Recovered Life

08/01/2025

Jack, you just get stronger!

06/11/2025

In this episode of The Recovered Life Show, host Damon Frank sits down with psychotherapist Hannah Bernstein to explore the powerful connection between trauma and addiction. They dive into:

How unresolved emotional pain drives addictive behaviors
What it really means to heal without numbing out
Practical tools for facing fear, staying present, and moving forward in recovery

Whether you're just starting out or deep into your recovery journey, this conversation offers real insights and support for healing at the root.

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03/23/2025

Responsibility isn't about taking on guilt or shame ...

03/21/2025

Damon Frank and guest psychotherapist Darrin Dennis delve deeper into the topic of emotional sobriety and its critical role in recovery. They explore how emotional challenges and past traumas can impact sobriety and the journey to a fulfilled life free from addiction.

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Key Highlights:

What is Emotional Sobriety? Darrin defines emotional sobriety as recognizing and coping with feelings that often push individuals towards substance use or addictive behaviors.

The Importance of Therapy: Darrin emphasizes the value of therapy for healing emotional scars and maintaining motivation on the recovery path.

Sustainable Sobriety: The hosts discuss the distinction between physical and emotional sobriety and why achieving emotional balance is crucial for long-term recovery success.

Practical Tips: Listeners are given practical steps for improving emotional hygiene, such as journaling, setting boundaries, and being mindful of their feelings.

This episode is a must-watch for anyone on their recovery journey or seeking deeper understanding of emotional impacts within sobriety.

Join Damon and Darrin as they shine a light on the challenging but vital journey towards emotional balance and healing.

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03/17/2025

03/12/2025

Social drinker? Or full-on pickle? 🤔 Drop a 🥒 or a 🥒❌ in the chat!

03/07/2025

Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) and addiction often go hand in hand, yet many people struggle to get the right diagnosis and support. In this episode of The Recovered Life Show, therapist Kennedy McGurkin breaks down the emotional intensity, fear of abandonment, and impulsive behaviors that make BPD so challenging—especially in addiction recovery.

If you or someone you love is facing this battle, there is hope! 🎙️ Learn about DBT therapy, emotional regulation, and how to build a supportive recovery plan.

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02/28/2025

In this episode of Recovered Life, host Damon Frank sits down with guest Christie Dames to explore the critical connection between sobriety and nutrition. They discuss how diet impacts recovery, the role of food in emotional balance, and practical strategies for making healthier choices that support long-term sobriety. Christie shares expert insights on avoiding common nutritional pitfalls and how proper nourishment can enhance mental clarity and emotional resilience in recovery.

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10/09/2024

Refusing Treatment! Now What? with Guest Eric Rhinehart

Damon Frank interviews interventionist Eric Reinhart to explore the intricacies of addiction recovery interventions. Reinhart sheds light on how addiction impacts the entire family, often entangling them in codependency, and emphasizes the importance of setting firm boundaries to help loved ones seek treatment. While not all interventions result in immediate success, Reinhart highlights the power of planting seeds for future change and how family members can play a pivotal role in motivating long-term recovery by standing firm in their support.

10/02/2024

Going through a divorce while in recovery can be incredibly challenging, but how do you stay sober amidst the chaos? Guest Chris Ingram shares how he navigated his difficult divorce and maintained his sobriety throughout.

09/25/2024

Damon Frank interviews Jeff Jay, a veteran in the recovery field, an interventionist, and a man who is nearing 43 years of sobriety. Jeff shares his profound journey of overcoming alcoholism, including a period when he nearly ended his life due to severe health issues and hopelessness. He emphasizes the importance of family intervention, love, and the support of those who care deeply, which played a crucial role in his recovery. Jeff discusses how he shifted from a life of self-destruction to becoming a counselor and author, focusing on helping others through intervention and recovery. Love First intervention

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THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW

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✨ - Addiction! How do you surrender? https://pxl.to/nv89ik4

😓 - Staying Sober during difficult times https://pxl.to/5t5973w

🔥Emotional sobriety, and how do you get it? https://pxl.to/2gv16g9

👪 - How Do You Handle Toxic Family Members? https://pxl.to/jy26ckh

⛏️ Feeling stuck in recovery? https://pxl.to/uuga8yd

09/20/2024

Happy Recovery Month, but is it helping people get sober? Damon & Shauna discuss.