just sit back and listen to for hours on end and soak up all the wisdom that he has to offer. I think he will get a lot out of this episoWith understanding what sobriety looks like from an long-term sobriety perspective. If you have any questions you can reach out to us at [email protected], and then at real recoverytalk.com.

In this episode I discuss with you why I believe that people sabotage their sobriety and end up going back out drinking and using drugs. It is unfortunate because people can spend a lot of time trying to get sober only to find themselves going in and out of treatment for years on end letting their lives pass them by. If you have any questions you can reach out at [email protected] and [email protected]

in this episode, Ben and I have on Chris, who comes on the show to discuss his sobriety that he had over the course of eight years and ultimately how he ended up relapsing. He goes into detail about his childhood being brought up and how he ended up becoming addicted to drugs and alcohol. Chris is very open about his relapse and everything that led up to it and also where he is at right now with his recovery. If you have any questions, you can reach us at [email protected] and [email protected]

In this episode Ben and I have on Chris Martinez and Matt Anderson. Chris is the owner of Resilience Recovery which is a program that treats adolescents that struggle with addiction. We get into a lot of detail with topics ranging from what substances they are using, the music they are listening to and what is the proper way to treat them. If you have any questions you can reach us at [email protected] and [email protected]

In this episode Ben and I have a discussion around an article that I found that discusses how they have found that Gen Z are not consuming as much alcohol as millenials. We discuss why we think that is and where we think that things are trending. If you have any questions you can reach out to us at [email protected] and [email protected]

Hey there! We are finally here! We are at step 12 of the program of alcoholics anonymous! This is where we finally get to take other people through the steps and show them what has worked for us! If you have any questions you can reach us at [email protected] and [email protected]

In this episode Ben and I and have Steve and we discuss making progress in our recovery not only within the 12 step program but in every aspect of our lives. We often times see people crushing it in their sobriety and 12 step program but when it comes to their overall health and wellness, that takes a back seat. We believe that it is all encompassing and everything needs to be tended to in order to thrive! If you have and questions you can reach us at [email protected] and [email protected]

In this episode Ben and I discuss what the actual job of a sponsor is! We often times hear people say that they want a sponsor that is going to call them out on their BS but we DO NOT AGREE with that at all! You will be interested to find why we have our opinions around this. If you have any questions you can reach us at [email protected] and [email protected]

In this episode I am glad to say that Ben is back from his trip and we talk a little bit about what he had going on up there in Minnesota. He discusses what it was like to go to meetings up there and how it was different going there with 12 years of sobriety. If you have any questions you can reach us at [email protected] and [email protected]

In this episode, I discuss with you ways in which you can stay motivated when your sobriety just isn't that great. There are going to be points of time in our sobriety when it doesn't seem worth it. I gave you a few items that you can implement today that will help you stay on the track of long lasting recovery. You have to trust that it will be worth it in the long run and it's not going to be easy all the time. If you have any questions, you can reach out to us at [email protected] and [email protected].

In this episode I discuss with you what it looks like when someone first comes home from treatment or is just getting sober. I have a lot of conversations with families and loved ones and they often times dont know what to say or how to act when their loved one returns home from treatment. In this episode I give you some tangible items that you can use for when your loved one does return home! If you have any questions you can reach out at [email protected] and [email protected]

In this episode I discuss with you the importance of sober living and why it is SO important! There are things that we need when getting sober. Structure, community and STRONG recovery being the 3 main points. If you have ANY questions you can reach out to us at [email protected] and [email protected]

Hey everyone! In this episode we continue on with our step study and today we are on Step 11! This is where we can talk to a God of our understanding and also listen to see if we get any feedback! It may not be exactly the way that you think it is! There is a lot to this step so make sure to listen the whole way through! If you have any questions you can reach us at [email protected] and [email protected]

In this episode Ben and I have on Megan and Ariel from Roseway Soberliving for females. Roseway is a great option for those who have completed treatment and are looking for the next steps in their recovery! If you have any questions about your situation you can reach us at [email protected] and [email protected]

In this episode Ben and I discuss whether or not we feel if it is beneficial to work the steps more than one time? There are a lot of differing opinions when it comes to this topic, so we are sharing from our experience and what we think is going to be the most benefial for you in the long run? If you have any questions about your specific situation you can reach us at [email protected] and [email protected]

Are you new to sobriety and dont know what it is all about? In this episode we take a deep dive into what it is like to help someone that is new to the whole "recovery" thing. We have on Erik who has an amazing story and does such a good job at introducing people to a 12 step program, the PROPER way. I think that you will enjoy how he articulates his experiences and how he uses his past to help others today! If you have any questions you can reach us at [email protected] and [email protected]

In this episode Ben and I discuss the topic of AA meetings and why, sometimes, people say that they cant identify with people in AA. There is a lot that goes into this tpoic and it is important that we discuss it. A lot of times people will get turned off of AA based on their very first experience and that is not good! If you have any questions you can reach us at [email protected] and [email protected]

In this episode Ben and I disuss step 10 and what it means to take personal inventory! This is a crucial step and is considered a maintenence step. This is where we get to see a lot of that growth that has been had within us! If you have any questions you can reach us at [email protected] and [email protected]

In this episode we have on Jaclyn who shares with us her story of addiction and recovery. She goes into detail with everything that she had to go thru to get to where she is today. This is a great episode of you have been struggling with taking the first step to changing your life! If you have any questions you can reach us at [email protected] and [email protected]

This episode was so much fun! We had to Ryan and he shares his story about being addicted to substances and where it led him to. Ryan talks openly about the struggles that he has had to go through to get to where he is today! Ryan his found his purpose through paddleboarding and bringing people to love the sport just as much as he does! Yall are going to really enhoy this one! If you have any questions you can reach us at [email protected] and [email protected]

In this episode we get into the amends process! This is where we make theings right with the people that we have wronged! This is a big growth step for people and needs to be done right! If you have any questions you can reach us at [email protected] and [email protected]

In this episode Ben and I discuss both steps 6 and 7. They are very important steps in the process and can not be glanced over! This is a pivotal point in our journey and this is where a lot of change takes place! If you have any questions you can reach us at [email protected] and [email protected]

In this episode, Ben and I have on Eddie. Eddie shares his story about growing up in Philadelphia, and the path that his drug addiction took him down. He then goes into detail as to how he ended up getting sober in the life that his sobriety has given him up to this point. Eddie now has 13 years of continuous sobriety and isn't looking back. If you have any questions, you can reach out to us at [email protected] and [email protected].

As we continue our step study here we are on step 5! This is a big step for people to take and Ben and I talk about our experiences with it and the benefits that we had. If you have any questions you can reach us at [email protected] and [email protected]

In this episode Ben and I discuss some of the mistakes that we have made in our recovery and the mistakes that we see other people make when they are getting sober. We have learned a lot over the years and want to share with you all the things that we have seen so hopefully you dont make the same mistakes! If you have any questions you can reach us at [email protected] and [email protected]

In this episode we discuss step 4 of Alcoholics Anonymous. We discuss what a proper 4th step looks like and where people go wrong when doing this step. Please remember we do not represent AA as a whole and this is from our own experiences. If you have any questions you can reach out to us at [email protected] and [email protected]

In this episode Ben and I get into step 3 and what it means to us. Please remember we do not represent AA as a whole nor any other 12 step program. If you have any questions you can reach us at [email protected] and [email protected]

In this episode I discuss with you the two common things that cause people to relapse. It is ok to have relationship and to want to make money. When it becomes the focal point of our lives is when we can run into trouble. I hope to open your mind to what it looks like having balance in our recovery. If you have questions you can reach out to us at [email protected] and [email protected]

In this episode Ben and I have on Brave who is currently getting ready to transition out of Rock Recovery Center and and head back home to Illinois where he will practice all of the skills that he has learned while here. Brave at one point had 9 years of sobriety and he talks about what happened with him and how he ended up relpsing and ultimately what he did to get back on track. If you have any questions you can reach out to us at [email protected] and [email protected]

In this episode, Ben and I break down step two of Alcoholics Anonymous. We are going to take a deep dive into what it says about step two in the big book of Alcoholics Anonymous and how it is often interpreted by recovering alcoholics. We hope at the end of this episode, you have a better understanding of step two, and how it can help you with long-term sustainable sobriety. If you have any questions about your specific situation, you can reach out to us at [email protected] and [email protected]

In this episode Ben and I have a discussion around AA and how it has helped millions of people around the globe get sober. We take a deep dive into Step One and the menaing behind it. This is part of a series where we will be explaining each step in detail and what it means. If you have any questions you can reach us at [email protected] and [email protected]

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

In this episode we have on Greg who shares his story on how he got clean and sober and what it took for him to finally get there. Greg is very open about his faith and what it has done for him this time around. If you have any questions you can reach us at [email protected] and [email protected]

In this episode we have on two therapists that work here at Rock Recovery Center! Nicole and Maya wanted to come on and share how the have seem families impacted by their addictions and what they can do to help. We often times look over the families and dont focus on what they can do to help themselves. If you have questions you can reach out to us at [email protected] and [email protected]

In this episode we have Nick who is a 19 year old young adult who has a opportunity ahead of him that he has taken advantage of! Nick is well on his way to create a life for himself that will serve him very well in the years to come! You will hear a message of gratitude in this episode and we are thankful to be a part of Nicks journey!

In this episode we have a guest on names Tim! Tim has decided to attend treatment here at Rock Recovery Center in Florida all the way from California! We get into detail about why it took so long for Tim to get sober and ultimately what help him back for so long! We have a great conversation and I know you will anjoy it! Enjoy the Show!