78: Being Fully Resolute vs Partially Committed
A casual “just have a beer” shows how relapse often begins—not with a crisis, but with quiet negotiation. We share a story from a Brazil trip that highlights a key truth in recovery: 100% commitment i...
28 Huhti 10min
77: Addiction in the Digital Age
The hardest addictions to spot are often the ones in our pockets. We discuss how phones, social media, pornography, gaming, and gambling all tap into the same dopamine loop—offering quick relief but o...
2 Maalis 14min
76: Why Smart, Successful People Still Struggle With Addiction
Success can be a quiet trigger. When life improves, it’s easy to think the risk is gone—but that’s often when relapse risk increases. We explain why and share simple, repeatable practices that protect...
24 Helmi 18min
75: If You Want Help, Start with These 3 Truths
The lie that keeps many people stuck in addiction isn’t dramatic—it’s ordinary: “I can manage this.” In this conversation, we unpack three core ideas from AA’s Chapter Five that move recovery from the...
16 Helmi 17min
74: How to Talk to Teens About Drugs and Alcohol Without Pushing Them Away
A father’s tears on his son’s sixteenth birthday spark an honest conversation about raising teens in a culture that normalizes substance use. We talk about gratitude, sobriety, and how a faith-centere...
10 Helmi 20min
73: They’re Not Your Friends--How Drinking and Drug Buddies Hold You Back
What if your loudest friendships were really reinforcing your worst habits—and real connection began when you chose to stand apart? This conversation breaks down the emotional reality of sobriety: why...
2 Helmi 15min
72: Does Talking About Drugs and Alcohol Put Ideas in Kids’ Heads
Think one small decision can’t change everything? We break down how tiny concessions—a beer at a party, a shared pill, a split-second lapse—can stack into life-altering consequences teens never see co...
26 Tammi 14min
71: It Takes a Village-Why Recovery Fails Without the Right Support
The most dangerous part of rescuing someone from addiction isn’t the visible chaos—it’s the unseen pull. We explain why boundaries save lives, how unsupportive relationships can quietly undermine sobr...
19 Tammi 12min
