Redefining Recovery – Ep. 111: Patricia Carter of MRC

Redefining Recovery – Ep. 111: Patricia Carter of MRC

Join Caddy Frink and Patricia Carter for a candid chat about the dangerous resurgence of inhalant use disorder and how it impacts a whole new generation. Patricia gets real about her own long-term recovery journey, opening up about the childhood trauma and search for belonging that initially led her to substance abuse. The two break down the hidden risks of common household items and share what people should be looking out for right now.

Redefining Recovery – Ep. 110: Navigating the Uncomfortable in Your Journey

Caddy Frink and Sarah Kemp get real about the messy, uncomfortable, and totally normal feelings of uncertainty that pop up during the recovery journey. They chat about why instantly reaching for our smartphones to solve problems doesn’t always work when you’re trying to figure out who you are after addiction.

Redefining Recovery – Ep. 108: Why It Is Never Too Late to Choose Sobriety

Join Caddy Frink for a heartfelt catch-up with Wendy Hack from the Minnesota Recovery Connection. The duo dives into the unique joys and challenges of navigating recovery in the “fourth quarter” of life, specifically focusing on the 55-plus community. From overcoming loneliness to finding new ways to connect, you’ll hear inspiring stories about how it’s never too late to choose a sober, fulfilling path. #RedefiningRecovery #SoberSeniors #RecoveryIsPossible #Sobriety #MinnesotaRecoveryConnection #AddictionRecovery #SoberLife #RecoveryCommunity #MentalHealthMatters #OvercomingAddiction

Redefining Recovery – Ep. 107: How Nicotine and Vaping Impact Your Journey to Sobriety

Caddy Frink unpacks the tricky relationship between nicotine habits like vaping or smoking and the journey through substance use disorder. We dive into fascinating takeaways from the Lung Mind Alliance conference, exploring how these everyday chemicals affect our brain’s dopamine levels and act as hidden hurdles to total healing. Grab a comfy seat and get ready to learn why leaving tobacco behind might just be the ultimate key to a longer, more sustainable recovery. #RedefiningRecovery #CaddyFrink #SubstanceUseDisorder #NicotineAndRecovery #LungMindAlliance #VapingAwareness #AddictionScience #DopamineDetox #RecoveryJourney #TotalWellness

Redefining Recovery – Ep. 106: Five Years of Freedom and the Power of Peer Support

Sarah Kemp welcomes Josie to share her inspiring five-year recovery journey and her impactful work as a recovery core navigator. The duo dives into the unique challenges that summertime brings to maintaining sobriety, highlighting the importance of solid safety plans and supportive communities. They also explore Josie’s exciting path toward becoming a licensed counselor, showing firsthand how beautiful and transformative life can be on the other side of addiction. #RedefiningRecovery #RecoveryJourney #SobrietyMatters #MinnesotaRecovery #AddictionRecovery #PeerSupport #SummerSobriety #RecoveryIsPossible #LADC #SupportCommunity