Sober Sisters Talk

How to Handle Intense Emotions

Fri, 22 Mar 2024 18:57:39 GMT

THE LOST TAPES! Last year we had a few production hiccups while I was in school, and we have located several podcasts that Elizabeth and CeeJay recorded. This one is on how to handle intense emotions like ANGER!!

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Speaker Series - #32

Wed, 27 Dec 2023 19:28:12 GMT

Elizabeth and M.G. are so grateful to D.K. for telling her story for our listeners! Enjoy everyone - lots of great ESH.

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Speaker Series - #31

Fri, 26 May 2023 17:46:17 GMT

We are so grateful to Elayne's sharing her story and her experience, strength and hope!!!

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An Honest Conversation about STD's

Fri, 26 May 2023 02:59:31 GMT

THE LOST TAPES! Last year we had a few production hiccups while I was in school, and we have located several podcasts that Elizabeth and CeeJay recorded. You are in for a very intimate and vulnerable conversation with Althea and Wendy around STD's and their impact on our lives as Sex and Love Addicts.

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Speaker Series - #30

Tue, 02 May 2023 15:36:43 GMT

We are so lucky to hear Margaret's story and her Unmitigated Gall to put BOTH feet in to her program.

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New Zoom Meeting

Wed, 01 Mar 2023 04:08:27 GMT

Everyone! Our Zoom Meeting ID and password has changed. Please email us at sobersisterstalk@gmail.com to get the new information. It starts on March 3, 2023.

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Speaker Series - #29

Wed, 01 Mar 2023 03:55:56 GMT

We are so grateful to Marlene for sharing her story with us all - thank you!!!

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Speaker Series - #28

Mon, 30 Jan 2023 16:22:36 GMT

Elizabeth and M.G. think you are in for a treat with Karen B.'s story - lots of ESH!!!

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Speaker Series - #27

Fri, 30 Dec 2022 00:23:21 GMT

Elizabeth and I are especially glad for you to hear our own Houstonian Amalia tell her story!

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Speaker Series - #26

Wed, 28 Dec 2022 03:24:47 GMT

Elizabeth and M.G. are so grateful to Susan K. for her story and her service!!

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Service!

Thu, 03 Nov 2022 22:48:20 GMT

Click below to go to the registration page for the 2022 New England Intergroup Fall SLAA Workshop THIS WEEKEND November 5! Elizabeth and I will be presenting topics as well.

Thank you Olivia for all your service!!!!

https://slaanei.org/event/fall-gathering-2022

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Speaker Series - #25

Wed, 19 Oct 2022 17:01:28 GMT

Elizabeth and MG are so happy to have SW share her story with us. There is a little background noise, but hang in there, her story is lovely and worth it!

If you love our podcast and would like to donate we have 3 ways!

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THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR YOUR SUPPORT TO KEEP THE PODCAST GOING!!

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Speaker Series - Story #24

Sun, 11 Sep 2022 18:33:21 GMT

We are so lucky to hear Pamela H.'s story. She has a lot of experience, strength and hope to share!

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Speaker Series - Story #23

Sun, 14 Aug 2022 16:58:49 GMT

We are so grateful for Nettie and her story - she is very inspiring and we hope you enjoy her experience, strength and hope as much as we did.

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Learning is not Linear, and...

Sat, 06 Aug 2022 18:41:03 GMT

Elizabeth and M.G. (yes! M.G.) discuss how learning, especially in our program, is not linear. Also how to maintain top line behaviors and maintain a commitment to our recovery!

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Feeling Triggered?

Sun, 26 Jun 2022 16:23:46 GMT

Elizabeth and Ceejay take a deep dive into triggers and how we can transform them from reaction to resource. Help us reach more sober sisters by rating and reviewing us on your favorite podcast platform, or sharing this episode with three people. Thank you!

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Speaker Series #22

Tue, 21 Jun 2022 05:09:29 GMT

Hear Karen G. as she shares her story of what it was like, what happened, and what it's like now two years into sobriety.

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Hearing from Higher Power

Mon, 20 Jun 2022 05:01:08 GMT

Elizabeth and Ceejay welcome Sarah F to talk about ways we've heard from God. (recorded 4.15.22)

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Speaker Series - Story #21

Fri, 17 Jun 2022 06:16:45 GMT

We welcome Eva and her story!

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Intuition Pt 2

Thu, 28 Apr 2022 02:39:52 GMT

Elizabeth and Ceejay welcome sober sister Jessica G-F who shares something remarkable that happened when she followed her gut!

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Intuition Pt 1

Thu, 28 Apr 2022 02:33:40 GMT

Elizabeth and Ceejay talk about the ways we can tap into our recovery super power of intuition.

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Speaker Series - Story #20

Fri, 15 Apr 2022 05:00:10 GMT

Listen to Ashly share her story of recovery from sex and love addiction - what it was like, what happened, and...the best part...what it's like now!

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How to Become a Trans Ally

Sat, 26 Mar 2022 18:19:46 GMT

Eva shares with us her own transition into becoming the Grandparent to a Grandchild who is starting her own transgender journey. It's a process of discovery and change. Eva shows us how to deal with this big change with grace, curiosity and tools of recovery.

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Speaker Series - Story #19

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 02:10:02 GMT

D.A. shares her story of experience, strength and hope in her first two years of S.L.A.A. recovery.

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Anorexia + dating apps

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 02:01:24 GMT

Join Elizabeth and Ceejay for the third installment in our February dating series. Our guest Bridget describes what it's like to want a love partnership yet not pursue one. For more information about sexual and emotional anorexia, take the quiz Am I Anorexic? => https://www.slaa-houston.org/anorexia

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What Do You Take on a Date?

Mon, 21 Feb 2022 04:39:54 GMT

Join Elizabeth and Ceejay for the second installment of our February dating series. Our guest Dina shares her sober dating and relating experiences...so far!

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Is it a Break or Breakup?

Sun, 13 Feb 2022 03:03:52 GMT

Elizabeth and Ceejay talk with our guest about what it looks like to be "on a break" in a committed relationship. Books mentioned in this episode: Crucial Conversations; Complex PTSD From Surviving to Thriving; and Boundaries in Marriage.

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Speaker Series - Story #18

Sun, 23 Jan 2022 00:26:53 GMT

Viviane T. shares her story of experience, strength and hope in long-term recovery. Enjoy!

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Speaker Series - Story #17

Mon, 17 Jan 2022 01:31:10 GMT

Hear Marianne's story of what it used to be like, what happened and what it's like now. We're back after the holidays, and thank you for your patience.

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Speaker Series - Story #16

Thu, 18 Nov 2021 21:34:33 GMT

We are so grateful to Cheree O. for sharing her experience, strength and hope - truly inspiring!

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Get in Shape to Date

Thu, 11 Nov 2021 18:01:42 GMT

Just in time for Singles Day! We welcome Jennifer Champion, creator of Date Shape. She's a matchmaker, recruiter of singles, and so much fun to connect with, whether you are dating like Elizabeth, or not like Ceejay. Find her on Instagram @dateshape or www.dateshape.com

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You're My Everything

Fri, 05 Nov 2021 02:49:29 GMT

Elizabeth and Ceejay take a look at S.L.A.A. sign of recovery #5 "We learn to accept and love ourselves, to take responsibility for our own lives, and to take care of our own needs before involving ourselves with others."

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Five Major Resources

Fri, 29 Oct 2021 20:31:35 GMT

We discuss the five major resources for working any 12 Step program of recovery, and the key of willingness.

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Night at the Movies

Fri, 22 Oct 2021 15:13:14 GMT

Elizabeth and Ceejay go back in time to look at rom coms through the lens of S.L.A.A. recovery. Are these movies fun or a nightmare? You decide!

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Revealing the Authentic Self

Mon, 18 Oct 2021 21:05:41 GMT

Elizabeth and Ceejay discuss how we show up authentically in sobriety and when sex is a way to avoid intimacy.

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Speaker Series - Story #15

Sat, 09 Oct 2021 17:40:03 GMT

We welcome Julie B. and her story of what it was like, what happened and what it's like now!!

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Gifts of the Program

Fri, 24 Sep 2021 01:30:31 GMT

Elizabeth and Ceejay discuss the gifts of recovery.

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Speaker Series - Story #14

Thu, 16 Sep 2021 15:57:03 GMT

We are so grateful to Elizabeth G. for her amazing story!

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Welcome Ceejay

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 15:03:59 GMT

While M.G. returns to school, Ceejay will take over as Co-Host with Elizabeth!

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Speaker Series - Story #13

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 00:14:40 GMT

We are so grateful to Cheryl L. for sharing her story this month - it was so good!

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Change Change Change!

Sun, 15 Aug 2021 18:25:34 GMT

Elizabeth and M.G. discuss changes and how to deal with them soberly.

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Don't Give Up Five Minutes Before the Miracle

Thu, 15 Jul 2021 02:48:52 GMT

Elizabeth and M.G. discuss their circuitous route to the rooms and what it took to get some good long-term sobriety in S.L.A.A.

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Speaker Series - Story #12

Wed, 14 Jul 2021 21:50:02 GMT

We are thrilled to have Jessica G. (a True O.G.) tell her story. Thank you so much!!

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Creating Inner Circles

Sun, 04 Jul 2021 20:11:45 GMT

Elizbeth and M.G. welcome Cheree and discuss how we create inner circles of friends, loved ones and recovery partners to help us on our journeys.

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Speaker Series - Story #11

Sat, 19 Jun 2021 23:24:33 GMT

We are so thrilled to have Jane, an Avoidant, tell her story. Welcome Jane!

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Character Defects or Rigid Preferences?

Fri, 18 Jun 2021 05:11:13 GMT

In the spirit of Step 6, M.G. and Elizabeth discuss whether having preferences that may be rigid are in fact character defects.

Drop the Rock:

https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Drop-the-Rock/Bill-P/9781592851614

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Boundaries, Crosstalk and Traditions

Tue, 08 Jun 2021 04:00:17 GMT

Elizabeth and M.G. talk about cross-talk in meetings as well as boundaries and traditions.

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Being Open to Suggestions

Sat, 22 May 2021 00:15:03 GMT

M.G. and Elizabeth talk about suggestions they have been given and HAVE given to get out of our thought patterns.

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Change Your Story

Sat, 08 May 2021 03:21:26 GMT

Elizabeth and M.G. discuss strategies on how to change your story on just about anything!

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What Blocks us from Joy

Sun, 02 May 2021 04:07:38 GMT

Elizabeth and M.G. discuss questions around What Blocks us from experiencing Joy in our lives.

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Would You Date You?

Tue, 20 Apr 2021 03:58:49 GMT

M.G. and Elizabeth discuss the question "Would you date you?" And they briefly discuss the pamphlet:

"Am I Anorexic? - 50 Questions for Self-Diagnosis"

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Speaker Series - Story #10

Fri, 16 Apr 2021 03:42:20 GMT

We are so proud to welcome Olivia, one of the founding members of S.L.A.A. Her experience, strength and hope show us she is a shining example of recovery!

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Life After Withdrawal

Tue, 13 Apr 2021 16:45:47 GMT

M.G. and Elizabeth discuss a person's question that was posted on their Facebook page.

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How to Reclaim Your Power!

Thu, 08 Apr 2021 22:41:41 GMT

Elizabeth and M.G. talk about reclaiming our power and finding out what works for each of us.

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Welcome Mary!

Fri, 26 Mar 2021 00:59:48 GMT

Elizabeth and M.G. speak to Mary tell her story about getting caught up with her husband's addiction, and how she was able to get free from it, push through her shame and embrace recovery.

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Speaker Series - Story #9

Mon, 15 Mar 2021 15:45:44 GMT

Elizabeth and M.G. are honored to have Ella as our speaker this month!

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Bridget and SLAA HOW

Mon, 15 Mar 2021 15:29:29 GMT

M.G. and Elizabeth are so honored to have Bridget as their guest, talking about the SLAA HOW program. For more information, go here:

https://www.slaauk.org/useful-resources/slaa-how-documents/what-is-slaa-how/

Also, there may be questions about this program as it relates to "regular" SLAA, and this link may be helpful too:

https://slaafws.org/trquestion/howmethodandtraditions

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This Too Shall Pass

Sun, 14 Mar 2021 05:38:46 GMT

Elizabeth and M.G. discuss their experiences around the Great Snowpocalype of 2021 in Texas.

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Speaker Series - Story #8

Fri, 05 Mar 2021 04:32:12 GMT

M.G. and Elizabeth are so proud to have Rita from Canada tell her story. Thank you Rita!

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Emotional Sobriety

Thu, 04 Mar 2021 03:32:56 GMT

M.G. and Elizabeth talk about how we get back to Emotional Sobriety when things move us away from center.

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Slips Versus Relapse

Sat, 06 Feb 2021 19:10:51 GMT

Elizabeth and M.G. discuss the difference between slips and relapses.

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Set Your Intention!

Wed, 03 Feb 2021 16:50:45 GMT

M.G. and Elizabeth discuss an email sent by a listener about their intentions for 2021! Thank you dear listener!!!!

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Speaker Series - Story #7

Thu, 28 Jan 2021 05:14:52 GMT

We are so honored to have Houston's own Ava P.! She has dedicated her life to helping women recover from this disease and we are grateful to her for telling her story.

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Accountability

Tue, 19 Jan 2021 03:31:38 GMT

M.G. and Elizabeth welcome Chanda in their discussion around Accountability.

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Setting Intentions

Tue, 12 Jan 2021 02:35:57 GMT

M.G. Elizabeth discuss how they led lives without intention and how recovery helps us to set our path.

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Speaker Series - Story #6

Fri, 01 Jan 2021 19:42:54 GMT

M.G. shares with us her story of recovery.

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Step 12

Tue, 22 Dec 2020 17:19:58 GMT

M.G. and Elizabeth talk about carrying the message and the great adventure of recovery.

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Warriors in Recovery

Thu, 26 Nov 2020 22:55:52 GMT

M.G. and Elizabeth talk about the courage it takes going into program and how a valiant warrior heart can help.

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Speaker Series - Story #5

Mon, 16 Nov 2020 04:00:53 GMT

Our own dear Elizabeth P. tells her story.

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Distraction and Direction

Thu, 12 Nov 2020 17:22:58 GMT

M.G. and Elizabeth talk about how we deal with fear and other issues in recovery. Distraction and direction are two of the strategies that can be used.

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Recovery can be scary!

Fri, 06 Nov 2020 16:50:24 GMT

For Halloween, 2020, M.G. and Elizabeth discuss how recovery can be scary and hard, but TOTALLY DOABLE!!

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We welcome Kathy Deane

Fri, 06 Nov 2020 05:26:30 GMT

Elizabeth and M.G. talk to long term recovery-writer Kathy Deane and her guide, "The Grid for Humanity".

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Welcome Katy!

Mon, 26 Oct 2020 01:26:04 GMT

Elizabeth and M.G. talk with another Sober Sister, Katy Collins about her journey and path of recovery.

https://sagehealinghouston.com/

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Speaker Series - Story #4

Fri, 16 Oct 2020 15:17:44 GMT

M.G. and Elizabeth welcome Wendy A. who started listening to the podcast and then joined the Friday Night meeting. This is her awesome story.

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Step 10 - Again

Sat, 03 Oct 2020 05:08:37 GMT

Two years ago M.G. and Elizabeth discussed this Step and they do so again this year.

They also want to promote the free Houston Intergroup Virtual Workshop:

PROGRESS NOT PERFECTION. Sign of Recovery 8: We will begin to accept our imperfections and mistakes as part of being human, healing our shame and perfectionism while working on our character defects. This will also be a FREE workshop. Register NOW https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZApdu6hqDgrGd3zSgttaclz-ypl-SuNxOrV After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. We had over 200 registrants for our summer workshop and expect a large number again in October. There will be two keynote speakers, an ask-it basket session, and breakout sessions based on our theme.

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Celebrating Success

Fri, 02 Oct 2020 05:32:09 GMT

Elizabeth and M.G. started this podcast a year and a half ago and celebrate all their episodes and outreach.

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Speaker Series - Story #3

Sun, 20 Sep 2020 23:17:00 GMT

Please join us as we listen to the amazing Alicia A. from Orange County, California.

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Welcome Alicia!

Mon, 14 Sep 2020 03:17:45 GMT

M.G. and Elizabeth welcome Alicia who discusses dating plans and when to have sex.

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Family of Origin versus Family of Choice

Mon, 14 Sep 2020 01:20:26 GMT

Elizabeth talks to M.G. about her biological sister and they discuss the idea of a Family of Choice. Also announced is the Houston SLAA Fall workshop. You can register in a few days by going to the events page here:

https://www.slaa-houston.org/events

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How is Your Addict?

Mon, 31 Aug 2020 05:05:46 GMT

M.G. and Elizabeth discuss their inner addicts and whether they are alive and well.

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Step 8

Fri, 28 Aug 2020 04:45:01 GMT

M.G. and Elizabeth talk about Step 8. Also, check out Joe Elliott - his videos on the steps are SO GOOD!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j02kfXZuDqc

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Speaker Series - Story #2

Fri, 28 Aug 2020 04:01:22 GMT

P.A. tells her story! P.A. really walks the talk of this program and is all about service, service, service!

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Live and Learn

Mon, 17 Aug 2020 03:42:57 GMT

Elizabeth and M.G. talk about learning through experiences they have.

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Singleness of Purpose?

Fri, 07 Aug 2020 00:36:51 GMT

M.G. and Elizabeth discuss the challenges of working several programs at one time.

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Step 7

Thu, 30 Jul 2020 05:34:50 GMT

Elizabeth and M.G. discuss how to work Step 7 and its challenges.

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Gratitude

Mon, 06 Jul 2020 22:00:58 GMT

M.G. and Elizabeth discuss some of the things they are grateful for.

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Triggers!

Sun, 28 Jun 2020 16:00:59 GMT

Elizabeth and M.G. discuss triggers and how trauma creates them.

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Welcome Lucy!

Sat, 20 Jun 2020 16:00:21 GMT

Elizabeth and M.G. welcome Lucy from Philadelphia who talks about her story and recovery program.

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Speaker Series - Story #1

Fri, 12 Jun 2020 23:00:28 GMT

In our new Speaker Series, we plan to have a speaker a month tell their Story. This month we welcome Susan L. who has an amazing program of recovery and who shares her inspirational story.

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Top Line Behaviors

Fri, 12 Jun 2020 22:00:17 GMT

M.G. and Elizabeth discuss radical self care and what that looks like.

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Step Six

Fri, 05 Jun 2020 22:00:21 GMT

Elizabeth and M.G. talk through Step Six and how we become "entirely" ready....

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Having Tolerance

Fri, 29 May 2020 22:00:59 GMT

Elizabeth shares with MG her concerns about dating someone who has a differing political point of view.

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Progress Not Perfection

Fri, 22 May 2020 22:00:00 GMT

Elizabeth and MG discuss a situation around talking about people in the program.

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Inner Child Work

Fri, 08 May 2020 22:00:45 GMT

M.G. and Elizabeth talk about their Inner Child Work and how that has helped in Recovery.

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Welcome Lynette!

Fri, 01 May 2020 22:00:40 GMT

M.G. and Elizabeth speak with the awesome Lynette, who is a retired pastor and OG of recovery. Some of the books she references are:

"Stages of Faith"

"Beyond the 12 Steps"

Also please join us this Friday for a Women's-only SLAA meeting at 6:00 pm:

Meeting ID: 845-6388-2431

PW: 0610

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Hi there,

You are invited to a Zoom meeting.

When: May 8, 2020 05:45 PM Central Time (US and Canada)

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAoceqgpjkuGdX6RAp9nQU7vRSw2lExZF2g

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Passcode is 0610

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Setting Bottom Lines

Fri, 17 Apr 2020 22:00:27 GMT

M.G. and Elizabeth share their thoughts on setting bottom lines. Here is a link to the pamphlet:

https://store.slaafws.org/prod/PAM-017.html

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Life on Life's Terms

Fri, 10 Apr 2020 22:00:53 GMT

M.G. and Elizabeth, still socially distancing, discuss the concept of life on life's terms.

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Slogans!

Fri, 03 Apr 2020 22:00:24 GMT

During the crazy time of the Covid-19 Pandemic, M.G. and Elizabeth talk about slogans that have helped them.

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New Zoom Meeting

Fri, 27 Mar 2020 22:54:32 GMT

Password 011478

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Need to Quarantine with your Qualifier?

Fri, 27 Mar 2020 22:00:15 GMT

M.G. and Elizabeth answer an email from one of their dear listeners.

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FEAR: Real or Imagined?

Fri, 20 Mar 2020 22:00:49 GMT

M.G. and Elizabeth discuss the challenges around the corona virus and strategies for staying centered in recovery.

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Special Announcement

Wed, 18 Mar 2020 20:59:14 GMT

Sober Sisters talk, the podcast, is inviting you to a Zoom 12 step meeting. Because of the world wide inability to gather in groups of more than 10 we want to offer this opportunity to women. You'll need the Zoom app on your phone or platform Zoom.us on your laptop to participate. It's free to join and use. You'll need the meeting id and pass word to join. We’ll begin shortly before 6 p.m. and end at 7 p.m. CST. Please refer questions to sobersisterstalk@gmail.com Below are the credentials needed to join! See you then.

Elizabeth Pudwill and MG

Webinar ID 379-856-439 Webinar Password 456245

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Good Orderly Direction

Fri, 13 Mar 2020 22:00:55 GMT

M.G. shared knowledge from "Living Sober" on how to get into action during trying times.

Here is a link to the spring SLAA workshop:

https://slaa-houston.org/Myfiles/download/11

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Fourth Step Blues

Sat, 29 Feb 2020 08:00:59 GMT

Elizabeth and M.G. answer Vanessa's question about the 4th Step.

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Building Partnerships

Fri, 28 Feb 2020 23:00:26 GMT

M.G. and Elizabeth are so excited to talk with Eva and David and their relationship and how they work their SLAA program in partnership.

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Resources in Recovery

Fri, 21 Feb 2020 23:00:13 GMT

M.G. and Elizabeth talk about the many tools of recovery.

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Happy Valentine's Day 2020!

Fri, 14 Feb 2020 23:00:57 GMT

M.G. and Elizabeth discuss how Valentine's Day can be a trigger-y day for those working an SLAA program and many ways to show ourselves Self-Love during that time. One program sister made a love altar that was a way to honor her program and show herself how special she is!

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Step 2: Came to Believe...

Sun, 09 Feb 2020 21:16:56 GMT

M.G. and Elizabeth talk about Step 2 and share some of their insane behavior and how they were restored to sanity.

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What is your spiritual practice?

Fri, 07 Feb 2020 23:00:09 GMT

Elizabeth and M.G. talk about their spiritual practices that help them keep spiritually fit.

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Step 1 - We admitted we were powerless

Fri, 24 Jan 2020 23:00:51 GMT

M.G. and Elizabeth welcome Chanda who shares her story around Powerlessness and all her amazing tools she uses.

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Don't Be So Defensive

Fri, 10 Jan 2020 23:00:50 GMT

M.G. and Elizabeth go over situations where we may want to defend ourselves, and how that may not be the best strategy.

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Let it Go and Let it In for 2020!

Sun, 05 Jan 2020 20:00:33 GMT

M.G. and Elizabeth talk about what they want to let go of for 2020 and what they want to bring into their lives and recovery.

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Gifts of Recovery and Sobriety

Fri, 20 Dec 2019 23:00:23 GMT

M.G. is back! She and Elizabeth discuss the gifts of the season.

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Step 10

Thu, 05 Dec 2019 23:00:59 GMT

Cheree and Elizabeth discuss how to work a 10th Step in order to clear the air.

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Have a Holiday Plan

Fri, 22 Nov 2019 04:31:13 GMT

Cheree and Elizabeth give great tips for how to handle the Holidays.

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Step 11

Fri, 15 Nov 2019 23:00:07 GMT

M.G. is out sick, so Elizabeth met with Cheree to discuss Step 11.

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Radical Self Care

Fri, 25 Oct 2019 22:00:18 GMT

M.G. and Elizabeth discuss how we sometimes need more than just regular self-care, but radical self-care.

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Striving for Robust Health

Fri, 27 Sep 2019 22:00:03 GMT

M.G. and Elizabeth talk about striving for robust health, around food and other addictive things.

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Step 12

Sun, 15 Sep 2019 16:00:08 GMT

Elizabeth joins M.G. by phone where she is attending a yearly Beach Retreat for women in SLAA.

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Be Kind to Yourself:

Sun, 08 Sep 2019 18:30:19 GMT

M.G. and Elizabeth discuss why taking your sponsor's suggestions are a good thing. In fact, they are a kindness!

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Debtor's Anonymous

Fri, 30 Aug 2019 22:00:21 GMT

M.G. and Elizabeth interview Tania about her Debtor's Anonymous program and all the tools and strategies she has learned.

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Grief and Loss

Fri, 23 Aug 2019 22:00:49 GMT

M.G. and Elizabeth talk about the loss of her dear dog Betty and how to move through grief and loss in a recovered way.

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What do you want?

Fri, 16 Aug 2019 22:00:44 GMT

Elizabeth and M.G. talk about using the great question "What Do You Want" to help turn away from addictive choices or bad feelings.

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Back to Basics

Fri, 09 Aug 2019 22:00:58 GMT

Elizabeth and M.G. discuss how to go over your bottom lines and top lines in times of duress and stress.

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How to Help

Fri, 02 Aug 2019 22:00:03 GMT

M.G. and Elizabeth and discuss how to help themselves and and others.

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How to Fix Other People - LOL

Sun, 28 Jul 2019 16:00:28 GMT

Elizabeth and M.G. welcome Lisa who shares her Experience Strength and hope!

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Why We Want to Blow it Up

Sun, 21 Jul 2019 16:00:50 GMT

M.G. and Elizabeth discuss dealing with hard hard problems and what to do when we want to "blow it up!".

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Half Measures Availed Us Nothing

Sun, 14 Jul 2019 16:30:25 GMT

Elizabeth and M.G. discuss sponsors, sponsees and half measures!

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Independence Day!

Thu, 04 Jul 2019 17:00:47 GMT

Elizabeth and M.G. celebrate freedom from acting out!!

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What to do after a Relapse or Slip

Fri, 28 Jun 2019 22:00:32 GMT

M.G. and Elizabeth speak again with Alice around her dating awarenesses.

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Staying Connected

Fri, 21 Jun 2019 22:00:41 GMT

M.G. and Elizabeth talk about the challenges of staying connected when life gets in the way.

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Happy Birthday M.G.!

Fri, 17 May 2019 22:00:24 GMT

M.G. celebrates 9 years in S.L.A.A. She and Elizabeth discuss her journey and story.

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Steps 4 & 5

Fri, 10 May 2019 22:00:12 GMT

M.G. and Elizabeth share their Experience, Strength and Hope around working Step 4 & 5.

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SLAA HOW

Fri, 26 Apr 2019 22:00:20 GMT

M.G. and Elizabeth welcome Alice who talks about SLAA HOW and dating under this new approach:

https://www.slaauk.org/useful-resources/slaa-how-documents/what-is-slaa-how/

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FEAR!

Fri, 19 Apr 2019 22:00:14 GMT

Elizabeth helps M.G. with a situation that causes her great anxiety.

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A Talk with Dee Gardner-Wilson, LCSW, LCDC, CSAT

Fri, 12 Apr 2019 22:00:49 GMT

M.G. and Elizabeth talk with the amazing therapist, Dee Gardner-Wilson, LCSW, LCDC, CSAT

dee@thecounselingservice.com

https://www.thecounselingservice.com/

Facebook

@gardnercounsels

Narcissistic Abuse and Relationship Community (NARC)

Twitter

#narcissisticabusegroup

Youtube

Author of the “Narcissistic Abuse Recovery Kit”

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/gardner-counseling-services-houston-tx/160356

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Why People Leave Program

Sun, 07 Apr 2019 16:00:11 GMT

M.G. and Elizabeth discuss why people come in and leave program.

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To Thine Own Self Be True

Sun, 31 Mar 2019 20:20:21 GMT

M.G. and Elizabeth welcome Susan Degner who comes to share her experience strength and hope with all of us.

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Step 3: Make a Decision!!

Fri, 22 Mar 2019 22:00:28 GMT

M.G. and Elizabeth discuss the third step and how to work it.

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Acceptance is the Key!

Fri, 15 Mar 2019 23:34:37 GMT

M.G. and Elizabeth discuss "Acceptance" as described in The Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous.

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Sober Dating!

Sat, 09 Mar 2019 01:11:19 GMT

We are so excited to have Dating Coach Darcy Iverson on our podcast today! You can reach her on her webpage:

https://www.darcyiverson.com/

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Happy Valentine's Day!

Thu, 14 Feb 2019 23:00:49 GMT

Elizabeth and M.G. discuss a topic surrounding objectification and why it is so harmful.

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Intuitive Healing with Georgie Holbrook

Fri, 18 Jan 2019 23:00:09 GMT

We are so happy to have as our guest Georgie Holbrook. She is an amazing healer and sister in recovery. This is a long podcast - almost 45 minutes, but Georgie is amazing so just jump in and join us! She leads us in a guided meditation at around 37 minutes.

Here are some links for her:

Her website

Reach her on Facebook

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Pause When Agitated

Fri, 14 Dec 2018 23:00:48 GMT

We welcome our guest Kathy D. who joined us to share her experience strength and hope around Overeater's Anonymous.

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Step 11: How God Speaks Through us and Others

Fri, 30 Nov 2018 23:00:23 GMT

Elizabeth and M.G. discuss how Higher Power speaks to them and through them!

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Anorexia in S.L.A.A.

Sun, 04 Nov 2018 04:12:21 GMT

Elizabeth and M.G. welcome Sandy who shares about Anorexia. You are not alone!

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Never Make Peace with Something That's Trying to Kill You

Fri, 19 Oct 2018 22:00:17 GMT

M.G. and Elizabeth talk about why we need to be tough with our recovery.

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Step 10

Fri, 12 Oct 2018 22:00:05 GMT

Elizabeth and M.G. go over their strategies for doing Step 10 as well as some stories on being nice and how to deal with bullies.

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Happy Joyous and Free

Fri, 05 Oct 2018 22:00:39 GMT

M.G. and Elizabeth discuss their own strategies for being happy, joyous and free.

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Dealing with Assault, the Past and Trauma in Recovery

Fri, 28 Sep 2018 22:00:07 GMT

M.G. and Elizabeth discuss their experiences around blacking out, assault and how we deal with past trauma.

October 22, 2018

Regarding our Podcast on "Dealing with Assault, the Past and Trauma in Recovery":

We apologize if our comments came across as victim-blaming, especially the comment about "if she hadn't had the beer maybe she wouldn't have needed to go to the bathroom (where she was then attacked)". One of our dear listeners pointed out that our focus needs to be on how not to rape women versus not how to get raped and that comments of these types can be damaging. This was not our intent and we regret any harm it may have caused.

Love,

Elizabeth and M.G.

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Our Guest Teresa and the Stories we Make Up

Fri, 21 Sep 2018 22:00:02 GMT

Elizabeth and M.G. welcome Teresa and discuss the Buddhist practice in Refuge Recovery:

https://refugerecovery.org/

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Step 9: Working Through This Step in S.L.A.A.

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 22:00:53 GMT

Elizabeth and M.G. talk about the special circumstances around S.L.A.A.; how to make Living Amends and need for a sponsor.

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Truth Bombs: Giving and Receiving Critical Feedback

Fri, 10 Aug 2018 22:00:55 GMT

Also, the sponsor and sponsee relationship

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Step 8: This is How We Do It

Sat, 04 Aug 2018 04:17:00 GMT

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Self Care - Eliminating Limiting Beliefs

Fri, 27 Jul 2018 22:00:38 GMT

M.G. and Elizabeth discuss limiting beliefs and how examining them can be part of Self-Care.

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Rigorous Honesty

Fri, 20 Jul 2018 22:00:29 GMT

M.G. and Elizabeth talk about rigorous honesty and why it is so important. Tell your story! Either to your group or find a trusted recovery partner.

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Step 0: Getting off the Fence

Fri, 06 Jul 2018 22:00:06 GMT

M.G. and Elizabeth discuss the pamphlet from the SLAA program: WITHDRAWAL: Gateway to Freedom, Hope and Joy.

You can purchase it here:

http://store.slaafws.org/prod/PAM-008.html

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No Contact, Withdrawal and Sobriety

Fri, 22 Jun 2018 22:00:02 GMT

M.G. and Elizabeth chat about terms in S.L.A.A. - withdrawal, "no contact" and other terms of the program. Forgive us if this is rambling and dis-jointed - there were puppies around demanding our attention.

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A Conversation with Ava Profota

Sun, 17 Jun 2018 22:02:00 GMT

M.G. and Elizabeth are thrilled to have Ava Profota as their first guest. Her years of research and experience shine through.

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Family of Origin Episodes!!

Fri, 08 Jun 2018 22:00:20 GMT

Elizabeth and M.G. discuss what they did when a situation arose that created anxiety and pain.

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How to Make An Amends

Sun, 27 May 2018 22:00:28 GMT

And M.G. apologizes for saying "You Know" a lot.

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How do you Celebrate?

Fri, 18 May 2018 22:00:22 GMT

M.G. and Elizabeth discuss celebrating birthdays and milestones as another tool of recovery.

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Food - the Final Frontier

Fri, 11 May 2018 22:00:08 GMT

Elizabeth and M.G. discuss their struggles with food.

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The Turning Point

Sun, 29 Apr 2018 22:00:48 GMT

MG and Elizabeth delve into powerlessness and share their experiences with powerlessness and then where empowerment comes back.

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The Physical Component of Addiction

Sun, 15 Apr 2018 22:15:16 GMT

There is a physical reason why you feel addicted to him/her.

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An Intimate Talk

Thu, 05 Apr 2018 02:30:18 GMT

Elizabeth and M.G. discuss intimacy is not sex, but in sharing who you are and what you are feeling/thinking with your partner, and this is best done prior to having sex. Also, intimacy is established between friends, sponsor, your support group by sharing things that you may fear sharing.

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Recovery is Serious

Thu, 29 Mar 2018 02:23:54 GMT

Elizabeth and M.G. discuss suicide and some tools you can use before you pick up your drug of choice.

If you need prayer support go to:

http://www.unity.org/prayer

1-800-NOW-PRAY (669-7729)

International: 01-816-969-2000

uPray mobile prayer app

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