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Addiction Recovery Strategies for conquering Opioid Addiction, Alcohol Addiction, Prescription Drug Addiction, Meth Addiction, and addiction to any other substances. The Elevation Recovery Podcast's Mission is to help people transcend addiction as well as to rapidly progress the field of addiction and treatment. The Listeners will learn a wide variety of addiction recovery concepts, philosophies, strategies, tactics, tools, and resources. Co-Hosts Chris Scott and Matt Finch of Fit Recovery a ...
Female Gambling Addiction Podcast: I talk with other problem gamblers about the struggles of dealing with this life changing addiction. It's my hope that we can erase the stigma and shame so women will feel safe seeking the help they need without fear of judgment. ❤️ We are all worthy of the hope and healing recovery brings. Host: Christina Sponsored by Gamban. Check out Gamban.com for online gambling blocking software. #gamblingaddiction #problemgambling #recoverypodcast #sobrietypodcast #f ...
Here’s an idea. When you’re a closet alcoholic who’s quit drinking more times than you can count, start a podcast to hold yourself accountable as publicly as possible. Share your struggles, your triumphs, and every lesson you’re learning along the way. While you’re at it, invite others to share their stories of addiction and recovery so that you can learn from them and be reminded: YOU ARE NOT ALONE. Getting sober is just the beginning. Staying sober, and then becoming the person I know I’m ...
The Addict II Athlete podcast is hosted by Coach Blu Robinson, a licensed clinical mental health counselor and substance abuse counselor who has worked in the field since 2001. He is a fantastic public speaker, coach, and therapist who works with many individuals, youth, couples, and families addressing issues like addiction, trauma, communication, parenting, and more. Blu hopes to provide listeners with the skills and game plans for anyone to turn their mess into their message of hope and a ...
Episode 385 - You’re Free Today we have Steve. He is 34, from Boston, MA, and took his last drink on February 18, 2021. Exact Nature: https://exactnature.com/RE 20 Bozeman Retreat Upcoming Courses: AF Photography and AF Mindfulness Service Project Courses: https://www.recoveryelevator.com/cafere/ Bozeman Retreat: https://www.recoveryelevator.com/bo…
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How to Take a Break From Alcohol Without Being Noticed (Ep. 277)
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With the weather getting warmer and more outdoor activities, Chris Scott and Matt Finch discuss how to take a break from drinking alcohol without others noticing or pointing it out. They go over how to navigate uncomfortable conversations and questions from peers and how to hone in those refusal skills to remain sober.…
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Kitty comes on to talk about her Lived Experience Survey and our panel for the NCPG 2022 Conference.
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My friend Kitty Martz who is the Executive Director of Voices of Problem Gambling Recovery in Oregon comes on to talk about her Lived Experience Survey and the (Non-anon/Recovery in the Public Eye) panel we will be doing in Boston next month for the National Council on Problem Gambling 2022 conference. Here is the link for the Lived Experience http…
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RE 384: The Path of Least Resistance
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Episode 384 - The path of least resistance Today we have Matt. He is 40, from Edmonton, Canada, and took his last drink on April 8, 2019. Exact Nature: https://exactnature.com/RE 20 Café RE Chats: https://recoveryelevator.com/cafere/ Highlights from Paul Sobriety is the path of least resistance. Moderation was miserable, and drinking is killing me.…
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Part 2: Optimizing "The Four Nutriments" for Addiction Recovery & Mental Health (Ep. 276)
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This is part 2 of the previous episode. Matt Finch continues his discussion on the four different "nutriments", examples, and healthy versions versus unhealthy versions. By optimizing these, you can also optimize addiction recovery and life in general.By Matt Finch
Today Coach Blu speaks to Jason Clawson, mental health therapist, about the process of healing from grief. Listen as Jason opens a window in his heart as he processes the passing of his wife 3 short years ago. Grief is a natural response to loss. It’s the emotional suffering felt when something or someone you love is taken away. Often, the pain of …
Episode 383 - Clearing space Today we have Phillip. He is 46 and took his last drink on February 28, 2019. Exact Nature: https://exactnature.com/RE 20 Bozeman Retreat: https://www.recoveryelevator.com/cafere/ Early Recovery Podcast Guests: email info@recoveryelevator.com Highlights from Paul It's hard to visualize a sober life when you are still dr…
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Talking about Isolation with Terra from Ambitious Addicts
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Terra and I talk about isolation and how it can play a role in our addiction and can impact our recovery. I'm an introvert and empath so isolation has shown up for me throughout my life. Gambling was a way for me to be social and nonsocial at the same time. Thanks for listening! Podcast sponsored by Gamban: Visit Gamban.com for online gambling bloc…
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Optimizing "The Four Nutriments" for Addiction Recovery & Mental Health (Ep. 275)
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Matt Finch discusses the four different "nutriments", examples, and healthy versions versus unhealthy versions. By optimizing these, you can also optimize addiction recovery and life in general.By Matt Finch
In this week's episode Coach Blu takes a deep dive into recreational cannabis use. What do you think about medical marijuana? Is marijuana use dangerous? Coach Blu discusses an interview conducted by David Letterman that touches on NBA's Kevin Durant's involvement with marijuana dispensaries and his personal use. Coach Blu touches on the harm reduc…
Episode 382– So now what? Today we have Ryan. He is 40, from Denver, and took his last drink on January 7, 2013. Exact Nature: https://exactnature.com/RE 20 Bozeman Retreat: https://www.recoveryelevator.com/cafere/ Highlights from Paul Recovery Elevator Newsletter: https://recoveryelevator.com Paul shares Odette’s wise words, “we can’t be hard on o…
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Recovering From Addiction Using Anti-aging Supplements & Strategies (Ep. 274)
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Chris Scott and Matt Finch discuss anti-aging strategies for addiction recovery. These supplements and nutrients are great for early recovery, long-term recovery, and beyond.By Chris Scott & Matt Finch
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The Ladies of The Broke Girl Society talk Finances and Recovery
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A huge shout out to the fantastic ladies of The Broke Girls Society: Kayo, Julie, Ginny, DJ, Terra and Lindsey for coming on and sharing their experience, strength, and hope with us! Helpful links:https://www.ncpgambling.org/ You can find State and International Resources Herehttps://800gambler.org/https://betterinstitute.com/ (PA Residents)https:/…
In this week's podcast Coach Blu offers help on how to avoid getting caught in a negative mindset. Negative thinking is a thought process where people tend to find the worst in everything or reduce their expectations by considering the worst possible scenarios. This approach can allay disappointment in some situations; but, negative thinking tends …
Episode 381– We are all addicted to something Today we have Amy. She is 39, from Canada, and took her last drink on August 21, 2016 Exact Nature: https://exactnature.com/RE 20 Highlights from Paul Paul talks about a book he is reading called, The Urge. It's about an Indian in the Seneca Tribe named Handsome Lake. He developed a program similar to A…
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One on One With Coach Blu: Adult Harassment and Bullying
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Welcome to our weekly live show, One on One with Coach Blu. Coach Blu is a licensed mental health therapist and certified substance use, disorder counselor. Today's cohost is Addict II Athlete's own Athletic Director, Marisa Robinson. Marissa is a Certified Recreational Therapist. This is an open topic, so by which you, the listener, can participat…
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Getting Better Sleep After Quitting Alcohol (Ep. 273)
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Chris Scott and Matt Finch discuss the relationship between alcohol and sleep patterns, how sleep is affected after quitting an addiction, and how to get better sleep during recovery.By Chris Scott & Matt Finch
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Stay Humble Pray with Kyle Quilausing
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In this week's episode Coach Blu speaks with Kyle Quilausing former drug addict and at one point in time Hawaii's most wanted. Listen as Kyle describes his upbringing as ideal. He describes being brought up by his grandfather with wholesome family values and strong morals and ethics. After his grandfather introduced him to golf at the age of 5, Kyl…
Episode 380– What is Sober? Today we have Shrene. She is 46, from Arizona, and took her last drink on September 10, 2019 AF Photography Class for beginners will start in August. Details to follow. AF Ukelele Course #2 starts in June. Exact Nature: https://exactnature.com/RE 20 Highlights from Paul Paul talks about the word sober. For this podcast, …
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Coach Blu on the Staying Fit ODAAT Podcast
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In this week's episode Coach BLu is a guest on the staying fit one day at a time podcast. Listen as he's interviewed about how he started Addict II AThlete, the things he's learned, and what he hopes to do in the future by spreading hope and recovery and healing through movement. Please join Addict to Athlete’s Patreon support page and help us turn…
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Overcoming Inertia in Addiction (Ep. 272)
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Matt Finch discusses the notion of inertia, which describes unwavering behavior and remaining unchanged. He discusses the relationship between inertia and addiction. Matt provides anecdotal examples from his own life dealing with inertia and how to overcome inertia.By Matt Finch
Episode 379 – Service Today we have Aaron. He is 40, from South Carolina, and took his last drink on September 15, 2021. Jeff was interviewed for the podcast on episodes 104 and 377, has a book out, and is now leading sober travel trips. See links below. Finding Bishop Castle: A Road Trip to Recovery -- https://www.amazon.com/Finding-Bishop-Castle-…
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Life Coach Kristina Dennis - Codependency Recovery
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Kristina Dennis, a Life Coach, Comes on to share her journey of healing and recovery from alcohol and codependency. Now with almost 25 years of recovery herself - she devotes her life and career to helping others navigate the healing process and build a recovery that meets their individual needs. You can reach Kristina here https://kristinadennis.c…
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Losing Weight After Quitting Addiction (Ep. 271)
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Chris Scott and Matt Finch discuss how typically people gain weight after quitting addiction and the reasons this happens. They go over their personal journeys and what ways to combat weight gain worked best for them, along with advice as to what might work best for others.By Chris Scott & Matt Finch
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Don't Give Up Too Soon; with Dr. Paul Jenkins
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If you have ever told yourself that it wasn't worth it, that your ship has sailed, that a old dog cannot learn new tricks, this podcast will help reshape your thinking to assist you in achieving any goal you have wanted to achieve. Listen as Dr. Paul Jenkins and Coach Blu discuss the intricacies of your mindset, the reality by which your thoughts g…
Episode 378 – Finding Grace Today we have Susan. She is 46, from Ohio, and took her last drink on June 14, 2019. Exact Nature: https://exactnature.com/RE 20 Highlights from Odette "Whatever courage got you here is going to take you far." You are brave, and you have courage. Learn to trust yourself. Define far for yourself. The unfolding of healing …
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One on One With Coach Blu: Are We Loosing The Fight?
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Welcome to our weekly live show, One on One with Coach Blu. Coach Blu is a licensed mental health therapist and certified substance use, disorder counselor. Today's cohost is Addict II Athlete's own Athletic Director Marisa Robinson. Marissa is a Certified Recreational Therapist. This is an open topic so by which you the listener can participate by…
In this week's episode Coach Blu offers his thoughts on what he witnessed his athletes accomplish by running the Provo City Half Marathon. Practical tactics to grow your willpower, stop procrastination, focus like a laser, and achieve whatever you set your mind to. He takes a deep dive on following through and finishing what you start. Finishing wh…
Episode 377 – Your favorites Today we have Jeff. He is 47, from the Dominican Republic, and took his last drink on December 4, 2016. Bozeman Retreat: https://www.recoveryelevator.com/bozeman/ Exact Nature: https://exactnature.com/RE 20 Highlights from Paul Listeners provided highlights of some of their favorite episodes of the Recovery Elevator pod…
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My twin sister Michelle makes her debut to talk about my recent NY Post article.
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My twin sister Michelle comes on to talk about the recent article I did for the NY Post and all the nitty gritty details I shared. She will be back for a more in-depth episode in the future for The Broke Girl Society: The Other Side. https://nypost.com/2022/05/06/female-gambling-addict-lost-nearly-500k-before-getting-help/ Helpful links: https://ww…
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One on One With Coach Blu: How to find a good rehab
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Welcome to our weekly live show, One on One with Coach Blu. Coach Blu is a licensed mental health therapist and certified substance use, disorder counselor. Today's cohost is Addict II Athlete's own Athletic Director Marisa Robinson. Marissa is a Certified Recreational Therapist. This is an open topic so by which you the listener can participate by…
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Impulsivity & Its Relationship to Addiction Pt. 2 (Ep. 270)
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In this second part of the episode, Matt Finch continues the discussion on impulsivity and personal stories dealing with this aspect of addiction. He continues to touch on some of the remedies for impulsivity and the other areas of life impulsivity can affect.By Matt Finch
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No Excuses with Ultra Runner Justin Blais
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In this week's episode Coach Blu interviews ultrarunner, Justin Blais. Justin has been a long-time supporter and member of team Addict to Athlete and today he is able to share his experiences of never shortcutting your success to sobriety and keeping your head in the game. Listen as Justin speaks about never allowing yourself to make excuses, being…
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RE 376: You Can be Right or You Can Have Peace Part II
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Episode 376 – You can be right, or you can have peace – Part 2 Today we have Ronda. She is 56, from New Orleans, and sober for 2.5 years. Exact Nature: https://exactnature.com/RE 20 Highlights from Paul We are all human, with faulty machines in the dome. It's okay to be right or want to be right, especially in the moment. Sobriety teaches us that w…
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Step 7 with Terra Carbert from the Amitious Addicts Podcast
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Terra and I are back talking about Recovery Step 7. Listen in as we talk about how this step is meant to help us understand the need to have our shortcomings/character flaws/defects removed to help allow us to keep building a healthy recovery. Helpful links: https://www.ncpgambling.org/ You can find State and International Resources Here https://80…
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Full Video - Recovery Step 7 with Terra Carbert from Ambitious Addicts
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Terra and I are back talking about Recovery Step 7. Listen in as we talk about how this step is meant to help us understand the need to have our short comings/character flaws/defects removed to help allow us to keep building a healthy recovery. Helpful links: https://www.ncpgambling.org/ You can find State and International Resources Here https://8…
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One On One With Coach Blu: It's about Love
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Welcome to our weekly live show, One on One with Coach Blu. Coach Blu is a licensed mental health therapist and certified substance use, disorder counselor. Today's cohost Addict II Athlete's own Athletic Director Marisa Robinson. Marissa is a Certified Recreational Therapist. This is an open topic so by which you the listener can participate by su…
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Recovery Dharma: Buddhist Practices for Addiction Recovery (Ep. 269)
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Matt Finch reads from the book "Recovery Dharma: How to Use Buddhist Practices and Principles to Heal the Suffering of Addiction." The passages help to find freedom from any types of obsessive or habitual behaviors such as alcohol addiction.By Matt Finch
Episode 375 – Decoupling Today we have Amanda. She is 40, from Florida, and took her last drink on March 25, 2019. The Bozeman Retreat has openings for men: https://www.recoveryelevator.com/bozeman/ Exact Nature: https://exactnature.com/RE 20 Highlights from Paul Paul discusses anxiety and decoupling. Paul’s tipping point was in 2017 when his anxie…
On this week's podcast, Coach Blu speaks to Katie Hanke. At one time, Katie weighed 380 pounds, had 26 medical diagnoses, took 50 prescriptions, had chronic depression/anxiety, and struggled with addictive eating, opioid, and alcohol use. Listen as she describes her journey by turning her mess into a powerful message. She is now a mom, nutrition an…
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Dr. Nathan Smith - Kindbridge Research Institute
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Dr. Nathan Smith from the Kindbridge Research Institute walks us through a gambling study done back in 1947. It was fascinating to see how relatable a study from so many years ago could still ring true in behaviors of a gambler today. We also talk about comorbidity (other health/mental conditions) and gambling addiction. Oh, and menstrual cycles, h…
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Impulsivity & Its Relationship to Addiction Pt. 1 (Ep. 268)
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In this first part of the episode, Chris Scott and Matt Finch discuss impulsivity and their personal stories dealing with this aspect of addiction. They touch on some of the remedies for impulsivity and the other areas of life impulsivity can affect.By Chris Scott & Matt Finch
Today Coach Blu speaks with a former police officer and competitive powerlifter Travis Sackett. Listen as they discuss a history of success followed by injury and addiction leading to crime and Travis suffering a traumatic brain injury in 2013, resulting in a total disability designation. Travis also wrote a book entitled My Life with Karma to incr…
Episode 374 – Then go back again Today we have Meegan. She is 37, from Georgia, and took her last drink on April 21, 2019. Exact Nature: https://exactnature.com/RE 20 Highlights from Paul Addiction has the propensity to crack you open. We fight and dig our heels in, but eventually, the Addiction wins. This doesn’t mean you are destined to drink for…
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One on One With Coach Blu: Emotional Changes
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Welcome to our weekly live show, One on One with Coach Blu. Coach Blu is a licensed mental health therapist and certified substance use disorder counselor. Today's cohost is Addict II Athlete's own Athletic Director, Marisa Robinson. Marissa is a Certified Recreational Therapist. This is an open topic, so by which you, the listener, can participate…
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Alcoholics CAN Be Cured – Despite AA (Ep. 267)
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Matt Finch reads from the article "Alcoholics Can Be Cured – Despite A.A." written by Dr. Arthur H. Cain. The article from 1964 goes over how this traditional 12-step program hinders its patients' recovery process, and that it is possible to recovery without the help of A.A.By Matt Finch
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The Game Plan of Life with AIIA Athletic Director; Marissa Robinson
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Today we hear from our own Athletic Director, Marissa Robinson, who was recently a guest on the Staying Fit ODAAT podcast with Miggs. Listen as she describes her own upbringing, how recreation played a significant role in her life, and how she was instrumental in assisting Coach Blu to step out of the darkness and into the light. The very foundatio…
Episode 373– Control and Connection Today we have Chris. She is 46, from Baltimore, and took her last drink on August 28, 2016. Exact Nature: https://exactnature.com/RE 20 Highlights from Paul Paul thanks all the guests who have shared their stories to help us on the path toward sobriety. Paul wants to hear about your favorite episode or the value …
Gail from Canada comes on to share her strength, wisdom, and hope with us. I'm always so inspired by these stories and the vulnerability it takes to talk about our past with addiction and the hope we hear when they talk about the amazing changes in their lives from recovery.There is hope and there is help! Helpful links:https://www.ncpgambling.org/…
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Boosting Your Way OUT of Fatigue & Depression (Ep. 266)
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Now that winter has ended and springtime is here, Chris Scott and Matt Finch discuss the ways in which the weather affects us. They also go over the different strategies to help you get out of the fatigue and depression from winter.By Chris Scott & Matt Finch
