Genuine Life Recovery with Jodie Stevens

After the Flowers Die - Grief, Alcoholism, Trauma, and Recovery (Episode 87)

After the Flowers Die - Grief, Alcoholism, Trauma, and Recovery (Episode 87)
In this episode I’m joined by Renee Kennedy, author of the book "After the Flowers Die: Encouragement for Walking Through Life After Loss." Renee shares her story of alcoholism, recovery and grief. We discuss how grief and trauma play into addiction; God’s Amazing Grace through addiction, grief, and trauma; how grief transforms our faith; how to help other in times of grief; and how we can support others in their time of grief.

Deep Recovery Talk (& Coffee) with Michelle Vanderstokker - Episode 86

Deep Recovery Talk (& Coffee) with Michelle Vanderstokker - Episode 86
Nothing is left out in the powerful episode! Michelle shares her story of addiction and recovery. We discuss tips for getting and staying sober, God's voice and power in the recovery process; the power of the 12-Steps and how they tie in with scripture; the importance in helping others on the journey of recovery; tips for those new in sobriety; managing life sober; the importance of accountability... and tons more! 

How to Put as Much Effort into your Sobriety as You Did into your Addiction (Episode 85)

If we put as much energy into recovery and success as we did into feeding our addiction we could be unstoppable says Dave Atherton. Dave successfully overcame addiction to heroin, alcohol, and opioid pain medication. He is founder of Atherton New Living coaching program (http://athertonlive.com/) and author of Addiction, Gravity, Love. In this episode Dave shares his story of recovery and we discuss powerful tools and strategies to maximize our potential to beat addiction and live a successful life. 

Life Recovery Skills with Tricia Parido (Episode 84)

Life Recovery Skills with Tricia Parido (Episode 84)
In order to heal, we need the right tools and skills! In this episode we are joined by Tricia Parido. Tricia is a Master Addictions Specialist and founder of Turning Leaves Recovery Life and Wellness Coaching. Tricia will share her journey of trauma, addiction and recovery. We will discuss applying effective recovery tools; emotional intelligence and what it looks like from a recovery perspective; locus of control theory and how it impacts addiction and recovery; the importance of identifying emotions; removing the emotional 'role' we assign to addictive substances and so much more! 

Social Media Addiction (Part 2)

Social Media Addiction (Part 2)
Internet and social media addiction is a real thing. We are back with part 2! Social media marketing expert Kevin Berry joins us again as we talk about social media and body image. We will also dive into social media narcissism and whether or not it is a real thing. You will also learn signs of social media addiction, prevention, and more!  

Social Media Addiction (Part 1)

Social Media Addiction (Part 1)
Internet and social media addiction is a real thing. In part one of this episode we are joined by social media marketing expert Kevin Berry. Join us as we talk about how digital algorithms work to fuel addictions and how to control the algorithms to create the content you want.  We will also cover the emotional and mental health aspects of too much social media consumption.

Addiction, Family & Trauma Part 2 -Family Roles and Treatment in the Addicted Family (Episode 81)

Addiction, Family & Trauma Part 2 -Family Roles and Treatment in the Addicted Family (Episode 81)
We are back with Ed Khouri with the healing ministry Equipping Hearts.com. Ed is an author, teacher, therapist, and public speaker with decades of experience in the field of addictions, trauma, and family issues. In part 2 Ed Shares his story or recovery. We also talk about how addiction impacts the entire family, family roles and coping strategies in the addicted family system, and the importance of family treatment. 

Addiction, Family & Trauma Part 1 - Attachment Disorders and Codependency (Episode 80)

Addiction, Family & Trauma Part 1 - Attachment Disorders and Codependency (Episode 80)
We are joined by Ed Khouri with the healing ministry Equipping Hearts.com. Ed is an author, teacher, therapist, and public speaker with decades of experience in the field of addictions, trauma, and family issues. In part one of this 2-part series, we define codependency and the "4 deadly P’S." We also dig into attachment disorders, the types of attachment disorders, and how they impact our relationships and correlate with addictions later in life .

Teens, Addiction and Substance Abuse-Part 2 (Episode 79)

In part 2 of Teens, Addiction and Substance Abuse with author and addiction counselor Richard Capriola we talk:
Social media and peer pressure
Warning signs your kids may be using drugs
The difference between substance abuse and a substance use disorder
Two things you can do to prevent your kids from using drugs
The number one reason teens don’t talk to parents, and how to change that
What steps parents can take if they suspect their child is using substances or having a psychiatric problem.
 

Teens, Addiction and Substance Abuse-Part 1 (Episode 78)

Teens, Addiction and Substance Abuse-Part 1 (Episode 78)
It may come as no surprise that we are living in the midst of a teenage mental health crisis. In this episode I'm joined by Richard Capriola who is a therapist, substance abuse counselor, and author of the book The Addicted Child: A Parent’s Guide to Adolescent Substance Abuse. In this episode we talk about what often gets missed or overlooked in the assessment of teen addiction or substance abuse and how this can impact their recovery. You will also learn about what drugs teens are using today, what they have access, which substances have increased in use, and how substance abuse is correlated with the current teen mental health crisis. We also discuss the long-term impact of drugs on a teenager's brain and how adolescent substance abuse differs from adult substance abuse. You will also find out what to do if you suspect your teenager is abusing drugs or alcohol.