Recovery Matters! Podcast

By: Don Smith Phillip Valentine Sandy Valentine Melvin Cabrera
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  • Summary

  • A podcast from one of the nation's original Recovery Community Organizations - CCAR. CCAR envisions a world where the power, hope, and healing of Recovery from addiction is thoroughly understood and embraced. We invite guests from all areas of the Recovery Movement to explore the concept of recovery with us, share their stories, and have real discussions that move us toward that world which we envision.
    2023 - Recovery Matters Podcast - Connecticut Community for Addiction Recovery
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Episodes
  • TODAY Is A GREAT Day To Be In Recovery!

    TODAY Is A GREAT Day To Be In Recovery!
    Oct 15 2024
    Connell shares his transformative journey on the Recovery Matters podcast, revealing how he overcame alcoholism that disrupted his marriage and career. Raised in Connecticut by a resilient single mom, he found initial recovery through a Florida rehab but faced relapses before fully committing to the process. With the support of AA and the recovery community, Connell embraced a life of integrity and self-care, ultimately becoming a dedicated father, uncle, and recovery coach. He discusses the importance of patience, meeting people where they are, and maintaining honesty. Connell highlights his personal growth, his commitment to helping others, and the fulfilling life he leads today thanks to his unwavering dedication to sobriety. 00:00 Introduction and Host Background 00:22 Early Life and Family Struggles 01:07 Descent into Addiction 02:41 Seeking Help and First Rehab Experience 04:10 Challenges in Recovery 05:44 Relapse and Realization 06:26 Returning to Recovery 07:01 Living with Integrity 08:42 Building Positive Relationships 09:25 Helping Others in Recovery 10:41 Consistency and Availability 11:40 Financial Responsibility and Gratitude 12:31 Concluding Thoughts on Recovery
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    13 mins
  • Losing It All: Jillian’s Fight to Rebuild After Addiction Took Her Children

    Losing It All: Jillian’s Fight to Rebuild After Addiction Took Her Children
    Oct 8 2024
    Jillian, a recovery coach at CCAR, shares her inspiring journey to long-term sobriety. With a clean day since February 23rd, 2021, she describes her path from battling addiction, experiencing homelessness, and losing custody of her children to embracing recovery and finding purpose as a coach. She highlights the importance of treatment, healing past traumas, and the pivotal moment she decided to change her life. Working first at Planet Fitness and then at a private treatment center, she found her calling in helping others, particularly those in situations similar to hers. Jillian emphasizes the need for support resources, particularly for mothers, and encourages those struggling to seek help before it's too late. 00:00 Introduction and Host Background 00:15 Guest Introduction and Recovery Journey 00:29 Becoming a Recovery Coach 00:52 Early Recovery Challenges 04:09 Treatment and Sober Living 06:25 Struggles and Turning Points 12:07 Rebuilding Life and Relationships 26:56 Current Life and Reflections 29:58 Advice for Those Struggling
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    31 mins
  • Escaping the Grip of Crack

    Escaping the Grip of Crack
    Oct 1 2024
    Julio discusses the challenges he faced, including a relapse after a previous seven-year sobriety streak. He candidly talks about staying away from triggering environments, the impact of his addiction on family relationships, and his transformative experiences in rehabilitation. Julio sheds light on the emotional toll of addiction, including losing loved ones and dealing with a violent upbringing. 00:00 Introduction and Personal Stories 00:32 Overcoming Relapse and Strategies for Staying Clean 01:10 Challenges and Support Systems in Recovery 02:00 Family Dynamics and Personal Struggles 02:34 Homelessness and the Path to Detox 03:55 Rehabilitation and Self-Reflection 05:25 Building Relationships and Trust in Recovery 11:06 Faith and Spiritual Growth 12:20 Early Life and Introduction to Substance Use 16:25 Realizing the Depth of Addiction 19:03 A Dangerous Encounter 20:47 Joining the Gang 22:31 First Steps to Recovery 23:56 A Life-Changing Event 24:24 Struggles with Addiction 25:50 Embracing Recovery 28:45 The Importance of Support 35:54 Words of Wisdom
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    37 mins

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