Triggers and the Drinking Habit Loop

A common concern for alcoholics is how to deal with the things that trigger them to drink. In fact, many relapses happen at the start of a trigger. Familiar environments, people, or events launch a thought in the alcoholic’s brain that says, “let’s deal with...

Hypnotist Terry Stokes Jr. on Limiting Beliefs

A few months ago, Vince and I had the opportunity to see hypnotist, Terry Stokes Jr. perform his comedy show for an audience of alcoholics. In his show, he works the message of recovery into an environment of laughter. In this episode, Terry talks with Vince and...

Gastric Bypass and Alcohol Addiction with Shana

Alcohol Addiction After Gastric Bypass If you have had, are considering having, or have a loved one who is considering having gastric bypass, you will want to listen to this episode. One of the leading difficulties amongst gastric bypass patients is the development of...

Fun with Carol and Anna Part 1

Fun with Carol and Anna Part 1 And boy did we have fun. In this first part, Anna shares her story of recovery, isolation, and connecting with nature. It’s a short episode full of laughter. Highlights in this Episode Include: How alcoholics don’t understand fun without...

Fun With Carol and Anna Part 2

Fun with Carol and Anna Part 2 Gears switch drastically as we continue this episode of “Fun with Carol and Anna” on a more serious note. Carol talks about her multiple addictions, experience with mental institutions, and growing up in a critical home. It’s important...

Roban’s Story and Driving Miss Jeanna

Recovery from Meth Addiction and Childhood Trauma In this episode, Vince meets Roban, Jeanna’s taxi driver from “back in the day”. Roban tells her story of how she was introduced to her drug of choice (meth) and quickly became addicted. She also shares with us how her...