Harm reduction can be quite a controversial topic. However, in this episode I explain harm reduction in the role of someone in recovery. People's recovery can look different, however, abstinence is generally encouraged in all recovery. My opinions are strong and may be disagreed with by some but that's ok. Hopefully this episode will be a teacher of why harm reduction is seldom a solution to staying sober and living a long life in recovery. Take a listen, gain knowledge and spread the news!

In today's episode Paul with speak his truth and where that truth has taken him. Paul is a unique teacher who believes all addictions are about the pain of a Mistaken Identity which he writes about in his book called Mistaken Identity: A Sacred Journey From Addiction To Awakening. The solution is knowing our innate truth through an awakening of consciousness. His Raw, intimate sharing of his experiences restores hope for many in the grips of addiction. Paul is a person of long term recovery and it's a true miracle that he not only survived but is now thriving & giving back. Paul Noiles Awakening / Recovery Coach (facebook.com)

On today's episode Hilary shares her long battle with addiction from alcohol. She has been sober and is living a life of recovery beyond her wildest dreams since February 21, 2022. Hilary has experienced loss, faced judgment and battled physical ailments due to her alcoholism that most wouldn't make it through. But since getting sober she has rallied back like the strong soldier she is. Today, she is grateful for her experience and wears it like a badge of honor and isn't afraid to share her incredible story.

On today's episode Suzy shares with us her experience, strength and hope in battling alcoholism. Not only her battle but also her win. (Just for today) Suzy has been sober since July 09, 2012. She also talks about it not always being easy, but so very worth it. She is grateful that those days are behind her and that she can face each new day just as that. A new day to be of service while sponsoring other women who want what she has. Suzy also isn't afraid to call people out on their "crap" so they will see that they belong in the amazing rooms of AA. She is a grateful alcoholic in recovery.

On today's episode the super awesome Amber shares her hope story and her journey into recovery from addiction. Amber has been sober since November 5th, 2018. Amber will talk about how she suffers from "moreism" and how she thought she knew everything but in actuality knew nothing. In her recovery, remaining teachable has led to her success of keeping it real, 1 day at a time. Amber went from living in the "quick fix" world of drugging and drinking to relying on her higher power and helping others into the beautiful world of recovery. Mind, body and soul!!

On today's episode my good friend Bart H. talks of his recovery journey from the man's perspective. Bart has been clean and sober since March 26, 2021. It wasn't without a whole lot of life experience and some addictions treatment where he got sober and landed at the doors of AA. He's come a long way from feeling kinda meh about the whole thing, to today living 1 day at a time and loving life to the fullest. Happy, joyous and free!!