Real Recovery Talk

Real Recovery Talk

Hosted by: Tom, Ben, and Dr. Tambini

We are a podcast dedicated to sobriety and recovery from alcohol and drugs. (And whatever other addiction that is out there) It doesn't matter what you have been through in the past. We have all done very bad things...

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273 - Step 3: Made a decision to turn our WILL and our lives over to the care of God as we understood him

In this episode Ben and I get into step 3 and what it means to us.  Please remember we do not represent AA as a whole nor any other 12 step program.  If you have any questions you can reach us at...
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272 - Sex and Money: Could these cause you to relapse?

In this episode I discuss with you the two common things that cause people to relapse.  It is ok to have relationship and to want to make money.  When it becomes the focal point of our lives is when we can run into...
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271 - How to embrace Spirituality, 12 Steps and Church to amplify your sobriety: Brave's Story

In this episode Ben and I have on Brave who is currently getting ready to transition out of Rock Recovery Center and and head back home to Illinois where he will practice all of the skills that he has learned while...
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270 - Step Two of Alcoholics Anonymous: Came to believe that a power greater than ourselves could restore us to sanity

In this episode, Ben and I break down step two of Alcoholics Anonymous. We are going to take a deep dive into what it says about step two in the big book of Alcoholics Anonymous and how it is often interpreted by...
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269 - Alcoholics Anonymous: The History and Step One

In this episode Ben and I have a discussion around AA and how it has helped millions of people around the globe get sober.  We take a deep dive into Step One and the menaing behind it.  This is part of a series where...
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268 - My story of alcoholism and addiction: How I recovered

In this episode it is just me and I share with you all my story.  There is a lot that has happened over the years and I thought that it would be a good idea for you all to hear from me how I got to where I am today. ...
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267 - Ben's FIRST treatment experience: What to know about addiction treatment

Hey everyone! in this episode Ben discusses what it was like for him the first time that he want to treatment.  He talks about all the things that SHOULD NOT happen while in treatment.  We give you pointers and...
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266 - Don't bring up their past mistakes! Check your motives....

In this episode Ben and I discuss when it is appropriate to talk to your loved ones about the things that they have done in the past.  We often times get this question and it is hard to decide if it is ok to bring up...
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265 - FIRST TIME IN TREATMENT: Jack shares his story

Hey everyone!  In this episode we have on Jack who shares his story of recovery as this is his first time in treatment.  Jack shares how he had so much going for him and when he was faced with tough times all he knew...
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264 - What is detox? Aaron and Nikki with Boca Recovery Center

Hey everyone! In this episode Ben and I have on a couple of guests who are with Boca Recovery Center.  BRC is a Detox and Residential facility and they have came on the show to discuss what ll goes into properly...
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263 - Working the 12 Steps is how Frank noticed REAL CHANGE in his life...

In this episode, Ben and I have on Frank. Frank wanted to come on the show and discuss his experience strength and hope with everyone and how he got sober. Frank talks openly about his living in New York and how it...
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262 - Surround yourself with good people, you will stay SOBER! Ryan shares his story

In this episode we have on Ryan do you want to come on and share his story on how he got sober. Brian is somebody that had a couple of treatment times in the past, only to find himself in a desperate situation when he...
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