
Relevant Recovery
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Ep 153Identification and Finding the Right Room
On this episode Heather and Donnie discuss identifying as alcoholic or not… and what other 12 step fellowships we may belong to. Episode #153
Ep 152Choosing Purpose Over Pleasure
On this episode Heather and Donnie discuss the choices we face in life, on choosing instant gratification and pleasure versus choosing delayed gratification and purpose. Episode #152
Ep 151Sorry, Not Sorry
On this episode Heather and Donnie discuss the drastic changes they each have experienced around their sex conduct. Episode #151
Ep 150Straight Pepper Diet
On this episode Heather and Donnie discuss relationships and sex conduct. How do I show up in relationships? Am I aware of my own mistakes and motives? How do I treat those closest to me? Episode #150
Ep 149When Fear and Faith Collide!
On this episode Heather and Donnie cover Fear Inventory. We either act in faith, or we act in fear. Self reliance always fails us. How do we learn to choose faith-centered actions? Episode #149
Ep 148The Number One Offender!
On this episode Heather and Donnie discuss resentment inventory. Whether fancied or real, both have the power to kill. Don’t miss this one! Episode#148
Ep 147The 3rd Step Promises!
On this episode Heather and Donnie close out the month of March with the 3rd Step Promises and Prayer. Episode #147
Ep 146Cha Cha Changes!
On this episode Heather and Donnie discuss how to bring about real lasting change through weeding out any deceit or dishonesty in your life. Episode #146
Ep 145Step Three . . . Totality
Donnie and Heather continue their discussion on Step 3. Is change really possible and how does someone “find faith”? Ohh … and TOTALITY solar eclipse or apocalypse? Episode #145
Ep 144Lights! Camera! Action! 3rd Step
Lights, Camera, Action! What role do we play in our own lives and who is in charge? On this episode Heather and Donnie dissect step 3. Episode #144
Ep 143My Weird Wife!!!
Does your partner have annoying habits? Does your spouse have odd idiosyncrasies or personality quirks? On this episode Heather and Donnie lay out their foundation of quirks and how they’ve worked through them. Episode #143
Ep 142Just a Little Patience
On this episode Heather and Donnie talk about patience. In a world where everyone is always in a hurry, we could all use a little more patience. In Recovery patience can make a difference and be a sign of growth in reliance on a power greater than yourself. Episode #142
Ep 141The Cornerstone
On this episode Heather and Donnie discuss the important cornerstone of belief. Do you believe in a power greater than yourself? What are the building blocks of faith? Episode #141
Ep 140This Is So Inconvenient
On this episode Heather and Donnie discuss the various aspects of self-sacrifice and personal spiritual growth. Episode #140
Ep 139Step 2! What's The Big Idea?
On this episode Heather and Donnie continue their monthly series and dive into facts and promises around step two. Episode #139
Ep 138Fran's Story
MHF Alumni Fran drops by the studio to talk about her experiences in seeking treatment for alcoholism and what her life is like today! You don’t wanna miss this one! Episode #138
Ep 137I'm Fine, You're Fine, Everything is Fine!
This week we take a closer look at the second half of step one - unmanageability. Do you think you manage your life well? What aspects of your life could be better? How does improvement come about? Episode #137
Ep 136Insanity... A Deeper Dive
Let’s take a closer look at the No Choice and No Control symptoms of chronic addiction. How do these manifest in our lives? Episode #136
Ep 135Step One... Oh and Doomsday Prepping
On this episode of Relevant Recovery Heather and Donnie dissect the topic of Step One. What does it mean to admit powerlessness over a substance and how do I know if my life is Unmanageable? Oh, and doomsday prepping. Episode #135
Ep 134Infidelity
*Warning, this episode is for adults only* On this episode of R3 Heather and Donnie sit down with special guest Candice to discuss the sensitive topic of infidelity in sobriety. Sobriety is not always about rainbows and unicorns, we make mistakes and we learn from them. Episode #134
Ep 133Holiday Stressors
On this episode of RRR Heather and Donnie discuss how the joy of the Holidays can also bring stress and frustration! What do we do? Episode #133
Ep 132Jordan’s Story and Recovery Day
On this episode of RRR Heather and Donnie meet up with Jordan H to discuss his journey to recovery and the upcoming Recovery Day Event with the Houston Texans! You don’t wanna miss this episode! Episode #132
Ep 131When Love and Tolerance Collide
How do I love people despite their behavior? Ever get drawn into others drama and wonder why you now owe an amends? On this episode of RRR Heather and Donnie discuss how to show love and tolerance towards others while avoiding the drama. Episode #131
Ep 130When Life Gets REAL
On this episode of RRR Heather and Donnie discuss the peaks and valleys of real recovery. When recovery gets real, so does life! Episode #130
Ep 129Gifts -N- Talents
On this episode Heather and Donnie discuss Gifts and Talents. Every individual is given special talents and abilities. It’s important to find yours and use them. Tune in to find out how and why! Episode #129
Ep 128No Monopoly
On this episode Heather and Donnie discuss the idea of multiple paths to spiritual connectivity. Who needs a spiritual path, who doesn’t, and why? Episode #128
Ep 127The Balancing Act
On this episode of RRR Heather and Donnie discuss the difficulty of finding balance in life. How do we find the time for everything and how do we know if our priorities are off? Episode #127
Ep 126Good Intentions
On this episode of RRR, Heather and Donnie discuss the path of "Good Intentions". Awareness is half the battle, but follow through is paramount. Episode #126
Ep 125Spiritual Wack-A-Mole
On this episode of RRR, Heather and Donnie talk about cross addictive behaviors. What happens when one addiction is removed, but self-reliance isn't? Episode #125
Ep 124Let’s Taco Bout Food
On this episode of RRR, Heather and Donnie bite off more than they can chew! We're so egg-cited for you to listen! Episode #124
Ep 123Help with Self
On this episode of RRR, Heather and Donnie dive into the topic of Steps 6 & 7. Have you ever experienced behaviors that you do not want to keep doing, yet find yourself continuing to do? If so, you don't want to miss this one! Episode #123
Ep 122Self Honesty
On this episode of RRR, Heather and Donnie discuss the importance of being honest with yourself, about yourself. Let's break-down some common self-delusions and find some solutions! Episode #122
Ep 121Roadblocks to Recovery
On this episode of RRR, Heather and Donnie discuss the most common roadblocks to recovery and explain the essential element necessary for recovery! Episode #121
Ep 120Jasons Story
On this week's episode of RRR, Heather is busy organizing the universe so Donnie has special guest Jason on the show to discuss his recovery journey from heroin addict and alcoholic to recovered and free! Episode #120
Ep 119Doing the Doing
On this week's episode of RRR, Heather and Donnie discuss what it means to do the doing. How does "doing things that you don't want to do" help us grow? Can exercising muscles of faith grow your spiritual wellbeing? Tune in to find out! Episode #119
Ep 118Personal Responsibilities
On this week's episode, Donnie and Heather discuss what it means to take personal responsibility of our lives and how to implement healthy boundaries based on personal responsibility. Episode #118
Ep 117Cycle of Addiction
On this week's episode of RRR, hosts Heather and Donnie cover the 6 stages in the cycle of addiction. Whether its with drugs, alcohol, sex, shopping, or food. Do you find yourself on this cycle? Episode #117
Ep 116You CAN Teach an Old Dog New Tricks
On this week's episode, Donnie and Heather discuss coping skills, positive or negative ways we regulate our feelings and emotions. Don't miss this show! Episode #116
Ep 115Current Events
On this week's episode of RRR, hosts Heather and Donnie discuss recent news and current events. Did you know 6 out of 10 pressed pills contain a potentially lethal amount of fentanyl? Tune in to lear more! Episode #115
Ep 114A Long Period of Reconstruction
On this week's episode of RRR, hosts Heather and Donnie discuss the period of reconstruction that the sober individual and their family must patiently navigate. Relationships don't repair overnight. Episode #114
Ep 113Technology and Recovery
Hosts Heather & Donnie talk about how advancements in science & technology have altered the recovery community in both positive and negative ways, and how technology will change future generations of recovery communities. Episode #113
Ep 112A Sane and Sound Sex Ideal
Hosts Heather and Donnie discuss a "sane and sound sex ideal". This simple exercise will reveal a lot about how we show up in relationships, what we are attracted to, and why! Episode #112
Ep 111Pour Some Consistency on Me!
Hosts Heather and Donnie dissect the topic of consistency. Sobriety requires a certain level of consistency, and without it, we relapse. Episode #111
Ep 110A Young Heroin Addict Finds Recovery
Host Donnie sits down with special guest Robert J. to discuss his journey from Heroin Addict to Recovered and FREE! Episode 110
Ep 109Addiction and Recovery MYTHS
In this weeks episode of Relevant Recovery Radio: Heather sits down with special guest Alicia P. to discuss common myths people have regarding addiction and recovery! You don't want to miss this one! Episode #109
Ep 108Family Ties
On this week's episode, Donnie and Heather discuss showing up for family as a recovered alcoholic. In our addiction we were of no use to our families. But in our recovery we should be showing up as the son/daughter, brother/sister they deserve. Episode #108
Ep 107Married to an Alcoholic Part 2
On this week's episode Donnie and Heather discuss what to do if you're married to an alcoholic! Part 2 - Episode #107
Ep 106Married to an Alcoholic
On this week's episode, Donnie and Heather discuss what to do if you're married to an alcoholic! Episode #106
Ep 105Staying Sober During Summer Parties
On this week's episode of RRR, Heather and Donnie dive into the topic of staying sober during Summer parties … Sober memorial day, sober 4th of July! Tune in to learn more! Episode #105
Ep 104Suffering from The Human Condition
On this week's episode of RRR, Heather and Donnie discuss the pitfalls of the human condition aka self-reliance. How does self-reliance fail us? What is a better way? Tune in to find out! Episode #104