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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

May 12, 20241h 20m

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

May 5, 20241h 15m

Ep 151Sorry, Not Sorry

On this episode Heather and Donnie discuss the drastic changes they each have experienced around their sex conduct. Episode #151

Apr 29, 20241h 24m

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

Apr 21, 20241h 23m

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

Apr 14, 20241h 10m

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

Apr 7, 202453 min

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

Mar 31, 20241h 9m

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

Mar 24, 20241h 12m

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

Mar 17, 20241h 0m

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

Mar 10, 20241h 11m

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

Mar 3, 202438 min

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

Feb 25, 202439 min

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

Feb 18, 202438 min

Ep 140This Is So Inconvenient

On this episode Heather and Donnie discuss the various aspects of self-sacrifice and personal spiritual growth. Episode #140

Feb 11, 202438 min

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

Feb 5, 202439 min

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

Jan 28, 202438 min

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

Jan 21, 202438 min

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

Jan 14, 202439 min

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

Jan 7, 202438 min

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

Dec 31, 202338 min

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

Dec 24, 202338 min

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

Dec 17, 202339 min

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

Dec 10, 202338 min

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

Dec 3, 202339 min

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

Nov 26, 202339 min

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

Nov 19, 202339 min

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

Nov 13, 202339 min

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

Nov 6, 202339 min

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

Oct 30, 202339 min

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

Oct 23, 202339 min

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

Oct 16, 202339 min

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

Oct 9, 202338 min

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

Oct 2, 202339 min

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

Sep 18, 202339 min

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

Sep 11, 202339 min

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

Sep 4, 202339 min

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

Aug 28, 202339 min

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

Aug 14, 202339 min

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

Aug 7, 202339 min

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

Jul 31, 202339 min

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

Jul 24, 202339 min

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

Jul 17, 202339 min

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

Jul 9, 202339 min

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

Jul 2, 202339 min

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

Jun 25, 202339 min

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

Jun 18, 202338 min

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

Jun 11, 202339 min

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

Jun 4, 202338 min

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

May 28, 202339 min

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

May 21, 202338 min