Contact Dana: contact@restoreofada.com

Book recommendation: The Bible

Best Advice: "Live every day until the day youdie."

Song that symbolizes recovery: Amazing Grace

Resources: Restore of Ada - https://restoreofada.com/

Biofeedback and Counseling, Inc - https://www.biofeedbackada.com/

In this episode of The Way Out Podcast, host Jason welcomesDana Hargus, a seasoned mental health therapist with over 25 years ofexperience. Dana shares her journey into the recovery community, emphasizingher role in helping individuals who have recently completed rehab. Shediscusses the importance of supporting clients as they navigate thecomplexities of rebuilding their lives after addiction, highlighting thechallenges they face even after achieving sobriety. Dana's passion for her workshines through as she describes the rewarding experience of witnessing clientsreestablish relationships and regain control over their lives.

Dana also introduces her innovative approach to therapy,which includes biofeedback and neurofeedback techniques. She explains how thesemethods help clients understand and regulate their brain functions, ultimatelyleading to improved mental health outcomes. Throughout the conversation, Danaemphasizes the importance of hope and the belief that recovery is a journeythat requires ongoing effort and support. Her insights into the limitations oftraditional treatment models and the potential of her methods provide a freshperspective on mental health and recovery.

Takeaways

"Recovery is being able to find your bestlife despite where you've been."

"The reason people do addictive things isto meet a need they can't find another way to meet."

"There is always hope. You didn't get herein one day and you won't get out of here in one day, but do not give up."

"If we change things about our body, wechange things about our brain over the long haul."

"You have to start adding stuff because yougot here because of what was added to the left side of thisteeter-totter."

Don’t forget to check out “The Way Out Playlist” availableonly on Spotify. Curated by all our wonderful guests on the podcast!

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Recovery literature (quit-lit) recommendation: Living Sober- https://www.aa.org/living-sober-book

Best piece of Recovery advice: We don’t have to takeourselves so seriously all the time

Song that symbolizes Recovery to Marie:

Somewhere Over the Rainbow - https://youtu.be/PSZxmZmBfnU

Takeaways

• Marie has been sober since September 6, 1983, marking over 42 years of recovery.
• She emphasizes the importance of community and service in recovery.
• Marie believes in keeping recovery simple and accessible.
• Literature, especially 'Living Sober', has been crucial in her recovery journey.
• She highlights the significance of understanding family dynamics in recovery.
• Marie advocates for kindness and non-judgment in helping others.
• She stresses the importance of self-care and health in recovery.
• Marie shares her experience of coping with grief after losing her son.
• Humor and lightness are essential in navigating recovery challenges.
• Marie encourages others to take what works for them and leave the rest.

Summary

In this episode of The Way Out Podcast, Marie Elden sharesher inspiring journey of recovery, which began on September 6, 1983. With over42 years of sobriety, Marie emphasizes the importance of community, service,and literature in the recovery process. She discusses her early life, thecultural transition to the United States, and the impact of alcoholism on herfamily dynamics. Marie highlights the significance of keeping recovery simple,the role of humor in navigating challenges, and the importance of self-care.Through her experiences, she offers valuable insights on coping with grief, theimportance of kindness, and the need for non-judgment in helping others.Marie's story is a testament to resilience and the power of recovery.

Don’t forget to check out “The Way Out Playlist” available onlyon Spotify. Curated by all our wonderful guests on the podcast!

https://open.spotify.com?episode/07lvzwUq1L6VQGnZuH6OLz?si=3eyd3PxVRWCKz4pTurLcmA

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Recovery literature (quit-lit) recommendations:

Diana: Anything by Melody Beatie - https://www.melodybeattie.com/books/

Chris: Big Book - https://www.aa.org/the-big-book

Best pieces of Recovery advice:

Chris - Hit your knees and say please and thank you

Diana - Do you want to be happy or do you want to be right, W.A.I.T- Why Am I Talking?

Songs that symbolize Recovery:

Diana - That Wasn't Me by Brandi Carlisle - https://youtu.be/cNmo8I4dEQE?si=BvUxQJkB897H3lN1

Chris - Hurt by Johnny Cash - https://youtu.be/8AHCfZTRGiI?si=TQnUr1IYK6iIK5iN

Summary

In this episode of The Way Out Podcast, hosts Chris andDiana Albrecht share their personal recovery journeys, discussing theimportance of community, family dynamics, and the impact of trauma onaddiction. They delve into the significance of the 311 retreat, atransformative experience designed to foster connection and healing amongindividuals in recovery. The conversation highlights the essence of recovery,the role of spirituality, and the tools necessary for maintaining sobriety.Chris and Diana also provide insights into their family backgrounds and howthese experiences shaped their paths to recovery, emphasizing the need forself-compassion and understanding in the healing process.

Takeaways

Recovery is about experiencing a sense of peace, notmaterial gains.

Connection is the antidote to addiction and isolation is atrauma response.

The 311 retreat offers a unique experience for individualsin recovery.

Community plays a crucial role in the recovery process.

Family dynamics can significantly impact one's recoveryjourney.

Understanding trauma is essential for sustainable recovery.

Spiritual solutions are vital for filling the void left byaddiction.

The program provides tools for better communication andrelationships.

Self-compassion is necessary for healing and growth.

Recovery is a continuous journey that requires ongoingeffort and support.

Don’t forget to check out “The Way Out Playlist” availableonly on Spotify. Curated by all our wonderful guests on the podcast!

https://open.spotify.com?episode/07lvzwUq1L6VQGnZuH6OLz?si=3eyd3PxVRWCKz4pTurLcmA

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