No Lions Here

109. No More Running

Recovery isn’t just about stopping a behavior — it’s about facing the shame you’ve been hiding your whole life.In this episode, I get real about my journey through recovery from sexual addiction and betrayal trauma — the messy parts, the uncomfortable truths, and the moments that forced me to grow up fast. I talk about how shame kept me stuck for years… and how vulnerability is slowly setting me free.I open up about what happens when relationships get more intimate, when you’re sharing space with someone you love, and suddenly there’s nowhere left to hide. Old patterns show up. Fear shows up. And recovery gets tested in real time.I also share why I’m simplifying my life and this podcast — getting back to the heart of why I started: honest conversations about sexual addiction, healing, and helping people feel less alone.If you’ve ever struggled with shame, secrets, relationships, or trying to rebuild your life one day at a time… this one’s for you.You’re not broken. You’re not alone. And you don’t have to do this in silence.Reach out. Let’s heal together.Keep coming back. It works if you work it, and you are worth it!If you are anyone you know is struggling with sex or porn addiction go visit beginagaininstitute.com for more information or call 720-776-9076If there are any topics that you would like to hear me discuss, connect, or interesting in becoming a client please reach out to Nolionshere@gmail.com.

108. Betrayed, Not Broken | with Raina Hampton [Partner Recovery]

Betrayal trauma doesn’t just break trust — it can completely reshape how you see yourself, your relationship, and your future.In this episode, I sit down with Raina Hampton, a therapist who specializes in helping partners impacted by sexual addiction, to have an honest, grounded conversation about what betrayal trauma really looks like and what healing can actually involve. Raina shares her own journey into therapy, how she found her passion for working with betrayed partners, and why partners deserve their own recovery — not just survival.We talk about the isolation many partners feel, the importance of community and support, and the emotional landmines that come with disclosure. Raina breaks down the relational dynamics at play, the power of choice in recovery, and what it means for partners to reclaim their voice, boundaries, and sense of self.If you’re a partner navigating betrayal, a couple trying to understand the healing process, or a professional working in recovery spaces, this conversation offers clarity, validation, and hope that healing is possible — for both people, individually and relationally. Keep coming back. It works if you work it, and you are worth it! If you are anyone you know is struggling with sex or porn addiction go visit beginagaininstitute.com for more information or call 720-776-9076 If there are any topics that you would like to hear me discuss, connect, or interesting in becoming a client please reach out to Nolionshere@gmail.com.

107. Choosing Growth Over Fear

In this episode, I get real about what recovery looks like when life doesn’t slow down for you. I talk openly about losing my job, moving, and having to redefine who I am — not just in my career, but within my family and in my own skin. I share the emotional weight of walking through uncertainty, the fear that comes with starting something new, and the ongoing work of facing my character defects instead of running from them. This isn’t a polished “I’ve got it all figured out” conversation — it’s about learning to accept my imperfections, staying connected, and choosing growth even when it’s uncomfortable. If you’re in recovery, going through a major life transition, or feeling stuck between who you were and who you’re becoming, this episode is for you. This is me showing up honest, hopeful, and committed to the next right step. Keep coming back. It works if you work it, and you are worth it!If you are anyone you know is struggling with sex or porn addiction go visit beginagaininstitute.com for more information or call 720-776-9076If there are any topics that you would like to hear me discuss, connect, or interesting in becoming a client please reach out to Nolionshere@gmail.com.

106. I Lost My Job… and It Changed Everything

I didn’t expect to be here—but here I am.In this episode, I open up about losing my job and the emotional fallout that followed. The fear, the anger, the grief… and unexpectedly, the clarity. I talk about what it’s like when life forces a hard reset, how pain has a way of stripping things down to what actually matters, and how this season has pushed me toward a deeper spiritual awakening.We get into the importance of community—why I can’t (and don’t want to) do this alone—and how connection, honesty, and gratitude are carrying me through this transition. Even in the uncertainty, there’s excitement brewing. New ideas. New opportunities. A renewed sense of purpose for this podcast.If you’ve ever been knocked off course, questioned what’s next, or found yourself rebuilding in real time, this conversation is for you. I’m grateful you’re here, and I’m inviting you into this next chapter with me.#recoveryjourney #lifetransitions #jobloss #personalgrowth #spiritualawakening #mentalhealthtalk #healingoutloud #podcastlife #realconversations #findingpurpose #communitymatters #gratitudepractice #startingover #growththroughpain Keep coming back. It works if you work it, and you are worth it!If you are anyone you know is struggling with sex or porn addiction go visit beginagaininstitute.com for more information or call 720-776-9076If there are any topics that you would like to hear me discuss, connect, or interesting in becoming a client please reach out to Nolionshere@gmail.com.

105. Standing on the Edge: My Fear of Taking the Leap

In this episode, I open up about the fear and uncertainty I’m facing as I step into a major career transition. I’ve got the opportunity to make the jump—to finally take the leap into a new job—but I’m also so afraid. Change can be daunting, even when we know it’s necessary.I share what it feels like to navigate this tension, the emotions behind going part-time at IRC on December 21st, and the reality of preparing to start a second job soon. I talk about why support from others matters so deeply during seasons like this, and why reaching out for advice isn’t weakness—it’s strength.In this conversation, I ask for your prayers, your wisdom, and any guidance you’re willing to offer. If anything I share resonates with you, please feel free to reach out. Embracing change is scary, but it’s also how we grow—and I’m learning to trust that process one step at a time.Keep coming back. It works if you work it, and you are worth it!If you are anyone you know is struggling with sex or porn addiction go visit beginagaininstitute.com for more information or call 720-776-9076If there are any topics that you would like to hear me discuss, connect, or interesting in becoming a client please reach out to Nolionshere@gmail.com.