When trying to fix something that is broken, we often need the right tool for the job. When that thing is a relationship or your emotional well-being, kindness should never be…

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Many people say that the most stressful part of the holidays is spending time with family. Relationships are habitual too, but you can break those negative habits that cause…

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You can understand your reasons for your habit, or “addiction” and stay stuck in it if you are not open to the possibility that you can change your preference and do so happily.

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Many people report that feeling lonely was the most difficult obstacle to overcome when leaving AA or one of the other addiction recovery support groups.

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Are there any benefits to joining an addiction recovery support group when trying to stop or solve an addiction? If you have ever questioned whether or not you need to go to…

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We released Episode 243 with the wrong title and write-up. That episode was a discussion on the inherent problems of making decisions based on fear. In this Episode Mark and…

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Do you believe you are someone who just can’t moderate their substance use, or other behavior or habit? If you believe that you can’t, then you won’t. The truth is…

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Everyone feels overwhelmed at some point in their lives, and some people struggle with this feeling frequently. Mark and Michelle discuss effective strategies to work through…

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Do you feel stuck in a life of utter dissatisfaction? Maybe it feels as if you are perpetually unlucky and your life is always a struggle. Mark and Michelle talk about their…

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How you frame your responsibilities and everyday life activities matters a great deal on how you will feel about yourself and your life overall. Mark and Michelle discuss how…

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Mark and Michelle use The Freedom Model to overcome various behaviors, like smoking and gambling, after leaving 12-step programs.